Provide the gift of reliable transportation
It's that time of year when St. Vincent de Paul calls on our community to make a life-changing impact by donating new or gently used bikes to the ABC15 2nd Chance Bike Drive. Donations will provide reliable transportation for those in need, empowering them to seize new opportunities and build brighter futures.
Drive Overview
Beginning August 26 and continuing through the end of September, ABC15 and Earnhardt Auto Centers will be raising awareness and donations around the need for new and used bicycles at SVdP. A bike can be the difference between unemployment and employment, going to school or not, retrieving groceries or going hungry, accessing health care or going without treatment. That’s why every bike donation counts, because each bike is an opportunity to improve someone’s life.
Providing a bike to children and individuals in need significantly improves their quality of life. It offers affordable transportation, enhances access to education and economic opportunities, promotes health and well-being, and fosters a sense of independence and community. That’s why every bike donation counts—each bike is an opportunity to improve someone’s life,” said Shannon Clancy, SVdP’s Rob & Melani Walton Endowed CEO. “We’re grateful to ABC15 and Earnhardt for supporting SVdP’s mission and empowering individuals to fulfill their potential, gain stability and seek a better life through bike ownership.
All month long, you can drop off your new or gently used bike at your closest Earnhardt Auto Centers Around the Valley:
Earnhardt Auto Locations
Earnhardt Buick GMC 6315 E Auto Park Drive Mesa 85206
Earnhardt Cadillac 7901 E Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd Scottsdale 85260
Earnhardt Chandler Cadillac 1450 S Gilbert Road Chandler 85286
Earnhardt Chevrolet 2121 N Arizona Ave. Chandler 85225
Earnhardt Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram 1521 E Drivers Way Gilbert 85297
Earnhardt Ford 7300 W Orchid Lane Chandler 85226
Earnhardt Honda 10151 W Papago Fwy Avondale 85323
Earnhardt Hyundai 10401 W Papago Fwy Avondale 85323
Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale 8445 E Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd Scottsdale 85260
Earnhardt Lexus 800 E Camelback Road Phoenix 85014
Earnhardt Toyota 6136 E Auto Loop Ave. Mesa 85206
Earnhardt Peoria Kia 17431 N 91st Ave Peoria 85382
Earnhardt Queen Creek Chrysler 35747 N Ellsworth Road Queen Creek 85142
Rodeo Ford 13680 W Test Drive Goodyear 85338
San Tan Hyundai 3252 S Auto Way Gilbert 85297
Where Donations Go
Donated bikes go to those needing low-cost transportation for work, school, and errands. St. Vincent de Paul offers bikes to people seeking help at SVdP through its shelters, workforce programs, dining rooms or neighborhood food pantries. During the holiday season, children’s bikes may be provided to young dining room guests who achieve academic goals at school.
Other Ways to Support:
- Donate online: You can make a monetary contribution any time at stvincentdepaul.net/bike
- Volunteer: Join SVdP's Bike Shop and help refurbish bikes. Sign up for a volunteer opportunity at You can also volunteer at https://www.stvincentdepaul.net/volunteer
SVdP's Bike Shop Role
Bike donations are processed through SVdP's volunteer-run-state-of-the-art Bike Shop, which has refurbished 50 to 60 bikes every month for the past 13 years. Monetary donations will be used to purchase supplies to repair gently used bicycles. In addition to providing bikes to people in need, the bike shop also fosters community and skill development by allowing residents from SVdP's transitional housing facilities and volunteers to gain valuable experience refurbishing bikes to be sold at affordable prices at SVdP's thift stores. The funding generated through the sales of bikes go directly to support SVdP’s programs and services.
Earnhardt Auto Centers' and ABC15's Commitment
“Earnhardt Auto Centers and ABC15 have partnered for years to bring smiles to the faces of foster kids and those in need here in Arizona. At Earnhardt, we’re in the business of people, transportation and of supporting the communities that support us,” said Hal Earnhardt III, president of Earnhardt Auto Centers. “It’s no secret that my father Tex loved the Valley and loved helping those in need, both young and old. Investing in the future of our communities and this annual effort has always been near and dear to our hearts – as it was Tex’s.”
“The participation from the Phoenix-area community, combined with the enthusiasm of our employees across Earnhardt Auto Centers, has been amazing,” said Nature Earnhardt, media and promotions director for Earnhardt Auto Centers. “We look forward to doing this each year and seeing how much we can grow it. The partnership with St. Vincent de Paul has helped make this program successful.”
“The number of bicycles donated is growing each year and as a result, even more deserving folks will get to experience the joy of getting a bike – something everyone young, old and in-between should get to experience,” said Derby Earnhardt, Tex Earnhardt’s grandson. “We absolutely love this program and are looking forward to it each year, working with great program partners like ABC15, St. Vincent de Paul!”
