The BYKE Project is an outreach effort by Dunamis Media to help repair the bicycles of young kids and teenagers who other wise wouldn’t be able to afford the repairs. As a company that is involved and connected with the BMX industry, we understand how important it is for young people to have bicycles, skateboards, or any other recreational “toys” that actually work and can be ridden. This project hopes to put smiles on young people’s faces as they see their broken “toys” being brought back to life.Most kids don’t know how to work on their own bikes and the ones in families with very little money can’t afford even the most minor repairs. There is no reason why a kid should have to be without a bike or ride one that is a “piece of junk”. It’s rare that you ever see a bike shop going into these neighborhoods to do such charity, and even if they had such an offer taking place at their shop location, how would the kids get there? On their bikes? This is why the BYKE project is so important. We take the bike shop right to them and it costs them nothing. This project helps young people enjoy some of the most basic activities involved with growing up.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Once a neighborhood in town is selected, Dunamis works with a local business, church, or community center in promoting a FREE bicycle repair date. On that date, a tent and repair station is set up and we begin repairing bicycles immediately. These days are usually coupled with lots of music, prizes, and sometimes food, making the whole day a large festive event. Each project date will usually fall on a Saturday or Sunday, devoting the whole day or a few hours to the project. Promotion for the event takes place at least one or two weeks before the project date, ensuring the largest turn-out possible.

WHAT ELSE IS INVOLVED?

Most of the time, these events will be coupled with an outdoor concert involving local Houston rappers and bands that will aid in delivering a very positive, anti-drug / anti-violence message. The free bicycle repair provides the opportunity to share a greater message, leaving these young people with more than just a revitalized bicycle,but with a message of hope and encouragement.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

This project operates solely out of “the pocket” of Dunamis Media. There are no outside sources that help fund the project, but is something that we would love to take place and we’re constantly searching for partners for the project. We sometimes receive one time gifts from small businesses or individuals who believe in the project. In order for the project provide all of these services for free, it will require assistance from other outside sources that can help alleviate some of the many costs involved. Right now the project is small, but in the future we would like to operate in more than one city and state. This will require more man power, large vehicles and more finances. We’re thinking BIG!

0.1 - FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE / DONATIONS: All monetary donations to the project will go towards costs for supplies, tools, equipment, food, permits, music groups, and other necessary items. Any donations made at the moment should be made to: The Byke Project

0.2 - PARTS DONATIONS: We are in constant need of new and used parts and supplies (tires, chains, tubes, pedals, seats, etc) We are also in need of good working bicycles that need very little repair that can be “fixed up” and given away to young people who have no bicycle.0.3 - TIME:As this project continues to grow, we will always be in need of faithful volunteers who can help organize these events, work the events, and even serve as bicycle mechanics.

0.4 - SPONSORSHIP: Companies or small businesses that wish to play a more consistent role with this project can serve as sponsors through financial and product donations. Each company sponsor will receive recognition at each event via banners product placement, verbal announcements through P.A., brochures and through this website.To offer assistance in any one of these forms, you can contact us by phone or email. You can also make an online donation through Mastercard, Visa, or Paypal by clicking on the donation button below. Thank you for your help and support: