Metro’s Regional Travel Options program announces an expansion of their popular sponsorship program. The program has increased the total amount available to from $30,000 to $50,000, increased the maximum individual sponsorship request from $2,500 to $5,000, and expanded the types of activities funded.
Nonprofit organizations, local governments and educational institutions working within the Metro boundary to make it easier for people to walk, bike, take transit and ride share can request a sponsorship.
Previously focused solely to supporting events, the sponsorships now include opportunities to fund promotional and educational materials, transportation safety items, program incentives and light infrastructure. The program will continue to support events that focus on educating residents on walking, biking, taking transit and ridesharing opportunities in our region.
Examples of sponsored programs are:
- printing of maps or educational materials
- transportation safety tools, such as lights, helmets or bike locks
- light infrastructure, such as bike shelters, bike fix-it stations or bike parking
- Program incentives or challenge prizes
- Events that promote or educate residents about travel options ($2,500 limit)
The Regional Travel Options program provides federal transportation funds to support initiatives that improve air quality, address community health issues and reduce auto congestion through a grant program, program evaluation and marketing support. Regional Travel Options sponsorships are designed to provide ancillary support to events, initiatives and programs, and provide Metro and partners with strategic marketing or outreach opportunities.
For more information, visit the RTO sponsorship page