$500 E-bike Rebate
choose a sustainable and healthy transportation option
Update: As of May 8th, 2022 all 100 rebates have been claimed. The program is now closed.
Your e-bike purchase is an empowering transportation option. You will decrease your carbon footprint, improve your physical and emotional health, and eliminate wear and tear on roads creating a better future for you and our community.
The Devou Good Foundation, as part of our commitment to improving active transportation in the Greater Cincinnati region, is offering $500 e-bike rebates.
$50,000 of funds are available and will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Who can apply
This program is open to residents of:
NKY: Covington, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, and Ludlow
Cincinnati zip codes: 45202, 45203, 45204, 45205, 45206, 45219, 45214, 45220, 45223, 45226, and 45229
What we fund
E-bikes must cost between $1,199 and $2,500 before taxes, shipping, accessories, and assembly. E-bikes can be purchased online or at a local bike shop. The Garage OTR and Campus Cyclery both carry quality e-bikes in this price range. For on-line purchases, we recommend Rad Power Bikes, but these reviews may help you find the best e-bike for you. Make sure to purchase fenders for your new bike. You will be glad you have them if you get caught out in the rain.
Secure your bike to a fixed object with a 7mm chain and never leave it outside overnight. We also recommend using a frame lock in addition to a chain.
Rebates are limited to e-bikes purchased on or after February 15th, 2022.
the process
Please complete the application to qualify for the $500 rebate, for your e-bike purchase. The application must be filled out completely and accurately to receive the rebate.
Your application will be reviewed and processed within 3 weeks. Once approved, a check will be mailed for the full amount.
A follow-up survey will be sent in 90 days. Once completed, you will be entered into a drawing for a $250 gift card to a local bike shop so you can accessorize your bike.
All rebates are subject to a 1x audit. Limit one rebate per mailing address.
To get started, you will need a digital copy of your receipt and an optional picture of you and your bike.
Update: As of May 8th, 2022 all 100 rebates have been claimed. The program is now closed.
Results
Survey results can be found here.
Heatmap of purchaser locations is available here.
Download raw data survey data here (csv)