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Disclaimer - Create the Change® partners with nonprofit organizations that we believe offer age-appropriate service opportunities for youth and families. All of our partners sign a collaboration agreement promising to provide age-appropriate activities in a safe environment. Create the Change® does not run, host, or facilitate the service opportunities seen here, nor are we responsible in any way for the management (financial or otherwise) of the organizations we feature. Always be sure to research the nonprofit organization and service opportunities available to make sure it's a good fit for you before getting started. You may find the organization's contact information on their profiles.

Duration

3 - 4+ hrs

Directions

Find the best route

How Often Is This Offered?

Once every year

Age Range

  • 6th - 8th
  • High School

Help Required

Adult

Description

Our Bike-A-Thon would not be possible without the help of 100+ wonderful volunteers and we have roles for everyone! Join us and you get a free T-shirt, breakfast, lunch, and the satisfaction of being a part of an extraordinary day. Sign-up here.

Some of the volunteer opportunities for this event are:

Help Prep for the Bike-A-Thon, Mark Routes, Supply/Food Pick-Ups, Field Set-Up Early Morning, Rider Check-In and Registration, Bag Check , Bike Parking , Fundraising Incentives Distribution , T-Shirts and BNB Merchandise, Field First-Aid, Prep and Serve Breakfast, Prep and Serve Lunch, Waste Sorter, Photography, Lead Rider on Bike Rides, Marshall Rides, Sweep (Last Rider) on Bike Routes, Drive Supplies to a Rest-Stop , Rest Stop Staff , Bike Mechanic at a Rest-Stop , Rest Stop First Aid, Return Rest Stop Supplies to BNB , Field Break-Down, Pick Up Road Signs, Deliver Leftover Food, Post Bike-A-Thon Organizing.

What's Needed To Complete

Special Requirements

None

How It Makes A Difference

By joining the ranks of Bike-A-Thon volunteers, you will support work that is needed more than ever:

  • The reclamation of bikes for use in unique local and international social justice projects
  • Opportunities for youth and adults to gain hands-on skills while working to build a more sustainable world
  • Meaningful jobs and professional mentorship for Boston teenagers and young adults 
  • The expansion of a thriving, equitable bike culture, locally and globally

Where to Serve

In-Person/On Site

Location

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