Same here.
Angelica Silvero
From: Jennifer Peregoy [jenniferperegoy1@gmail.com]
Sent: 04/12/2012 08:42 PM AST
To: dct3@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: T3 Partnership with a local non-profit- Phoenix Bikes?
It sounds like a good fit to me Judah. I'd be happy to support this organization.
We have batted around the idea of forming a partnership/relationship with a local non-profit. The T3 mission is to give back to the community. One organization we discussed in the telecoms is Bike of the World, but this morning after the Davidsonville, MD ride with Jesse and Ian, there was a mention of Phoenix Bikes. Here is there mission:
Phoenix Bikes empowers youth to become social entrepreneurs through direct participation in a financially and environmentally sustainable nonprofit bike shop that serves the community.
VISION: is to provide a fun, safe, and challenging environment for local youth through building & running a great community bike shop. We believe this is a unique way for young leaders to learn teamwork, explore social entrepreneurship, develop business and leadership skills, and serve others.
HISTORY: In March 2007, Phoenix Bikes opened its doors in Barcroft Park, Arlington, VA, as a nonprofit organization. With the fire of a dedicated group of citizens and cyclists, the shop grew from the ashes of Community Spokes, a community bike shop sponsored by the Arlington County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. Though we have accomplished much already within the walls of our small brick building in the park, additional plans for growth include increasing our supply of bikes to local families and employment centers, creating a mobile bike shop, and enriching our leadership curriculum with mentoring and other training opportunities.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/04/19/AR2010041904423.html
http://www.phoenixbikes.org/
What does the group think about forming a partnership with Phoenix Bikes and helping to raise funds for a new facility?
Thanks,
Judah
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