About
Wheels for Feels (WFF) is a sustainable community outreach club that helps domestic violence shelters via donation drives, with a special focus on recycling and restoring discarded bicycles and gifting them to the women and children in the shelters. Wheels for Feels’ main goal is to help the individuals who unfortunately and unexpectedly find themselves in these shelters feel cared for and a sense of normalcy and happiness. The women and children who are in the shelters arrive there with very few belongings. We (WFF) reach out frequently to see what they need and gather collections to fulfill their requests and at the same time bring some joy. The bikes we recycle are all sizes and enable women and families to have a form of transportation and recreation. WFF brings awareness to the distress women and children of domestic violence face.
We believe in the power of every child to embrace their potential, define their future, and positively impact the world.
Founder/President
Jesse Profeta
My name is Jesse Profeta, and I am the Founder and President of Wheels for Feels, Inc. I am 16 years old and started this non-profit organization based on my passion for riding bicycles, recycling, and community engagement. For the past two years, I have been restoring old and discarded bicycles, and donating them to women shelters so that families there can have a method of transportation and recreation. Wheels for Feels also conducts regular donation collection drives, including toys, undergarments, socks, pajamas, and any other items needed by individuals and families in domestic violence shelters. Wheels for Feels cares for those in need and spreads the joy of riding.
Vice President
Marc Mandelbaum
My name is Marc Mandelbaum, and I am the Vice President of Wheels for Feels. I am honored to work with my friend and founder, Jesse, for this meaningful organization. I am an 11th-grade student who enjoys volunteering and helping the community by collecting and donating bicycles. I am passionate about Wheels for Feels because we are not only a non-profit organization that fixes and donates bicycles, but we also collect other items from the community to help meet people’s basic needs within these shelters. I enjoy being involved in this organization because I can make a difference by recycling old bicycles to help the environment while helping people in need.
Our Vision
Wheels for Feels is dedicated to empowering families residing in domestic violence shelters and beyond by providing bicycles and essential items. Our mission is to ensure that women have reliable transportation, children have opportunities for recreation, and families receive vital necessities. We aim to uplift and support each other while bringing the practicality and joy of bicycle ownership to those facing adversity. Committed to environmental stewardship, Wheels for Feels also promotes recycling and sustainable practices.