Safe Kids Helmet Bank

SAFE KIDS Sonoma County wants to help kids stay safe while bicycling. SAFE KIDS is promoting the use of bike helmets. Bicycle helmets can save the life of a child. Properly fitted helmets have been shown to reduce the risk of death or head injury by over 80%. A limited number of bike helmets will be awarded free of charge to qualified groups and organizations in Sonoma County.

Who can receive free helmets?

Non-profit organizations serving low-income children of Sonoma County are eligible to apply to receive free helmets. SAFE KIDS has provided helmets to schools, police departments, YMCAs, health clinics, etc. To apply for and receive these free helmets, organizations are required to:

Learn to fit bike helmets properly
Identify low-income children under age 18
Provide volunteers to help fit each helmet recipient
Provide appropriate safety messages with each helmet
Complete a brief evaluation within 30 days of the event

How can my organization apply?

Applications can be downloaded ( pdf format) and faxed to (707) 565-6619. Applications are also available by calling SAFE KIDS at (707) 565-6678. You may mail your completed application to:

SAFE KIDS Sonoma County
475 Aviation Boulevard, Suite 210
Santa Rosa, CA 95403

For more information about the Bike Safety Rodeo Kit, free bike helmets, or adopting a bike safety policy for your organization, please call the County of Sonoma Department of Health Services, Prevention and Planning Division at (707) 565-6678.