Support Bella's Dream: Bikes & Brews Café

Help Us Launch Bikes & Brews — A Coffeehouse for Riders & Locals

Hi, I’m Bella—a rider, former Starbucks barista, proud Latina businesswoman, and the heart behind Bikes & Brews, a new kind of café coming to the Pacific Northwest; a coffeehouse built from both passion and pain.

In 2023, I was in a serious motorcycle accident that uprooted my entire life. The recovery was long, lonely, and humbling—but it also gave me clarity. I missed the community. I missed the ride. I missed having a space that felt like it was made for us—somewhere I could just be, without pressure to drink or pretend I was okay when I wasn’t.

Out of that experience, Bikes & Brews was born.

This isn’t just another coffee shop. It’s a third space—A place where motorcycle culture meets cozy comfort, and everyone is welcome (yes, even if you don’t ride).

• Helmet hooks at the door—because the ride doesn’t end at the entrance

• Yacht rock and classic tunes—because it should feel like coffee with your dad in the garage

• Real mugs, comfy couches, firepits, hammocks, and warmth in every corner

• A place to show up, hang your gear, and feel part of something again

I’m building Bikes & Brews for:

The early risers grabbing a handcrafted coffee before a ride and the night owls who need a pick-me-up.

We’ll host bike nights, group rides, movie nights, and charity events—all built around community. Everyone is welcome here, from veterans and sober riders to first-time visitors and locals just looking for a place to relax.

But I need your help to get the doors open.

Your donation will help fund:

• Espresso equipment and coffee supplies

• Cozy furniture and design touches (yes, including helmet hooks!)

• Outdoor firepits, hammocks, and patio space

• Licensing, permits, and start-up costs

• Support for local vendors, bakers, and roasters

Bikes & Brews isn’t just my dream—it’s for all of us looking for a space that feels like home between the ride and the road ahead.

If you’ve ever wanted to help a woman-owned, Hispanic-owned small business get off the ground—this is your chance.

This isn’t just about coffee. It’s about belonging again. It’s about giving back to the community that supported me when I was at my lowest. And it’s about proving that even after you go down, you can come back stronger—and bring others with you.

Thank you for helping me rebuild. Thank you for believing in me, the journey, and my dream.

Gabriella Ledesma

Founder, Bikes & Brews