Mission, Vision & Purpose
Working together to build a bicycle-friendly Florida
FBA was incorporated in 1997 for educational and charitable purposes and is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt corporation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. All proceeds benefit FBA programs.
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION (CH9008) MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-435-7352 WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. http://www.floridaconsumerhelp.com/
2017 FBA Bylaws approved 7-29-2017
Our Mission is to encourage more people to bicycle through education and advocacy.
Our Vision is for bicycling to be safe, accepted and encouraged in Florida.
Our Purpose:
- Protect and advance the interests of bicyclists
- Educate the public about sharing roadways and paths with people on bicycles
- Encourage the creation of great places to ride
- Continue to grow as a financially stable, well-managed organization
FBA is funded by membership dues, donations, advertising revenue in the quarterly Messenger newsletter, corporate sponsorships, grants and Share the Road specialty license plate proceeds. Funds are used to promote education and advocacy programs and to encourage bicycling as a life long activity. Safety education and awareness programs are directed to cyclists, pedestrians and motorists. Join today online or download the FBA Membership brochure or DONATE!
Interested in serving FBA as a Board of Director or Advisory Board member? Please fill out our online form or download the FBA Board brochure for more information.
Your membership makes a difference for all cyclists in Florida!
Annually, we recognize people, communities and agencies around the state for their outstanding contributions to a bicycle friendly Florida. To see our recipients, go here.