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SHARED MOBILITY INC
BUFFALO, NY · EIN 465072814 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P52 · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · sharedmobility.org
revenue
$3.0M
expenses
$2.5M
net assets
$3.7M
employees
26
program ratio
97%
mission · from form 990

TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC OF THE AVAILABILITY AND VALUE OF SHARED TRANSPORTATION AND MOBILITY SOLUTIONS, PARTICULARLY THOSE INCORPORATING PRINCIPLES OF ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Shared Mobility Inc is a Buffalo, NY-based nonprofit focused on expanding access to shared transportation and mobility solutions with an emphasis on environmental sustainability and economic justice. The organization advocates for inclusive mobility, particularly through adaptive bicycles and accessible infrastructure, to serve people with disabilities, older adults, and underserved communities. It promotes policy changes, infrastructure improvements, and programmatic solutions to reduce barriers to equitable transportation.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Adaptive Bike Access Initiatives
Supports rebate programs, nonprofit ownership models, and policy changes to reduce financial and systemic barriers to adaptive bicycle use
Adaptive Bikeshare Expansion
Advocates for and supports the expansion of adaptive bikeshare programs to improve access for people with disabilities and mobility challenges
Universal Bike Infrastructure Design
Promotes the design of bike infrastructure using universal accessibility principles, including protected lanes, wider pathways, and accessible curb ramps
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Youth Cycling Education and Access Programs 3 activities
    • Operate community E-Bike Libraries
      Establishes and supports E-Bike Libraries in partnership with community-based organizations, providing free access to pedal-assist e-bikes in low-income communities such as Buffalo and Niagara Falls, NY. The organization has deployed over 3,000 donated e-bikes to support community-managed libraries and launched pilot programs in New York and Los Angeles.
    • Provide e-bike safety education and rider training
      Delivers mandatory and voluntary e-bike safety education programs, including pre-ride safety inspections using the ABC Quick Check method, guidance on proper lighting systems, rider age requirements, and class-specific safety risks. Safety workshops are required for participants in rebate programs and are offered to all program participants.
    • Provide public education on shared mobility
      Offers public education on shared transportation solutions with a focus on environmental sustainability and economic justice, including outreach on e-bike classifications, safety, and responsible use.
  • Transportation Policy Advocacy & Infrastructure Reform 1 activity
    • Advocate for equitable e-bike and e-scooter policies
      Advocates for the expansion of safe, legal low-speed e-bikes and e-scooters across New York State to improve transportation access and affordability, particularly in underserved communities. Promotes municipal support for e-bike use as a low-emission option and supports incentive programs like Project MOVER.
  • Nonprofit Sector Research & Data Analysis 1 activity
    • Conduct research on shared mobility programs
      Produces and publishes research reports on shared mobility initiatives, collecting data on applicant demographics, purchasing behavior, voucher redemption, and program impact through surveys and program administration.
  • Adaptive Equipment Provision 1 activity
    • Expand access to adaptive bicycles
      Supports inclusive mobility by expanding access to adaptive bicycles, including providing one free adaptive e-bike to a rider with unique mobility needs through its rebate program.
  • Commuter Mobility Services 1 activity
    • Operate e-bikeshare programs
      Runs e-bikeshare programs such as Reddy Bikeshare and a planned 300-e-bike system in Ossining, NY, with stations located near key destinations to support short, point-to-point trips. Offers free memberships to qualified applicants not selected for e-bike rebates.
  • Clean Transportation Adoption & Infrastructure 1 activity
    • Operate regional e-bike rebate programs in New York State
      Launches and administers e-bike rebate and voucher programs in New York State, including the Western New York E-Bike Rebate Pilot and Project MOVER in Westchester County, offering point-of-sale rebates or vouchers (ranging from $650 to $1,000) to qualifying residents for the purchase of certified e-bikes and accessories. As of 2025, more than 284 individuals have received vouchers through these programs.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.96M
Contributions & grants$872K29%
Program service revenue$2.06M70%
Investment income$25K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.46M
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.04M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$4.42M
Cash$558K
Investments$0
Liabilities$721K
Net assets$3.70M
Liquid reserves2.7 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +38.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 9
  • ANGELA KEPPEL — VICE PRESIDE
  • BRIAN ARCHIE — TREASURER
  • BRIAN CHURPITA — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHRISTOPHER CARUANA — BOARD MEMEBE
  • GLORIA HUERTA — BOARD MEMBER
  • JAMIE HAMANN- BURNEY — PRESIDENT
  • JIM JONES — SECRETARY
  • KIMBERLY SUMINSKI — BOARD MEMBER
  • MAKENZIE FINTAK — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 39

Who they work with

  • Better Bike Share Partnership Partner — Co-administered the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds to support E-Bike Library pilot programs with Shared Mobility Inc.
  • Biketown Partner — Referenced as an example of an e-bike share program that increases access to sustainable transportation.
  • CDPHP Cycle! Partner — Collaborates with shared micromobility providers such as CDPHP Cycle! to support bikeshare systems in New York State communities.
  • Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Government — Administered the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds used to support E-Bike Library pilot programs in Buffalo and Niagara Falls.
  • Create a Healthier Niagara Falls Collaborative Partner — Community-based organization in Niagara Falls supported to launch an E-Bike Library pilot program.
  • Create a Healthier Niagara Falls Collaborative Partner — Partnered with Shared Mobility Inc. to lead the e-bike library program in Niagara Falls, NY.
  • Croton E-Bikes Partner — Approved retailer where participants can redeem their e-bike vouchers to purchase e-bikes.
  • Danny’s Cycles Partner — Approved retailer where participants can redeem their e-bike vouchers to purchase e-bikes.
  • East Side Bike Club Partner — Grassroots bicycle organization in Buffalo supported to launch an E-Bike Library and Community Workshop.
  • East Side Bike Club Partner — Partnered with Shared Mobility Inc. to lead the e-bike library program in Buffalo, NY.
  • Facebook Partner — Follows Shared Mobility Inc. on Facebook
  • Ford Philanthropy Funder — Funded the WNY E-Bike Rebate Pilot program operated by Shared Mobility.
  • Ford Philanthropy Funder — Philanthropic funder supporting the Western New York E-bike Rebate Program
  • Ford Philanthropy Funder — Provided financial support for the E-Bike Library and rebate pilot programs.
  • Ford Philanthropy Funder — Provided philanthropic investment to support the Western New York e-bike rebate program.
  • Ford Philanthropy Partner — Partner in the WNY E-Bike Rebate Pilot program, providing support for the initiative.
  • GObike Buffalo Partner — Hosts E-Bike Safety Workshops for participants in the e-bike rebate program.
  • GiGi’s Playhouse Partner — Former affiliation through staff experience; informs understanding of ability and inclusion.
  • Independent Health Funder — Philanthropic funder supporting the Western New York E-bike Rebate Program
  • Independent Health Funder — Provided financial support for the E-Bike Library and rebate pilot programs.
  • Independent Health Funder — Provided financial support for the WNY E-Bike Library Initiative to refurbish and distribute e-bikes to community organizations.
  • Independent Health Funder — Provided philanthropic investment to support the Western New York e-bike rebate program.
  • Independent Health Partner — Partner in the WNY E-Bike Rebate Pilot program, providing support for the initiative.
  • Instagram Partner — Follows Shared Mobility Inc. on Instagram
  • LinkedIn Partner — Follows Shared Mobility Inc. on LinkedIn
  • Mobility Development Partner — Partner organization collaborating with Shared Mobility Inc. on mobility initiatives.
  • NYSERDA Government — Administered the New York Clean Transportation Prize program that awarded Project MOVER a $7 million grant.
  • New York State Government — References New York State laws regarding e-bike classification and age requirements for operation.
  • New York State Energy Research & Development Authority Government — Funding for the E-Bike Incentive Program is provided by NYSERDA under the New York Clean Transportation Prizes program.
  • New York State Energy Research and Development Authority Government — State agency supporting the Project MOVER E-Bike Incentive Program in Westchester County
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strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community-Controlled Transportation Model
    methodology: community_controlled_model
    By placing the design and administration of e-bike access programs in the hands of community-based organizations, the organization increases equity and program effectiveness because local communities are best positioned to understand and respond to their own mobility needs.
  • Equity-Centered Safety Integration
    methodology: integrated_safety_access
    By combining financial access to e-bikes with mandatory safety education and preventive maintenance protocols, the organization promotes safe and inclusive adoption because addressing both cost and risk reduces disparities in accident rates and increases confidence among new riders.
  • Research-Informed Equity Design
    methodology: data_informed_equity
    By using data from e-bike rebate programs to analyze how financial capacity and regional context affect participation, the organization improves equitable policy design because evidence on adoption barriers enables targeted, effective interventions for underserved populations.
  • Shared Access to Ownership Pathway
    methodology: shared_to_ownership_pathway
    By enabling users to transition from shared e-bike programs to personal ownership through rebates, the organization increases long-term e-mobility adoption because prior experience reduces uncertainty and financial barriers, making ownership more accessible and sustainable.
  • Universal Access Expansion for Adaptive Riders
    methodology: universal_accessibility_model
    By expanding access to adaptive bikes through bikeshare, rebates, and nonprofit ownership models and addressing non-equipment barriers like storage and caregiver support, the organization enables sustained use because mobility solutions must address the full ecosystem of access to be effective for riders with disabilities.