Governor Jennifer M. Granholm celebrates volunteers committed to promoting bicycling in the communities of Detroit, Grand Rapids and Lansing
The Hub/Back Alley Bikes in Detroit, The Motion Initiative in Grand Rapids, and MSU Bikes and Share a Bike in Lansing will host a Day of Action event on Saturday, September 27 from noon to 4 p.m. to encourage the donation of bikes and bike parts. The events, depending on location, will also offer free maintenance checks, bike safety training and other services and activities.
These organizations work tirelessly to collect, repair and distribute bikes in their communities. Participating residents can support their efforts, donate bikes, and learn more about biking and bike maintenance.
Where can I find an event?
Find an event in Detroit, Grand Rapids and Lansing.
What is ServiceNation and the Day of Action?
Each site is a registered Day of Action event through the national ServiceNation campaign. Governor Granholm, who was the first governor in the country to join ServiceNation’s Leadership Council, supports the movement which encourages volunteerism and service. On September 27, the Day of Action, thousands of events will be held across the country to promote volunteerism.
Detroit
Organization:
The Hub/Back Alley Bikes
Details:
• Clean out your garage and donate a bike or bike parts
• Donated bikes will go through safety checks and repairs, then be distributed to Detroit youth
• Bring in your own bike for safety repairs including fixing flat tires, chains or brakes
• Participate in on-bike safety activities to learn proper use of:
* Hand signals
* Helmets
* Lights
* Locks
• Put your trianing to the test with a group ride at 3 p.m.
Location:
3611 Cass Avenue
Detroit, MI 48201
Contact:
Jakob VanDyke
313-879-5073
Grand Rapids
Organization:
The Motion Initiative 
Details:
• Clean out your garage and donate a bike or bike parts; tax deductible receipts will be provided
• Receive a donated bike
• Bring in your own bike for safety repairs including fixing flat tires, chains or brakes
• General tune ups also available
• Register your bike for free with the Grand Rapids Police Department
• Participate in bicycle safety and repair demonstrations
• Donated bikes will go through safety checks and repairs, then be distributed in the Grand Rapids community
Location:
1035 Godfrey Ave SW
Grand Rapids , MI 49503
Contact:
Thomas Fish
616-828-3001
Lansing
Organization:
MSU Bikes and Share a Bike  
Details:
• Clean out your garage and donate a bike or bike parts
• Donated bikes will go through safety checks and repairs, then be distributed through the Share a Bike program
• Bring in your own bike for free safety checks and assistance with other minor repairs including adjusting brakes and gears, and fixing flat tires
• Participate in on-bike safety activities to learn proper use of:
* Hand signals
* Helmets
* Lights
* Locks
• Put your trianing to the test with a group ride at 3 p.m. along the River Trail to Potter Park Zoo
Location:
B10 Bessey Hall/Michigan State University
Along the N. River Trail, 300 ft. West of Farm Ln. Bridge
E. Lansing, MI 48824-1033
Contact:
Tim Potter
517-432-3400
Learn more about Active Communities
For questions, contact Sarah Siewert at the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness at ssiewert@michiganfitness.org.
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