Brooklyn Bike shop goes extra mile for community
The soon-to-be worker-owned shop has raised more than $42,000 in donated bikes and repair services for low-income New Yorkers.
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"Bike Plant" is making a big impact in the heart of Bed-Stuy.
The soon-to-be worker-owned shop has raised more than $42,000 in donated bikes and repair services for low-income New Yorkers.
The mission is simple: make biking accessible and affordable for everyone.
From free air pumps to pay-what-you-can repairs, Bike Plant has become a trusted community resource for those who might not otherwise be able to afford bike maintenance or even a bike itself.
"It's just amazing to be like a conduit for a community that wants to support their neighbors," said Robin Graven-Milne, owner and founder of Bike Plant. "We can’t do everything, but being able to fix bikes is really rewarding—it’s immediately helpful in a very real way."
The shop runs on donations, volunteer support, and its annual bike race and barbecue fundraiser, all of which help sustain its community repair fund.
For more information about Bike Plant, visit BIKE PLANT.
