Additional Information About Accessing JobRides
JobRide does provide wheelchair accessible transportation in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We also have access to interpretation and translation services and can provide other accommodations upon request.
For accessibility information, please contact the YW Transit Manager, Jamie at 608.257.1436 option 3.
Riders agree to pay the appropriate fare by the payment deadline. Fares will be paid by placing cash or a money order written to “YWCA Madison” in the vehicle’s drop box. Riders will not be permitted to ride if the fare is not paid. Rider fares and due dates are as follows:
Pre-scheduled One-Way Rides* | $60/month |
Pre-scheduled Roundtrip Rides* | $120/month |
One-Time Rides* | $3.00/trip |
*Price is only for within Madison Metropolitan Area (Madison, Middleton, Monona, & Fitchburg). Rides to/from other locations will be pro-rated based on mileage. If your income is over 200% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines fares will increase based on income.
Half of the monthly fares are due on the 1st and the 15th of each month or on the day of the first scheduled ride following the 1st and the 15th. One-time ride fares are due upon boarding the vehicle.
To qualify for JobRide, you must be living under 200% of the Federal Poverty Level:
2018 Federal Poverty Guidelines
Persons in Family | 200% Federal Poverty Level |
1 | $24,280 |
2 | $32,920 |
3 | $41,560 |
4 | $50,200 |
5 | $58,840 |
6 | $67,480 |
7 | $76,120 |
8 | $84,760 |
To apply for JobRide, complete the JobRide Application online.
Guaranteed Ride Home is a service that provides a ride home from work in an emergency to regular carpool, vanpool, mass transit and bicycle commuters. Once you’re enrolled in JobRide, you can register with the Rideshare, Etc. Program. You will receive a voucher good for cab fare if an emergency arises when you’re at work. More information can be found on the City’s Guaranteed Ride Home website.
JobRide provides transportation for DVR/W-2 clients going to/from employment-related activities. Please call the YW Transit Manager, Jamie Adams at 608.257.1436, option 3, to inquire about rates and request a contract.
JobRide also provides group transportation to employment & training activities. Please call the YW Transit Managers, Jamie at 608.257.1436, option 3, to inquire about rates and request a contract.
How to Apply
Click the button below to complete the application online in English, our preferred method of receiving applications.
If you would like to complete a paper application please click on one of the links below to download. Then mail, fax, or bring completed application to our office. If you need special accommodations please use the Specialized Transportation Passenger application.
Jamie Adams
YW Transit Manager
YWCA Empowerment Center
2040 S. Park Street
Madison, WI 53713
T: (608) 257-1436, option 3
F: (608) 395-2598