RideShift RVAMove Green.
Save Green.
Mix your commute. Unlock local deals.
RideShift RVA connects Richmonders with weekly discounts from local businesses — just for choosing the bus, a bike, or your own two feet.
The Problem
Too many Richmond commutes start and end in a single car. Traffic builds. Emissions rise. And our roads — already under constant construction — take the hit.
~75%
Drive alone
~9%
Carpool
~1.5%
Public transit
~3%
Walk / bike / scooter
These numbers reflect decades of car-centric infrastructure: abundant free parking downtown, gaps in GRTC bus coverage — especially cross-town routes — streets designed for speed rather than safety, and limited protected bike infrastructure. RideShift doesn't pretend to fix all of this. But by rewarding the Richmonders who choose alternatives despite these barriers, we shift demand signals and prove the appetite for multimodal transit exists.
The Solution
RideShift makes multimodal transit worth it. Set a weekly goal, confirm you met it, and redeem real deals at local businesses enrolled in the program — lower emissions and real savings at participating spots. Simple.
How It Works
1
Move
Take the bus, bike, scooter, walk, or combine modes — then set your weekly goal in the app
2
Confirm
Get a Sunday check-in email and confirm you met your goal with one click
3
Save
Unlock weekly deals at participating Richmond businesses
For Every Richmonder
RideShift is built for all of Richmond — every neighborhood, every zip code. Sign up with just your email and start earning rewards for the way you already get around.
For Local Businesses
Turn Richmond commuters into your regulars. List a weekly deal, attract foot traffic, and show your community you're invested in a cleaner, smarter city.
Built on Trust
No GPS. No tracking. Just your word. RideShift trusts Richmond residents to report honestly — because civic programs work best when they lower barriers instead of raising them.
RideShift runs independently — no city systems, no city budget, no city staff. Just Richmond residents and local businesses.
Participating Businesses
Local businesses already on board
$50 gift card raffle
