Pedailing for a Smile!

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We promote social responsibility and the circular economy by collecting and repairing unused bicycles to give them a second life and find them a new home.
We encourage sports and sustainable mobility, promoting the use of bicycles as an eco-friendly and healthy alternative.
We foster solidarity and empathy, by bringing opportunities to vulnerable groups in urban and rural areas.
Together, we pedal toward a more sustainable and compassionate future! 

How Can I Help?

Donate a Bike

If you have a bicycle that you no longer use or that is in poor condition, you can donate it to the project..

Every bike will bring a new smile to a child in need.

Cada aporte cuenta

With just $5 you can support our project, and with $35, we can fully repair a bike! ¡logramos reparar una bicicleta completa!

Ayúdanos a llevar movilidad y sonrisas a quienes más lo necesitan.

Sponsor Smiles

We are looking for companies committed to social change in Ecuador.

With your support, we can reach more children and bring new smiles to their faces.

How Do We Create Smiles?

Collection

Do you have an old, forgotten, or damaged bicycle?

No worries! In our project it doesn’t matter what condition your bike is in. Whether it’s rusty or missing parts, we are ready to give it a new chance.

Repair

In our hands, no bike is a lost cause.
bici es un caso perdido.

With tools, spare parts, and a lot of effort, las reparamos  we repair them and leave them as good as new. Our team ensures that every bicycle is ready to roll again.

Delivery

After an arduous repair process, the identification of beneficiaries and the delivery of bikes to vulnerable areas begins.

This results in happy children and countless new smiles.

Pedal with us for a smile

Become a Volunteer

With your time and energy, you can bring joy and mobility to those who need it most. Pedal with a purpose and help us transform lives through a bicycle.

Educational Institutions

Your school or educational institution can also be part of the project. Through awareness talks, activities, events, as a collection point, and many other ways to support "1Bike, 1Smile."

Smiles

Pedaling Dreams to Zuleta

Zuleta, conocida por sus bordados hechos a mano y su historia ligada a la Hacienda Zuleta, se encuentra en las faldas del Imbabura. En esta comunidad, entregamos siete bicicletas...

Pedaling Dreams to Chaupi Guaranguí

Ubicado cerca de Ambuquí, en la provincia de Imbabura, Chaupi es un lugar ideal para el ecoturismo y el ciclismo de aventura. Sin embargo, también evidenciamos las difíciles...

Pedaling Dreams to San Antonio

Famoso por su artesanía en madera, San Antonio de Ibarra es una comunidad con una rica tradición artística. En colaboración con Juan Pablo, en el barrio Santo Domingo, entregamos...

Pedaling Dreams to Atuntaqui

Gracias al apoyo de varias empresas, como PLUS, CACMU Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito Mujeres Unidas y Domínguez Dental, logramos entregar 10 bicicletas, cumpliendo así el sueño...

Pedaleando sueños a Ibarra

En Ibarra, en el barrio Los Ceibos, gracias al apoyo de Frang Pollo, quien apadrinó el proyecto, fue posible entregar cinco bicicletas a niños y adolescentes que las necesitaban...

Pedaling Dreams to Carpuela

Las bicicletas pueden convertirse en una herramienta clave para la movilidad y el deporte. En Carpuela, con la ayuda de Adrián, un líder barrial comprometido con el bienestar de...

Pedaling Dreams to Salinas

Salinas es una comunidad afrodescendiente con una rica historia y una fuerte identidad cultural. Con el apoyo de PLUS, entregamos seis bicicletas junto a la estación del...

Pedaleando sueños a La Carolina

La Carolina es una comunidad rural donde la movilidad puede representar un desafío para los más jóvenes. Gracias al apoyo de Óscar y Marcia, quienes identificaron a un niño por...

Pedaling Dreams to Lita

Lita es un pequeño pueblo de la provincia de Imbabura, rodeado de montañas y selva. En esta zona, con el apoyo de CACMU Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito Mujeres Unidas, entregamos...

Pedaling Dreams to Priorato

Priorato es un barrio de Ibarra con una comunidad activa y trabajadora, donde el acceso a bicicletas puede marcar una gran diferencia en la movilidad y recreación de los jóvenes....
Pedaleando sueños a Zuleta

Pedaling Dreams to Zuleta

Zuleta, conocida por sus bordados hechos a mano y su historia ligada a la Hacienda Zuleta, se encuentra en las faldas del Imbabura. En esta...

Pedaleando sueños a Chaupi Guaranguí

Pedaling Dreams to Chaupi Guaranguí

Ubicado cerca de Ambuquí, en la provincia de Imbabura, Chaupi es un lugar ideal para el ecoturismo y el ciclismo de aventura. Sin embargo, también...

Pedaleando sueños a San Antonio

Pedaling Dreams to San Antonio

Famoso por su artesanía en madera, San Antonio de Ibarra es una comunidad con una rica tradición artística. En colaboración con Juan Pablo, en el...

Testimonials

I am very happy to know that they came all the way from Ibarra to deliver several bikes with this project. Today, they delivered five bicycles to our institution, the "Horacio Drouet Calderón"school, which not only promotes cycling but also encourages the students to study, and even to wake up earlier, so they can take a ride on a bike.

Graciela Villareal

Teacher, Tonsupa, Atacames

I would like to sincerely thank you for the support provided to the "Casa De Paz" foundation por la donación de bicicletas a los niños de nuestra institución y de la comunidad, la «Compañía de Jesús». I believe this is an innovative initiative, as it promotes physical activity and sustainable economy. It also fosters values in children such as trust, responsibility, perseverance, and respect for others. El día en que se entregaron las bicicletas fue un momento mágico que lleno mi corazón de alegría, haciendo de este proyecto un gran gesto de amor hacia quienes más lo necesitan.

Alexandra Sanipatin

La compañía, San Antonio

Being part of the "1 Bike, 1 Smile" initiative as a sponsor with MYA Digital Marketing Agency has been a deeply rewarding experience. Seeing the emotion and smiles of the children when receiving their bicycles reminded me of the importance of valuing the small things in life. It was moving to reach communities where people often feel forgotten and to share a moment of joy and hope with them. Additionally, this trip reminded me of how beautiful our Ecuador is and how, with small actions, we can contribute to a better future. Because in the end, what truly matters is leaving a mark on the lives of others.

Ale Andrade

MYA Marketing

Our Story

At "1 Bike 1 Smile," we transform unused bicycles into opportunities for children and young people in vulnerable communities. We were founded in 2018 as a Corporate Social Responsibility initiative of Arias Track Bike. Today, our mission is to promote the circular economy and sustainable mobility in Ibarra and throughout Ecuador.

Since then, we have grown year after year, adding volunteers, partners, and more smiles with each delivery. We recover, repair, and deliver bicycles, reducing waste and promoting social inclusion. Every donation, every bicycle, and every effort counts toward building a more inclusive and eco-friendly world.

Join the change and let's work together on the path to a brighter future on two wheels!

Annual Reports

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2020

2023

2024

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I donate a bike?

You can donate your bike by contacting us to arrange the pickup. We accept used bikes in any condition, as our team takes care of repairing and making them like new.

What type of bicycles do you accept?

We accept bicycles of any size and model, as long as they are functional or can be repaired. It doesn’t matter if they are missing parts or have defects; our team will restore them to deliver them to those who need them most.

Can I donate parts or accessories instead of a complete bike?

Yes! We appreciate donations of spare parts, tires, brakes, pedals, and other accessories that help us repair bikes and extend their lifespan. We also accept helmets and other safety gear.

Where can I drop off my donation?

You can drop off your bike or spare parts at Arias Track Bike, located at Pedro Rodríguez 4-43, between Juan Jose Flores and García Moreno, Ibarra, Ecuador. If you need us to pick it up, contact us and we will arrange the best way to receive your donation.

Can I make a financial donation? How is the money used?

Yes, we accept financial donations for the purchase of spare parts, tools, and materials needed to repair bicycles. We also cover logistical costs for delivering bikes to rural communities. You can donate through GoFundMe.

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+593 96 396 9814

1bici1sonrisa@gmail.com

Pedro Rodríguez entre García Moreno y Flores, 100105. Ibarra, Ecuador.

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