Neighborhood Bike Works

Established in 1999, Neighborhood Bike Works (NBW) is a nonprofit educational organization in West Philadelphia.

The mission of NBW is to inspire youth and strengthen Philadelphia communities by providing equitable access to bicycling and bike repair through education, recreation, leadership and career-building opportunities.

Formerly located at Saint Mary's Church (40th and Locust Walk), on the University of Pennsylvania campus, NBW started in 1996 as Youth Cycle & Recycle, a program of The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia.

Students complete an eight-week basic bicycle repair class, fixing up used bikes donated by the community.

Many past youth participants have remained involved in the program, improving their skills while earning credits used to buy parts and accessories.