Recycle Your Bicycle
Help bring joy, freedom, and a sense of ownership to children impacted by Arizona’s foster care system—one bike at a time.
Remember your first bike? You probably remember the color, the feel, maybe even the name you gave it. For many children in foster care, that experience has never come. Recycle Your Bicycle changes that by providing children with their very own bike—something they can be proud of and, for many, a practical way to get to school or work.
This program is powered by community generosity:
- Partner businesses and individuals donate gently used bikes
- Volunteers clean, repair, and refurbish each one with care
- At a large December pick-up event, caregivers receive bikes requested for the children in their homes
- Children who don’t need a bike receive a new toy or gift card selected just for them
Recycle Your Bicycle is more than a donation—it’s a gift of normalcy, joy, and independence for kids who need it most.
Recycle Your Bicycle Holiday Toy Drive
This holiday season, you can help make the holidays brighter for children in foster care—kids who often face uncertainty and change, and who deserve the joy and magic of the season. Our Recycle Your Bicycle Program is proud to not only provide bikes, but also gifts that bring smiles to these children’s faces.
You can help by hosting a toy drive in your community or by shopping from our Amazon Toy Drive Wishlist, sending toys directly to children who might otherwise go without. Every gift, big or small, makes a meaningful difference.
Together, we can ensure that every child in foster care feels remembered, celebrated, and loved this holiday season.
Ways to Volunteer with Recycle Your Bicycle
Volunteer with Recycle Your Bicycle
Want to help give a child in foster care the joy of having their very own bike? We need your help—and would love to have you on board.
Recycle Your Bicycle depends on dedicated volunteers and community partners to refurbish bikes and make the magic happen each year. Whether you’re skilled with tools or simply ready to lend a hand, there’s a place for everyone.
Ways you can help:
- Volunteer on Saturdays to help clean and refurbish donated bikes—no experience necessary.
- Spread the word about RYB to your friends, family, workplace, or local organizations.
- Share our website to help raise funds or encourage others to get involved. Even better, ask your employer or group to support the effort.
- Bring a group—RYB is a great opportunity for team-building and community service.
For questions, contact us at recycleyourbicycle@azafap.org or call 602-884-1801.
Want to support financially instead? Donations to Recycle Your Bicycle qualify for the Arizona Foster Care Charitable Organization Tax Credit. You can give—and get a dollar-for-dollar credit on your state taxes.
Together, we can give more kids in foster care the freedom, confidence, and joy that comes with owning their very first bike.
Donate a Bicycle
Donate a Used Bike – Give a Child the Gift of Joy and Independence
Have a gently used bike you no longer need? Donate it to Recycle Your Bicycle and help us provide children in foster care with their very own refurbished bike.
How to donate:
- We accept gently used bikes of all sizes—from toddler to teen.
- Bikes can be dropped off at participating locations during our collection season (typically August through October).
- If you have a large quantity to donate or need help coordinating a drop-off, we’re happy to assist.
Every donated bike is carefully refurbished by volunteers and distributed to a child in foster care just in time for the holidays. For many, it’s their first bike ever—a gift of freedom, confidence, and belonging.
To find a drop-off location or schedule a donation, contact us at recycleyourbicycle@azafap.org
or 602-884-1801.
Thank you for turning your unused bike into something truly meaningful.
Support Recycle Your Bicycle Through the Arizona Tax Credit
Did you know your donation to Recycle Your Bicycle can help children in foster care and provide you with a dollar-for-dollar tax credit on your Arizona state taxes?
By contributing to AZAFAP’s Recycle Your Bicycle program, you support the costs of collecting, refurbishing, and distributing bikes to children who need them most.
Recycle Your Bicycle operates under AZAFAP, a Qualifying Foster Care Charitable Organization (QFCO). Your donation may qualify for a dollar-for-dollar Arizona tax credit—up to $618 for individuals or $1,234 for couples filing jointly. It’s a powerful way to give back while lowering your state tax burden.
Buy and Donate a Bike — Help a Child in Foster Care Ride with Confidence
You can make a difference by purchasing a new bike for a child in foster care through our Recycle Your Bicycle program. Your donation helps provide a safe, reliable bike that brings joy and independence to a child who might not otherwise have one.
Bike sizes and typical ages:
- Balance Bikes (2-4 years) — Approximate donation: $75
- 12-inch Bikes (3-5 years) — Approximate donation: $90
- 16-inch Bikes (4-7 years) — Approximate donation: $110
- 20-inch Bikes (6-9 years) — Approximate donation: $130
- 24-inch Bikes (8-12 years) — Approximate donation: $150
- Youth/Adult Bikes (12+ years) — Approximate donation: $180+
Your donation covers the cost of the bike and helps with refurbishing, safety checks, helmets, and distribution.
Ready to donate?
Visit our donation page or contact us at recycleyourbicycle@azafap.org to learn how to select and purchase the right bike.
Every bike donated brings a smile and a sense of freedom to a child in foster care. Thank you for helping us make that happen.
Support Recycle Your Bicycle with Our Amazon Wish List
Want to help but not sure where to start? Check out our Amazon Wish List, filled with essential bike supplies, volunteer goodies, and program needs. Every item you purchase helps us keep the Recycle Your Bicycle program running smoothly and ensures kids in foster care receive the best experience possible.
From bike parts like tires and helmets, to tools and safety gear, to snacks and supplies for our dedicated volunteers—your thoughtful donations make a big difference.
Employer Donation Matching
Did you know your donation could have double the impact? Many employers offer matching gift programs that will match the charitable contributions of their employees.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, AZAFAP — which includes Recycle Your Bicycle — qualifies for most employer match programs.
Check with your HR department or company giving portal to see if your gift is eligible for a match. It’s an easy way to increase your support for foster, kinship, and adoptive families in Arizona!
Support Recycle Your Bicycle While You Shop at Fry’s!
Giving back is as easy as grocery shopping. When you use your Fry’s VIP card, a portion of your purchase total goes directly to AZAFAP which includes Recycle Your Bicycle—at no extra cost to you! Click here to learn more
Every time you shop, you’re helping us support foster, kinship, and adoptive families across Arizona. Thank you for making your grocery trip go even further!
RYB History
Recycle Your Bicycle started as an idea in a garage in 2010, when a small group of community members wondered how they could make a difference for children in foster care. Their vision was simple: every child deserves the joy of owning a bicycle. From that first spark, the program grew—and those same idea-makers have continued volunteering year after year to keep it going strong.
Since then, more than 15,000 bicycles have been collected, refurbished, and gifted to children in foster care across Arizona. Each bike represents more than just transportation; it’s a symbol of freedom, confidence, and the joy of being remembered.
Today, Recycle Your Bicycle continues to thrive thanks to the dedication of our long time volunteers. Their generosity and dedication have made countless joyful moments possible for kids who need it most. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and the difference you make year after year.
