Pedal Power Charity Collects Bikes for CPS Honor Roll Students

Nicole Basil, a sophomore at New Trier High School, started Pedal Power, a charity that donates bicycles to Chicago Public Schools students who make the honor roll, when she was in third grade.

Ever since, a “power bike drive” has increased in popularity, with a new goal being set for this year’s event scheduled for November 14.

“We are hoping to pass the 2,000 bikes donated mark this year,” said Basil, who added the donations are all tax deductible and go toward a good cause.

If interested, donate your working, gently used bikes as part of the drive from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, November 14 at these various locations.

WINNETKA - Green Bay Cycles, 999 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, IL 60093

NORTHBROOK - George Garner Cyclery, 1111 Waukegan Road, Northbrook, IL 60062

HIGHLAND PARK - Alberto’s Cycles, 661 Central Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035

WILMETTE - McKenzie Elementary School, 649 Prairie Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091

PALATINE - Mike’s Bike Shop, 155 N Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL 60067

GLENVIEW - Glenview Cycle, 1011 Harlem Avenue, Glenview, IL 60025

EVANSTON - Home Depot, 2201 Oakton, Evanston, IL 60202