The Nantucket Wheeler program started in 2013, and is beneficial for everyone–from mentally or physically challenged passengers of all ages, to the volunteers themselves. Thanks to past sponsors and volunteer pilots who have generously donated their time and money, there is no cost to ride.
Our bikeย rides areย composed of 3 Wheeler Pilots with their passengers, plus 2 crossing guards per trip.ย We are focusing on the elderly first, most non-ambulatory.ย We feel they are the most isolated members of our community. Thankfully,ย we have been able to make theย rides available to other disabled members of the community of all ages who might enjoy a bike ride around the island.
After retiring our four 2014 bikes, we purchased 2 new bikes in 2020, and one additionalย bike in 2022. We would love to add one more bike at a cost ofย ~$15,000 each.ย Ourย Pilots are 100% volunteers. The expensesย we have are insurance, maintenance, and equipment.
Get Involved – If you are interested in getting involved and can commit 2-3 hours per week, we are always looking for new volunteer Pilots. Please email Tony Cahill for training information at Nantucketwheelers@gmail.com
Nantucket Wheelers areย looking for donations of any amount. All donations for the Wheeler program are managed byย Community Foundation for Nantucketย (CFN), thereforeย 100% deductible, and 100% goes directly into the program.