Bike and Build

The “Bike and Build” team after they stained the fence at Sunrise Neighborhood – Contributed photo

Community Potluck at 6pm on Friday, August 26th for “Bike and Build” at the Fairgrounds

All islanders are invited to a potluck at the Fairgrounds to welcome about 30 young people who will be here for a day of service for San Juan Community Home Trust. The group’s mission statement says: “Through service-oriented cycling trips, Bike & Build benefits affordable housing and empowers young adults for a lifetime of service and civic engagement.”  The teams ride long distances, including coast-to-coast trips, stopping along the way to work on affordable housing projects.  Our team started in Portland and worked their way up the coast, including the Hoh Rainforest, Port Townsend, and Mt. Rainer, and will reach San Juan Island after biking up Whidbey Island.

Last year  a team worked at both the Sun Rise and Salal Neighborhoods for a day plus made a cash donation to the Home Trust. The riders are looking for the opportunity to meet others in the community to discuss the need for affordable housing nationwide. The bicycle riders are an energetic and inspiring group, and everyone is welcome to meet them at the Community Potluck.  Just come! Or ask Nancy DeVaux any questions at nancy [@] hometrust.org.

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