Grant funds were used to purchase 21 copies of Walkable City by Jeff Speck and one copy of Walkable City Rules to distribute to Bentonville City Council members, the Active Transportation Advisory Board (ATAB), the Mayor, and key city department heads. These books serve as a foundational resource to inspire and inform decision-makers about the importance of walkable, vibrant streets. This initiative aims to strengthen the city’s commitment to active transportation and people-centered urban planning.

Provided neon running vests to middle school track students to enhance safety and visibility during practices and events. The vests support the school’s 7th and 8th grade track program, which promotes lifelong healthy habits and often leads students to continue running in high school. This investment ensures all participants can train safely and confidently.

Bike to School Week is an annual event in Bentonville, Arkansas, promoting cycling as a fun and healthy mode of transportation for students, encouraging families to participate in biking to school together. To support this initiative, we plan to distribute 1,000 silicone bracelets and 4,320 bike spoke beads to participating students. These incentives aim to motivate student participation and celebrate their commitment to biking during the week-long event.

Supported the 6th Annual Home Sweet Home Festival, which transformed homes across Northwest Arkansas into intimate music venues. With over 100 shows and 60+ artists, the festival fostered community connection through unique, in-home concerts in Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, and Springdale. The event celebrated local culture and creativity while delivering unforgettable live music experiences.

As part of the Best in Show exhibition closing celebration, Bentonville Moves Coalition partnered with Happy Yappy Dog Photography to offer pet portraits during a full day of pet-friendly programming. The activation was held in the Momentary’s Boiler Room alongside a BMC booth to engage visitors and collect email signups. This offering helped bridge activities throughout the day and added a high-energy, interactive element to the event.

Funding supported Spring 2025 programming for All Bodies on Bikes in Bentonville, including a family-friendly Bike Craft Night where participants created crafts using recycled bike parts and Valentine’s-themed materials. Additionally, funds helped offset registration costs for 10 riders to participate in the bi-annual Square 2 Square ride, making the event more accessible and inclusive for new and returning cyclists.

This project involves the installation of a stock tank planter as a traffic calming measure, to be implemented as soon as weather allows following the final winter freeze. The planted stock tank will serve both as a beautification element and a tool to encourage slower, safer traffic in the area. This creative approach aims to enhance street safety while adding visual interest to the neighborhood.

Free and low-cost outdoor and cycling workshops designed to engage the Northwest Arkansas community. Planning began in January with topic selection, speaker booking, and accessibility coordination, followed by promotion in February and workshop delivery in March. The program aims to make outdoor recreation more inclusive, educational, and accessible for all.

This neighborhood cheer station event was designed to foster community engagement and connection by bringing residents together to support local runners. With festive decorations, noisemakers, food, and outdoor heaters for comfort, neighbors gathered in a fun and welcoming environment to cheer, connect, and show solidarity—strengthening community bonds and creating a memorable shared experience.

Funding supported the continued production of #ThisTown, a weekly e-newsletter highlighting community events, civic issues, and active transportation in Bentonville. With a subscriber base that includes city leaders and engaged residents, the newsletter has become a trusted voice promoting awareness around initiatives like Bentonville Moves socials, rides, and access improvements. The grant helped offset the time investment required to keep this authentic, ad-free community resource going strong.

Bentonville Moves Coalition served as a Diamond Sponsor for the 2025 Gold Rush 5K & Fun Run, held at Lawrence Plaza. The event supported the Bentonville Schools Foundation, funding innovative grants that enhance student achievement and recognize outstanding educators. The partnership contributed to a fun, family-friendly evening promoting wellness, education, and community connection.

Funding supported a Neighbor Night Bike Ride—coinciding with NWA Gives Day—as a way to encourage community members to try biking in a fun, welcoming environment. The event featured multiple ride levels, free bike rentals for those without access, and a shared dinner at the Bentonville location to build connection. The grant helped cover bike rental costs and food, making the experience accessible and inclusive for all neighbors.

Funding supported Airship Coffee’s "Will Walk for Coffee" initiative in partnership with Bentonville Moves, offering free coffee on Fridays throughout February to individuals who walked or biked to the café. The program promoted active transportation while encouraging community connection and healthy habits. Airship also leveraged the campaign to boost engagement with their coffee subscription service through a creative follow-up offer tied to newsletter signups.

This project funded the purchase and installation of a solar LED crosswalk sign and 250 concrete poles to enhance pedestrian safety. Materials were ordered through Emedco and will be installed following delivery, starting with site prep and pole placement. The project aims to improve visibility and walkability in the area through thoughtful infrastructure upgrades.

Supported the creation of a free take-home library focused on active transportation and multimodal urbanism, featuring an initial order of two copies each of 18 curated titles. The shelf includes informational signage and a QR code linking to the Bentonville Moves Coalition website, helping connect readers to additional resources. Remaining funds will be used to replenish stock and add relevant new releases as interest grows.

Designed to create a more inviting and sustainable environment for cyclists. By incorporating native plant landscaping, the project strengthens the connection between The Bike Inn and the cycling community. This effort enhances both the visual appeal and the sense of place for riders visiting or passing through.