Our Mission
WHAT WE DO
We’re a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in Ypsilanti, Michigan that advocates for transportation equity for Michiganders with disabilities. Our travel training programs teach people how to ride bikes and public transit safely and independently.
It all started in 1988 when a special education student was injured in a car crash while riding his bike. Our founder, John Waterman, started a new bike safety program in response. That bike program paved the way to us becoming a nonprofit dedicated to cycling education and travel training for individuals with disabilities.
SO FAR, WE’VE HAD…
5,000
students attend our Summer Cycling Program
4,000
students reach their personal cycling goal
4,500
student trips on the SMART bus every year
OUR VALUES
EMPOWERMENT
We give individuals with disabilities the skills they need to strive towards independence.
ADVOCACY
We advocate for walking, cycling, and public transit to build accessible communities.
INCLUSIVE
We prioritize programs that include everyone and encourage community integration.
COMMITMENT
We’re tireless in our resolve to provide quality instruction for our students.
PARTNERSHIPS
We partner with local organizations and schools to strengthen community bonds.