Monthly — the one that helps most
$10 a month is worth far more to us than $120 in December. Recurring gifts are the only income we can actually plan around, and they are what let us sign a lease and commit to programs a year out.
Support
What your money actually does
We charge on a sliding scale and turn nobody away, which means our prices do not cover our costs on purpose. Donations are what make that possible.
$25
A case of tubes — about 50 flats fixed.
$60
Cables and housing for a whole month of repairs.
$150
One complete Earn-a-Bike build, given away free.
$500
A month of the shop's utilities and insurance.
Ways to give
One time
Any amount, any time. Card, bank transfer, or cash in the jar by the register — the jar is real and it works.
In kind
Bikes and parts are the obvious ones. We also need shop rags, nitrile gloves, degreaser, zip ties, and a working shop vac roughly forever.
Business sponsorship
Sponsors underwrite a program for a year and get their name on the shop wall, our newsletter, and event materials. Tiers start at $1,000.
Employer matching
Many employers double charitable gifts. Ours is Imaginal Cycles, EIN 36-4094830. It takes about five minutes and doubles your money.
Stock, DAFs, and bequests
We can accept appreciated securities and donor-advised fund grants, and we are happy to be named in a will. Email us and we will connect you with our treasurer.
Where the money goes
We're just starting out, so this section is blank as we have no data to work with. We will publish our numbers because you should not have to take our word for it. We will report fundraising and administrative costs, and how much of your donation goes to programs.
The fine print
Imaginal Cycles is partnering with Children First Fund, a 501c3 non-profit (EIN 36-4094830). Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, and you will get a receipt by email immediately. We do not sell, rent, or share donor information with anyone, ever.
Prefer to give time?
Volunteers are worth more to this shop than any single donation. No experience needed, and orientation takes 90 minutes.