“Riding a bike for me means liberty, freedom, empowerment, courage and fun.”
– Aurore, Pedal Power Participant
Escalating war and violence, increasing persecution and oppression,
and growing famine and dangers from the climate crisis will lead to more refugees.
The rising demand we face means we cannot give everyone the bike they want or need – yet.
It’s our dream that any refugee who would benefit from a bike can get one.
Reaching more refugees
In 2025–2026, we’re aiming to give 1,500 refugees bikes through new partnerships and growing donor support.
Increasing our efficiency
We’re improving how we source and refurbish bikes – using creativity, volunteers, and partnerships to maximise impact.
Partnering with other organisations
Partnering locally helps us reach more refugees across the UK while continuously improving how we work sustainably and at scale.
Getting more women cycling
Through Pedal Power and Bike Buddies, we’re helping over 200 refugees gain confidence, ride safely, and connect with their community.
Our Impact 2024/25
A Bike Can Be Life-Changing
The Bike Project gives hope and skills to refugees who need it in their most challenging moment in their lives
Zohir, Refugee Bike Recipient and Volunteer Mechanic
In our impact 2024/25, we supported 1,732 refugees with bike donations, bringing our total impact to nearly 15,000 bikes. Our programmes – Bike Buddies, Pedal Power, and Repair or Replace – continue to empower refugees to overcome daily challenges and gain independence.
We know our work impacts on:
🚲 Mobility: 91% of refugees use their bikes for essential journeys each week.
🚲 Access to support: 94% report better access to legal and other vital services.
🚲 Poverty relief: 84% of refugees save on transport costs (estimated at around £20 per week), easing financial pressure
🚲 Independence: 97% say having a bike has made their lives easier.
🚲 Community: 85% are accessing more social and leisure activities, and 84% feel part of a new cycling community.
🚲 Mental health: 94% experience improved mental wellbeing, and 91% feel more confident and independent.
🚲 Physical health: 93% experienced improvemnets to their physical health
Across our programmes to date, we’ve delivered 898 Pedal Power lessons, matched 460 Bike Buddies, and logged over 20,000 volunteering hours – all helping refugees gain freedom, confidence, and connection through cycling.
How you can help
Cycling means joy and the ability to explore places I like. […] My mental health has improved so much.
Shada, Bike Recipient & Bike Buddy
