Trips For Kids^® helps fund our programs by operating a bicycle thrift shop the Re-Cyclery, a bike thrift shop where you can find all things bicycle-related, new and vintage, at bargain prices. We are always in need of bikes and bike-related stuff in good condition.

If you have outgrown your old bike or have spares taking up space in your garage, you can give these items a second life by donating them to Trips For Kids. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit and can offer you a form you can use to get a tax deduction.

We gladly accept children's teen or adult bikes in good condition (missing parts are okay), and any bike-related items: clothing, helmets, lights, bike racks, tires, tubes, wheels, and rims that are clean & rust-free.

Please note that bikes that fall into the following categories may be charged a $10 fee which is necessary to pay our disposal costs:

• Adult bikes with steel wheels, low end components and purchased for under $200.
• Department store bikes; eg Huffy, Magna, JC Penney, Pacific, Next brands.
• Plastic tricycles, 'Big Wheels' or wheeled bikes made completely out of plastic.
• Bikes that were stored outdoors and are rusted.

Where to Take Your Gear

If you're in Marin, you can drop your bikes or bike equipment off at the Re-Cyclery in San Rafael. If you live in San Francisco, you can leave it at the Sports Basement (610 Old Mason St. or 1590 Bryant St.). If you live in the East Bay, you can drop it off at one of Hank & Frank Bicycles locations, 3377 Mt. Diablo Blvd in Lafayette or 6030 College Ave in Oakland. Alternatively, you can save gas and mail your goods to:

Trips For Kids
610 4th Street
San Rafael, CA 94901