New Growth Transit
What is New Growth Transit?
New Growth Transit is a network of volunteer drivers providing free rides for residents in west central Missouri, including Bates, Benton, Cass, Cedar, Dallas, Henry, Hickory, Morgan, Polk, St. Clair, and Vernon counties.
New Growth Transit, an affiliate of West Central Missouri Community Action Agency, coordinates and provides rides for doctor appointments. With available funding some rides can be for grocery stores, employment, banking, civic events, and many other community resources.
Need a ride? We can help!
No fixed routes. Eligible riders living in our west central Missouri service counties can schedule rides to where they need to go, from local appointments to larger regional communities such as Springfield, Bolivar, Columbia, Kansas City, Joplin, and St. Louis. Eligibility is based on where the rider lives, not the destination
Rides are provided/scheduled based on driver availability and must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance.
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Call 417-283-7991 to schedule a ride. Rides are often for non-emergency medical appointments, and with available funds we can provide rides for the following:
Medical Appointments
Employment
Physical Therapy
Banking & Pharmacy
Local Shopping
And other essential personal business!
Connecting the State
Serving West Central Missouri Counties
New Growth Transit, an affiliate of West Central Missouri Community Action Agency, provides a volunteer driver network that offers rides to residents throughout the region. The New Growth Transit provides rides to residents of Bates, Benton, Cass, Cedar, Dallas, Henry, Hickory, Morgan, Polk, St. Clair, and Vernon Counties. Plans for expansion to other parts of the state are currently under consideration.
Volunteer Drivers Needed!
Our volunteer drivers help their neighbors and their community! They use their personal vehicle and choose when to donate their time.
Though many find mileage reimbursements helpful for their budget, reimbursements are NOT a paycheck. They are paid out twice a month - see link to IRS reimbursement information.
If you are interested in volunteering please click the Apply Now button for an online application. Or click HERE to print one and mail it in. Or simply give us a call.
After completing your application, mail it to New Growth Transit, 112 West 4th, Appleton City, Missouri 64724 or drop it off at the Transportation Office at 508 North Main, El Dorado Springs, Missouri 64744.
Call us at 417-283-7991 or email transportation@wcmcaa.org to learn more.
Use your personal vehicle
Choose when to donate your time
Your choice of trips/destinations
Receive reimbursement of $0.70/mile paid twice a month
No special license is required
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