Bike Walk Savannah was formed in 2008 as the Savannah Bicycle Campaign. At the time our mission was to make Savannah better for bicycling — because bicycles make Savannah better. We did this through advocating for better facilities and enforcement, and encouraging, educating and empowering residents and visitors to make bicycling a healthy, enjoyable, useful part of their daily lives.
But we never have been just about bikes. In 2018 we changed our name and mission to reflect our successful advocacy efforts and progress toward streets that are safe for all road users — no matter their mode of transportation — and safer, more equitable transportation options.
We advocate for safer streets at all levels of government, including city, state and federal. We host community bike rides, and provide Bike Valet at a variety of events to encourage bicycle riders to explore our community. We empower area residents and community advocates with our education programs. We provide hundreds of bicycles to members of our community who need reliable, affordable transportation through our New Standard Cycles Program. We work with neighborhoods to find opportunities for improvement and address conditions that will increase neighborhood safety. And we are working with community partners on a city-wide urban trail system that will be ideal for runners, walkers, and cyclists — while also connecting neighborhoods and serving as a safe route for bike commuters.
2019 is just the start of our future. We want to expand our programming and advocacy campaigns. We want to increase our membership and revenue to build a sustainable organization. We want to create a Savannah that is safer, accessible, and connected for all road users. And we need your expertise and support to do so.
Are you someone who wants to help create safe streets in Savannah, and promote biking and walking as a viable and essential means of transportation and recreation? Are you interested in being part of our fundraising and development strategy? Do you have experience with community engagement, fundraising, or political strategy?
If any of these boxes are checked off for you, we invite you to apply to join our board of directors. Our all-volunteer board is comprised of community members who support our vision of a connected, safe and vibrant Savannah, with welcoming places to bike and walk.
Click here to learn more about the commitment details for the 5 available board positions. To apply for a position, please submit your resume and an intro letter to info@bikewalksavannah.org.
