Dave Gorman, President at Working Bikes | https://workingbikes.org/
Dave Gorman, President at Working Bikes | https://workingbikes.org/
This appropriation represents state-level funding authorized by lawmakers, reflecting what was approved in the budget, not necessarily disbursed. The funds cover only State of Illinois support and exclude federal, local, or other public sources.
Founded in 1999 by Lee Ravenscroft and Amy Little, Working Bikes states that its mission is: “Working Bikes strengthens local and global communities by giving donated bicycles new life and redistributing them as tools for self-determination. We work toward a world where everyone has access to bicycle transportation— whether in Africa, Latin America, or Chicago—and where bicycles are the most reliable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly transportation available!.”
You can learn more about the organization at its website.
In its most recent IRS Form 990 filing filing for tax year 2024, the organization reported $1,550,050 in total revenue.
The nonprofit listed $795,730 in contributions overall. It also reported $597,871 in non-cash contributions, such as donated goods or services, and $795,730 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.
At the beginning of 2024, Working Bikes had $1,386,340 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $1,466,530, indicating a 5.8% growth in overall holdings.
However, a Chicago City Wire analysis found that IRS filings frequently contain discrepancies when compared with publicly disclosed government grant reports and budgets.
Working Bikes is one of hundreds of nonprofits across Illinois that receive substantial support from state taxpayers while also fundraising privately.
In 2025, Illinois lawmakers introduced House Bill 1266, also known as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Act. The proposal would create a new oversight body within the Office of the Auditor General tasked with identifying cost-saving measures, reviewing agency performance, and advising on audit priorities. If passed, DOGE could bring additional scrutiny and performance evaluation to taxpayer-funded organizations.
According to ProPublica, Illinois has more than 78,000 active tax-exempt organizations, including nearly 60,000 classified as charitable nonprofits. In their most recent IRS filings, these groups reported a combined revenue exceeding $156 billion.
| Term | Name | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2024 | Amy K Little | Treasurer 2/23 |
| 2024-2024 | Angela Taylor | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Caronina L Grimble | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Dalia B Garcia | Vice President As Of 5/23 |
| 2024-2024 | Dave Gorman | Secretary 2/23 |
| 2024-2024 | Devon May Snyder | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Ellen Gibbon | Director |
| 2024-2024 | James D Lindsey | Past President Resigned 11/23 |
| 2024-2024 | Jeremy M Cohen | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Kim Clark | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Lee Ravenscroft | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Philip S Kaplan | President 5/23 |
| 2024-2024 | Trevor James Clarke | Executive Director |
| Year | Name | Title | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Angel R Siliezar | Internship | - |
| 2024 | Kimberly Ward | Apprentice | - |
| 2024 | Trevor James Clarke | Executive Director | - |
| 2024 | Vanessa Esparza | Cashier | - |
| 2018 | Trian Felix Alexander | Communications Associate | - |
| 2016 | Julia Nicewander | Communications And Development Coordinator | - |
| 2015 | Joshua M Leslie | Volunteer | - |
| 2015 | Marie H Akerman | Acquisitions, Communications, And Development Coordinator | - |
| 2013 | Sarai Bernice Redmond | Contract Instructor | - |
| 2011 | Jordan Glynn Mccarthy | Events Staff | - |
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