Posts by Marlee Townsend
Meet the Winners of the League’s 2025 Community Spark Grants
Today, the League of American Bicyclists is thrilled to announce the recipients of our 2025 Community Spark Grants! After extensive review, the League selected 10 communities to each receive $2,000…
Read MoreClub Leader Spotlight: Tina Beecham
In this month’s spotlight, we’re excited to connect with Tina Beecham — Shero of her local San Antonio, Texas chapter of Black Girls Do Bike. In addition to regular rides throughout…
Read MoreInvesting in Biking Pays Off: 39 Bicycle Friendly Businesses Recognized by the League of American Bicyclists
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The League of American Bicyclists is proud to recognize 39 new and renewing Bicycle Friendly Businesses (BFBs) and four Honorable Mentions in its latest award round. This…
Read More91 Places Earned Bicycle Friendly Community Awards in 2024
At a time when many are looking for ways to strengthen their communities, local investments in better bicycling offer a path forward. Today, the League of American Bicyclists is proud…
Read MoreFinding Joy in Winter Biking: Stories and Reflections
Winter biking isn’t just about toughing it out in the cold—it’s about finding those little moments of joy that make it all worthwhile. From the quiet beauty of snow-covered trails…
Read MoreHow Community Spark Grants Boosted Local Biking Initiatives in 2024
Big changes can start small. That’s the idea behind the League’s Community Spark Grants—to give local leaders the catalyst they need for bite-sized projects that make biking safer, easier, and…
Read MoreLCI Spotlight: Michael Potoczny
The League certifies hundreds of League Cycling Instructors every year and there are thousands of LCIs across the country leading bike education efforts in their communities. In our LCI spotlight…
Read MoreNew Bicycle Friendly State Rankings Highlight Progress and Challenges for Safer Cycling Across America
Washington, DC — The League of American Bicyclists has released its 2024 Bicycle Friendly State Rankings, a comprehensive evaluation of state efforts to improve conditions for bicycling. This year’s rankings…
Read MoreNew League Staff: Meet Chris Vaughan
Introducing Chris Vaughan, the League’s new Bicycle Friendly America Program Coordinator! An educator, poet, and advocate for sustainable transportation, Chris’s journey into bike advocacy began with a grassroots effort to…
Read MoreLCI & Advocate Spotlight: Patrick Valandra
The League certifies hundreds of League Cycling Instructors every year and there are thousands of LCIs across the country leading bike education efforts in their communities. In our LCI spotlight…
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