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Dr Cranky’s – Bikes for kids that need them
CoVid Update - we can't operate Bicycle Hospitals at schools until they reopen fully. During CoVid we have successfully trialed remote drop off and pick up of bikes and put over 40 recycled bikes into the hands of families that needed them to stay active. If you want to volunteer to help fix bikes at home you can volunteer here - we can provide a basic toolkit and parts to get you started. It's a great way to stay involved at home. Our backyard bike mechanic YouTube videos show you how to fix your bike at home. Dr Cranky’s is a primary school based bike recycle program that aims to ensure all kids have access to a roadworthy bike. It does by connecting them with others at their school who have donated their unwanted bike for those in need. Dr Cranky's also does bike repairs and provides bikes for family members. It relies on volunteers, donations and schools' support to run. As of 16 Dec 2019 Dr Cranky's has repaired and/or given away 2004 bikes at thirteen schools with the help of over 30 volunteers. The program generates over 200,000 extra bike rides a year. That's a lot of healthier children and families! In 2019 Dr Cranky's received the VicHealth award for Promoting health through physical activity and sport. Dr Cranky's gets more people riding:
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Bicycle recycling at schools - Bicycle HospitalsDonated bikes are refurbished and given to kids and families that need them. A helmet and a lock are also provided if required. The program relies on the support from volunteer parents, the school and the local community including businesses.
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Bike Bees and FetesBicycle recycling on the weekends and at school fetes. Some people can't make weekdays. Start up the barbie, let the kids "test ride" the bikes and get your hands dirty.
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Bike Mechanics for kidsTeaching kids to fix bikes. We encourage kids to do work on the bike they are about to receive. If they can fix a flat, pump up a tyre, adjust the gears or oil a chain they are on the path to independence.
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