ChiGivesBack, Inc. to Make Transportation Available to First Responders, Essential Personnel and Low-Income Communities for Essential Services through Lyft During COVID-19

[Chicago]  -- ChiGivesBack today announced that in partnership with Lyft, it will provide access to transportation for first responders, essential personnel and low-income communities in Chicago. The partnership is part of LyftUp, Lyft’s comprehensive effort to expand transportation access to those who need it most.  In response to the COVID-19 crisis, Lyft has activated more than 500 LyftUp partners – including public health entities, local governments, nonprofits and community organizations – to provide free rides and free delivery of essential goods for vulnerable communities and critical workers.

Using a personalized code in the Lyft app, selected recipients will have access to up to $25 for rides to and from designated locations throughout Chicagoland until the credit(s) expire.

“ChiGivesBack has always been on the ground doing meaningful work and connecting our corporate partners with communities that could use additional support. That is why we are so excited to partner with Lyft around our COVID-19 Relief Fund to uplift Chicagoans who have been hit hard by the financial impacts of the coronavirus,” said Sandi Robinson, co-founder of ChiGivesBack, Inc.

“We want to increase access to transportation for those who need it, particularly to meet their essential needs during this time. By activating LyftUp, we’re able to partner with ChiGivesBack to fill mobility needs and increase access to transportation for the Chicago community,” said Elliot Darvick, Midwest Regional Director for Lyft. “We’re also grateful to all those who drive with Lyft for helping provide rides for those in need. Lyft will be supporting drivers by creating new opportunities to help them earn additional income through the Lyft app and continuously working to protect their safety.”

To make sure riders and drivers know the best ways to protect themselves and those around them, Lyft is providing continuous updates. To learn more about how else Lyft is supporting its community during this time, visit its blog.

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