137 NEW BIKES!!!! That was our GRAND total for 2007!! We can't even begin to thank everyone who helped with the KidsOnBikes! effort this year...from all of the folks who donated money to all who donated time and positive energy! It was just incredible. To see the bikes lined up at The Salvation Army, complete with new helmet, red bow, 'Be A Safe Bike Driver' instructions, and a child's name on the seat, was something we'll never forget! Every bike went to a child in Bend, Redmond or LaPine. It was great to be able to really coordinate with The Salvation Army to match the right sized bike to the kid whose family requested one. It took a little more work, but we think it was a big improvement over last year. We're learning as we go!
So thanks again to all who helped! And have a terrific 2008! Look for KidsOnBikes! again in the fall!
Karen, Paul, Shirley and Byron
