The Bicycle Alliance is powered by VOLUNTEERS
We work for you, but also, we NEED you. We need advocates in every county across the state.
We have an ongoing need for office volunteers: data entry, filing and other tasks always
need to get done. Our annual auction would not happen without over 100 people giving generously
of their time. And there are always special tasks for special skills that can help the
cause of bicycling in Washington. Your skill can help bicyclists across the state!
Want to help out? Please complete a volunteer application and email it to
volunteer@bicyclealliance.org.
Then plan on attending an orientation (orientations are held during the first 30 minutes of
every Month-End Work Party).
You will receive more information on the orientation in response to your completed application email.
Volunteer Spotlight
Whenever you read The Advocate, our quarterly newsletter, you're reading a product that
Jennifer Kogut
has had her creative hands on. An editor by profession, Jennifer has edited our publication as a
volunteer for over six years.
Jennifer is a Seattle native who has also spent time living in the south of France as a
student and with her grandmother. She was first introduced to the Bicycle Alliance by former staff member
Mark Canizaro. Besides serving as our newsletter editor, Jennifer has helped with month end work parties
and she and husband Jeff have volunteered at our annual auction.
"Besides being a fun group of people to be around, I wholeheartedly support the Bicycle Alliance's goals,"
stated Jennifer. "Bicycling is an essential form of transportation and I love seeing the progress that we've made.
There are more cyclists out there, new trails, and drivers are becoming more aware and accepting of
bicycles as vehicles on our streets," she added.
Asked if she had a favorite volunteer moment, Jennifer acknowledged that she enjoys editing
The Advocate because language is one of her passions. However, she added, her favorite moments
have occurred at the auction because it's such a fun event.
When she's not working as a copy editor, Jennifer devotes her energies to many hobbies-including
knitting and photography. She has donated some of her fine handknits to the auction.
Jennifer also enjoys riding her bike, and has spent many weekends riding with her husband as he trains for STP.
Previous Honorees
Bike Alliance Work parties
The Volunteer Work Party is a great way to get involved and interact with other Bicycle Enthusiasts.
It is (usually) scheduled for the 4th Thursday of every month from 1-4pm at the
Bicycle Alliance office. New volunteers are always welcome and encouraged,
as we are a very small staff.
Please call 206-224-9252 x304 or email
info@bicyclealliance.org
to RSVP, to get directions or to get more information.
Upcoming work party dates:
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2/23/12
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3/22/12
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4/26/12
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5/24/12
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6/28/12
Thank You, Volunteers!
The Bicycle Alliance of Washington relies on hundreds of volunteers each year for advocacy, outreach,
education, fundraising, and office operations. Over 50 volunteers joined the Bike Alliance staff at a
Seattle Mariners game for Volunteer Appreciation Night.
A big Thank you! to all of you for supporting a bicycle-friendly Washington!
Become a Member of the Bicycle Alliance!
The more people who join, the louder our voice becomes. Increase the decibels!
Join today: visit our Membership Page.
One Less Car
Take a car off the road and support Bicycle advocacy at the same time!
Donate your (motor) vehicle and direct the proceeds to the Bicycle Alliance.
It's easy. Just:
Then, please let US know you've made the donation (contact by
email or 206-224-9252 x300).
THANKS!
Advocacy Organizations & Meetings
A variety of advisory boards, planning committees, trail coalitions, and
other bicycle advocacy organizations meet regularly around the state. Check the
Advocacy Meeting Calendar
to find one near you.
What else can you do to encourage people to bicycle? Check out our
list of suggestions: 31 Ways to Promote Cycling
Find your Legislator
Use the District Finder
tool on the Washington State Legislature's home page to find your district representatives.
Transportation Advocacy Day
Every spring, the Bicycle Alliance of Washington coordinates a Transportation Advocacy Day
(also known as "Lobby Day") where bicyclists
meet with their elected representatives to convey the importance of passing legislation to
improve conditions for bicyclists.
Learn more about the Bicycle Alliance's efforts to pass
Legislation improving conditions for bicyclists.
Your efforts will pay off in better laws for cyclists across the state.
Legislative and Statewide Issues Committee
The Bicycle Alliance Board has authorized the creation of the
Legislative and Statewide Issues Committee
(also known as the Legislative Steering Committee) to
act in an advisory capacity to the Board in establishing a legislative and statewide advocacy
agenda. The committe will: identify issues and opportunities, establish priorities,
make recommendation to and obtain approval from the Board, and then implement an appropriate
action plan.
You can find more information about the Legislative Committee, past legislative achievements, and
the list of current legislation on the
Legislative Issues Page.
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