In this episode of the Home Comfort Zone podcast, Theresa sits down with Kristi GoForth, Executive Director of Bikes for Kids Wisconsin, for a powerful conversation about bikes, transportation equity, and the life-changing impact of a simple bicycle.
Kristi shares:
Why she says to skip the training wheels and start kids on balance bikes
How Bikes for Kids Wisconsin grew from a seasonal bike giveaway to a statewide transportation equity nonprofit
The emotional story of a young girl from Honduras getting her first bike in Madison
How donated bikes are collected, refurbished, and matched with people facing financial instability
The real costs behind giving away a safe, high-quality bike (and why parts like grips and tubes matter so much)
Creative ways they source parts and bikes, from community donations to circular economy partnerships
The organization’s dream of building a permanent warehouse and educational center on a bike path
You’ll also hear how public schools, nonprofits, tribes, and job centers can apply for bikes, and how families, kids, and volunteers of all ages can get involved.
🔧 Learn more, donate, or apply for bikes: http://www.bikesforkidswi.org
📍 Madison-based, serving communities throughout Wisconsin
Hosted by Theresa, Marketing Manager at All Comfort Services. http://www.allcomfortservices.com
