The "Bike Dreams" campaign, a product of the Figgers Foundation donated $50,000 to purchase and distribute bicycles for foster and adopted youth in Florida, Georgia, and throughout the country.
As an infant, Figgers spent time in the foster care system before being adopted by his foster parents.
“We have the unique ability to change a foster child’s trajectory in life with simple acts of kindness and support," Figgers said in a released statement. "Who wouldn’t sign up to serve in this way? Our message to children and teens with this giveaway and all of our philanthropic acts is simple: ‘regardless of where you are at this moment, you matter, your life matters and you have dignity and tremendous worth."
“We have the unique experience to adopt a foster child’s trajectory in life with easy acts of charity and help. Who wouldn’t sign up to work in this process? Our advice to youngsters and teens with this giveaway and all of our charitable acts is easy: ‘despite where you are at this time, you matter, your life matters, and you have pride and great worth,” said Figgers.
To date, 200 bicycles have been distributed, and the Foundation will give away bikes each month until their warehouses are empty.
“Through partnerships like these, we can provide children with a sense of hope”