2026 Free Kid’s Bikes Giveaway with Bobby Holley’s Essay Contest

June 24th, 2026 by Anthony Smargiasso

*Update June 24th:

Thank you for joining us!
Here are some photos from the event!

To view or save HD versions, here’s the photo folder: 2026 Bike Giveaway Photos

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Bobby Holley Free Bike Essay Contest 2026

Seelye Kia Bobby Holley Free Bikes

Bobby Holley and the Church of Living Water have teamed up with Seelye Kia of Battle Creek for another Essay Contest giving away free bikes to kids!

On Saturday June 20th, from 1pm – 3pm at Seelye Kia of Battle Creek, Bobby Holley will be holding an Essay Contest for children age 7-10 or 2nd-6th Grade to win a free bike! Participating children are expected write a brief, one paragraph essay on “Why Do I Need A Bike”, describing their need and how they intend to use and enjoy their new bike.

Footage from our 2024 Event with Bobby Holley:

Who it’s For: Children ages 7 to 10 years old, or who are in 2nd to 6th Grade.

Children may register at the event. If all the bicycles are given away during this event, children who are still registered but did not receive a bicycle may be directed toward smaller events at a later date where they may possibly receive a bicycle.

What to Expect:

Arrive at Seelye Kia of Battle Creek just before 1pm, with your child and their essay. Organizers and Sponsors may have a brief message before presenting the bikes to the essay contestants, in which Bobby Holley will call on a participating child who is on the registration list to come turn in their essay. Once they’ve turned in their essay, they can go pick out a suitable bicycle (there are a couple different sizes, and selections for boys or girls) and may be asked to stay by their bicycle until the Essay portion is completed.

Tre Tyus, Carolina Panther RB

We will also be joined by our friend, NFL Carolina Panther Running Back, Tre Tyus! He will be in attendance with some Panthers swag, signings and pictures- along with some volunteers from Jeter’s Leaders to help facilitate the event!