By Ellen Schwartze Because it’s so much more than a bike ride! A bike bus is a feel-good way to start the school day, but even in our region bike buses are doing so much more: they increase road safety, support community, and help kids’ health and education. It’s benefits, all the way down! Riding […]
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Stepping up: Nolan Oehrke is our new Director of Education!
As our Education Program Manager, Nolan Oehrke developed our staff, wrote curriculum, and guided projects to success. We are delighted to announce that Nolan has accepted the position of Director of Education! Nolan brings a deep passion for education and is known for his dedication, warmth, and ability to connect with students of all ages. […]
Double the summer fun with BikeWalkKC 🍓 🍓 June 2026 Newsletter (2 of 2)
▶️ Video by BikeWalkKC Member and safe streets champion Matt Staub (Proxima) “On the surface it seems like I’m teaching them to ride a bicycle… no, I’m teaching them to believe in themselves!” – Mitchell, BikeWalkKC Education Program Instructor We’re now up to over 70,000 students served, and we still can’t get over what […]
Summer fun with BikeWalkKC 🍓 June 2026 Newsletter (1 of 2)
Xander came home from school with a big question: “Mom, why don’t we have more sidewalks?!” Earlier that day, he had participated in BikeWalkKC’s STEP pedestrian safety program at his school, TA Edison Elementary in Kansas City, Kansas. As they practiced looking both ways and listening for cars, the instructors also showed them how to […]
Dear Mayor, We need more sidewalks!
First Grader + Advocacy = Results Xander came home from school with a big question: “Mom, why don’t we have more sidewalks?!” Earlier that day, he had participated in BikeWalkKC’s STEP pedestrian safety program at his school, TA Edison Elementary in Kansas City, Kansas. As they practiced looking both ways and listening for cars, the […]
Even MORE Bike Month 🚲🚲 May 2026 Newsletter (2 of 2)
In 2016 Andrew Killen, a teacher at KC East High School, wanted to spread bike joy among his students. Mr. Killen partnered with BikeWalkKC and started planning… The kids got excited, and the first Bike Club class maxxed out at 35 students! Bike Club provides skills and equipment for students to use bikes as their […]
Happy Bike Month 🚲 May 2026 Newsletter (1 of 2)
Have you met our friend Mark? Mark Green has been supporting BikeWalkKC for a long time. He’s an advocate, a volunteer, and a member! What brought you to BikeWalkKC? A friend of mine served on the board in the early days. I had just purchased a bike and started bike commuting. My current councilman [Eric […]
For getting more people on bikes and riding safely… thank you, Laura!
By Eric Rogers, Co-Founder and Executive Director After an 11 year career at BikeWalkKC, our former Director of Education, Laura Fox, is now working with schools across the US in her new role at the Safe Routes Partnership. More than 50,000 kids participated in our Safe Routes to School program during Laura’s time here! Under […]
Tiptoe through the tulips 🌷 April 2026 newsletter
Touchdown! Shawn Barber donates 11 bikes As the Player Engagement Manager (and former linebacker) for our own Kansas City Chiefs, Shawn Barber knows a bit about tackling big challenges. Students in our Maintain Your Ride program won’t be using these bikes to sack the quarterback, but they will take on do-it-yourself bicycle maintenance skills and […]
A spring in our step 🌱 March 2026 newsletter
Your pre-loved gear consigned at Big Muddy has raised over $800 for bike helmets, neighborhood advocacy, and safety education! Two years ago, we opened a consignment account with Big Muddy Gear Exchange and invited BikeWalkKC supporters to sell their used tents, bikes, backpacks, and more to benefit BikeWalkKC programs. And what an incredible response! To […]