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NewsCreative Loafing TampaAugust 12, 2026Hillsborough

Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Tampa reaches 3,000 bicycle donations through volunteer ministry

The Sacred Heart Catholic Church in downtown Tampa is preparing to distribute its 3,000th refurbished bicycle through its 'Bikes from the Heart' ministry. The program is operated entirely by lay volunteers who repair donated bicycles for community members in need.

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Why It Matters

The ministry provides low-cost transportation options to vulnerable residents in the Tampa area through the donation of refurbished bicycles.

Key Facts

  • Sacred Heart Catholic Church is 121 years old.
  • The 'Bikes from the Heart' ministry is operated by non-ordained lay volunteers.
  • The ministry is reaching the milestone of donating its 3,000th bicycle.
  • The program focuses on providing transportation to vulnerable community members.

Who's Mentioned

locationTampa“The city where the church and ministry are located.”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa“The news publication reporting on the ministry.”organizationSacred Heart Catholic Church“A 121-year-old church in downtown Tampa operating a bicycle ministry.”otherBikes from the Heart“The specific ministry program that repairs and donates bicycles.”