150 bikes delivered to Tampa children during annual holiday event with Mayor Jane Castor

The Brief

  • Tampa Mayor Jane Castor delivered 150 bikes and helmets to children of all ages during a holiday handout event on Friday.
  • The bikes went to pre-selected kids from City Parks and Recreation programs.
  • Many of the children have not owned or barely rode a bike.

TAMPA, Fla. A holiday tradition rolled through Tampa Friday afternoon as dozens of children received brand-new bicycles.

What we know:

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor arrived on a Gasparilla float accompanied by volunteers, sponsors, Tampa police officers and local leaders. The group delivered bikes and helmets to crowds of kids.

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