Category: RideFinders News

Has your daily commute gone from solo drives to something more exciting, sustainable, and community-friendly? Whether you’ve swapped solo cruising for carpooling, vanpooling, biking, or taking transit—we want to hear from YOU! Tell us your “commute glow-up” story and how making a small change has made a big difference. Did you find new friends in…

On September 17, 2024, the GRTC Board of Directors announced that Cherika Ruffin was selected as the next Executive Director of RideFinders. Cherika was appointed interim director 10 months ago and has excelled in the position since then. In less than a year, she made moves to strengthen relationships with the Tri-Cities region and Crater…

Weekends are perfect for sharing a ride and some fun!  Take a look at our weekend carpool starter kit to make your weekend plans even better! Weekend Plan Tracker – Use an app or a group chat to sync up everyone’s schedules. Whether it’s brunch, a hike, or hitting the farmers’ market, plan it together! Activity Gear Bag –…

Our BinGO Green Activity Card is BACK! It’s a bingo-style card filled with eco-friendly activities and challenges. Simply print the card, participate in the activities, and submit your completed activity card (minimum of 5 items) to us at rideshare@ridefinders.com or take a picture and post it to either Facebook (stories included), Instagram (stories included), LinkedIn, or X – formerly Twitter (make sure to tag us) for…

Get in the ‘pool! VanPOOL that is. Join a vanpool today. We’re looking for vanpool riders for the following routes: For inquiries and more information on these vanpools, contact Brigitte Carter at 804-474-9904 or brigitte.carter@ridefinders.com. For inquiries or more information about these vanpools, contact John O’Keeffe at 804-474-9903 or john.okeeffe@ridefinders.com.

Recently, RideFinders won two awards from the Richmond Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The first was an Award of Excellence (Capital Award – recognizes outstanding public relations tactics) in the Social Media: Organic category for the “Second Annual Caring Commutes Challenge” and the second was an Award of Merit (Commonwealth Award…

Recently, YOUR Team RideFinders was honored to receive two awards during the Virginia Transit Association’s Awards Luncheon at the 2024 Annual Conference & Bus Expo. Congratulations to John O’Keeffe for being recognized with the Unsung Hero Award for Transportation Demand Management (TDM) and to the team for winning the Outstanding Transit Marketing Award (TDM) for the Be…

Recently, our Account Executive, Brigitte, and our Interim Executive Director, Cherika, were out and about in the Powhatan community spreading the word about the LINK Powhatan Microtransit Zone! From apartments to the library to retail locations, we were able to connect with the community about how they can take advantage of this convenient and affordable…

Ever wanted to name a digital newsletter? Well, here’s your chance to unleash your creativity! Aside from becoming famous, we’ll reward you with an awesome prize for your win. You’ll also be featured on our website and inside our newsletter! We look forward to your submission(s)! How to Enter: Submit your creative recommendation via our x…

In the town with Team RideFinders at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the LINK Powhatan Microtransit Zone on May 6, 2024! From shopping to work to medical appointments, microtransit provides an important mobility and connectivity on-demand service for the community. Representatives from Powhatan County, the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, GRTC as well as members of the…