Volunteer FAQ’s

• Do you have Group Volunteer Opportunities: 

Yes! The most helpful times for groups to volunteer with BBP are in preparation for, and during, our bigger events. The biggest events include Boise Goathead Festival (August), the Primary Health Bike Drive (September), and the Holiday Kids Bike Giveaway (December).  

• What type of volunteer opportunities do you have besides bike mechanics? 

We need help with a variety of different things which is why having a diverse group of volunteers is so important to us. We need artists, welders, wood workers, interpreters, people with trucks and trailer to help us haul stuff, social media enthusiasts, Salesforce gurus, extra hands at event set up/break down, customer service wizards (in shop and at events) and so much more! 

• How old do you have to be to volunteer? 

It really depends on the shift. Typically, we ask that kids under the age of 14 are supervised by their parent(s) or another adult. 

• Do all volunteer shifts take place at  BBP? 

Our volunteer opportunities are all over town! Shifts can be scheduled at the main shop, over at our kids warehouse, at Lost Grove, in a park or at a community center. It all depends on which program or event needs volunteers. The shift location should always be listed in the event details.  

• Do I just show up at BBP whenever I have time to volunteer? 

Although we would love to be able to have an open door volunteer policy, we need people to sign up for shifts ahead of time. This helps us track the number of volunteers and volunteer hours for the year, which helps us secure grant funding and to keep our programs running!