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Nonprofit · EIN 61-1801839

BOBS FREE BIKES

Tax-exempt · FOUNTAIN HLS, AZ 85268

Financials

$80K$103K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of BOBS FREE BIKES by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$79,603$103,436-$23,833$59,173$0$59,173
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$39,809
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$0
Net income from sales of inventory
$39,794
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$2,551
Occupancy
$53,137
Printing, publications and postage
$1,521
Other expenses
$46,227
Program services (functional)
$79,816

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$83,006
Total assets, end of year
$59,173
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$59,173
Cash, savings and investments
$59,173
Gross receipts
$79,603

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Brian MartinPresident20$0
Walter TurbervilleSecretary20$0
Robyn HeimbuchTreasurer20$0
Bruce NagelMember20$0
Walter HeimbuchMember20$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
13771 N FOUNTAIN HILLS BLVD 114-156, FOUNTAIN HLS, AZ 85268-3733
Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
13771 N Fountain Hills Blvd 114-156, Fountain Hills AZ 85268
Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
Robert Mandell, 13771 N Fountain Hills Blvd 114-156, Fountain Hills AZ 85268
Signed the 990-EZ
Robyn Heimbuch, Treasurer
Phone
(480) 266-1357

Mission

Since opening in 2016 Bob's Free Bikes mission has been simple 'to provide a bike to any child who would otherwise not be able to have one'. To date we have given 4840 bikes to children in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, in 2022 we gave out 1085 bicycles to those in need of a bicycle. We work with other organizations to determine who needs bikes, be it refugees, school children needing transportation, or parents requesting a bike for their child. Our vision is to collect unwanted bicycles, repair them to safe working condition and give them back to a child or someone in need. We are a 100% volunteer organization. Our staff is mainly retired professional people looking to give back to their community, volunteering their time. Our funds come from the community, either service organizations, local businesses or individuals. Simply put a bike given to a child provides a healthy outdoor activity and the freedom of bike ownership.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Our focus in providing bikes to kids is in the hope of instilling a lifetime of healthy adventure, independence and the wonder of the great outdoors. Bob's Free Bikes generally serves Maricopa County, but we also have worked with other organizations to provide bikes in other areas of Arizona, including Native American Communities, Arizona National Guard families and families at Luke Airforce Base. We serve all populations, working with organization such as Welcome to America, St Vincent de Paul, CASA, schools and churches to find kids and families. In 2024 we gave 1259 bikes to kids, though that number is just of bikes the impact can help the whole family, with kids riding to school or a job. If a parent needs a bike to ride with their child/children we will provide one. which can then be used for transportation. In 2024 we started a new program we call Gear UP for Safety this program provides a new helmet and a cable lock to go with each bike thus ensuring the safety of the child and the security of the bike.
    Expenses $39,908 · grants $6,450
  • Bob's Free Bikes (BFB) program provides bikes to children 5-18 years old: we focus on getting bikes to children who would otherwise not have one. Our area of distribution is the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. This year we are asking for help with our project, Gear UP for Safety, the aim is to enhance the well-being of underprivileged children by supplying them with essential safety gear for cycling. We look to provide high-quality bicycle helmets and a cable lock with each bike given, fostering a safer environment, and promoting a healthy lifestyle. BFB generally serves Maricopa County, but we have also worked with other organizations to provide bikes in other area of Arizona, including Native American communities, Arizona National Guard families and Luke Airforce Base. We serve all populations, working with different organizations such as Welcome to America, St Vincent de Paul, CASA, schools and churches to find kids and families. In 2023 we gave out 1153 bikes, in 2024 that number was 1255, we continue to grow. Those numbers are bicycles, but the impact can help the whole family, with kids riding their bikes to school or a job. If a parent needs a bike to ride with their child/children we will provide one, which can then be used by them for transportation to work or classes. Bob's Free Bikes relies on donated bikes, which are cleaned up and repaired, replacing parts as needed to make a safe, operational bike for a child. Additionally, a helmet and cable lock are provided upon delivery, where each helmet can be fitted to the child, ensuring the safety of the child, and the security of the bike. Our staff of mechanics and delivery drivers are all volunteers, cycling enthusiasts that value a lifetime of healthy adventure. We here at Bob's believe every child should be able to experience the responsibility, excitement and freedom that comes from owning their own bike. We are immensely proud of what we do, it is truly a labor of love for everyone involved, giving their time to volunteer at Bob's Free Bikes.
    Expenses $39,908 · grants $6,450

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-EZ on file

File the 2026 990-EZ for BOBS FREE BIKES

Due May 17, 2027 · e-filed with the IRS by 990.tax, an IRS-authorized e-file provider

IRS record

EIN
61-1801839
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2016
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$59,173
Income (IRS master file)
$79,603

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025–––IRS
990-EZDecember 2024–––IRS
990-EZDecember 2023$61,662$52,290$57,329IRS
990-EZDecember 2022–––IRS
990-N for 2021
Officer: Robert Mandell
December 31, 2021≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard

990-N: the IRS publishes only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years appear here as 990.tax collects the monthly files. 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS.

Questions about BOBS FREE BIKES

What is the EIN of BOBS FREE BIKES?
The employer identification number (EIN) of BOBS FREE BIKES is 61-1801839.
Is BOBS FREE BIKES tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2016.
Are donations to BOBS FREE BIKES tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does BOBS FREE BIKES file?
Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
When is the next return of BOBS FREE BIKES due?
The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did BOBS FREE BIKES last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of BOBS FREE BIKES?
The 990-N for 2021 names Robert Mandell.
Who are the officers and directors of BOBS FREE BIKES?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 5 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does BOBS FREE BIKES have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $79,603, expenses of $103,436 and total assets of $59,173 at year end.

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