RTS Community Bus Program

The City of Gainesville Regional Transit System (RTS) is offering the opportunity for non-profit organizations to apply for the RTS Community Bus Pass Program (referred to as ‘the program’). The program allows qualified non-profit organizations serving the City of Gainesville community to apply to participate in a Buy-One-Get-One (BOGO) offer for full fare monthly or daily passes, up to a $500 limit per fiscal year.

Please note that the City of Gainesville and Alachua County have partnered to continue the Age Based Fare-Free Transit Program for FY24 (through September 2024) for those age 18 years and under, or age 65 years and older – if this is a portion of your clientele, please plan accordingly as they will not need passes during the program (visit www.go-rts.com for details).

Please see the attached program application packet for details on the program eligibility and requirements. To apply, organizations must complete the program application and submit all requested documentation by the deadline on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 5:00 PM (EST). Organizations are strongly encouraged to submit an email address to remain on the contact list even if you do not apply for the program this fiscal year. Any applications received after this time will not be accepted.

If you have any questions or concerns, then you may contact Kimberly Sweigard at sweigardka@gainesvillefl.gov or (352) 393-7852.  We look forward to helping our City’s organizations and those in need of transportation services through this program.

Click the link below to download the application.