Front Yard Bikes - Mid City in Baton Rouge, LA, is a community bike shop dedicated to providing a safe space for youth to grow and learn valuable skills. Founded with a mission to empower kids from low-income families, the organization focuses on teaching bicycle mechanics, workforce skills, and fostering inclusivity.
Through their Earn a Bike Program, youth work alongside shop mechanics to earn their own bikes while learning maintenance skills. The Friday Rides Program offers educational bike field trips to parks, libraries, and museums, promoting fun and exploration within a safe biking environment. Additionally, the organization offers a Gardening Program and a Welding Program to further enhance the youth's experiences and skill sets.
Partnering with local schools, Front Yard Bikes ensures academic accountability by providing tutoring programs and support to help students achieve their educational goals. With a history rooted in grassroots efforts to help children in the community, Front Yard Bikes continues to impact the lives of over 400 youth, focusing on creating leaders for tomorrow through hands-on learning and mentorship.
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