WHAT WE DO
BASIC NEEDS
Volunteer Driver Program
Become a Volunteer Driver for Tri-CAP
Make a Difference While Earning Extra Money
Give Back
If you love to drive and want to make a difference, join Tri-CAP as a Volunteer Driver.
Volunteer drivers provide rides using their own private vehicles or agency-owned vehicles to the residents of Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, Mille Lacs, and Morrison counties. They choose the times, days, and areas they wish to drive. Volunteer Drivers provide transportation to destinations not served by the Tri-CAP bus service. Drivers can choose from local in town rides or to destinations all across Minnesota.
Tri-CAP Volunteer Drivers provide much-needed transportation for passengers going to medical appointments, visitations and other essential needs in and around the communities of Central Minnesota using their personal vehicle and receive mileage reimbursement or by using our agency owned vehicles.
Drivers who use their own vehicles are reimbursed at the maximum Federal IRS rate and may also be eligible for some meal reimbursements. This allows drivers to earn extra spending money while making a difference in their community.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer driver, please submit the form below, or call 888-765-5597 or 320-251-1612 for more information.
Volunteer Driver Interest Form
About Volunteer Driving
Responsibilities
- Be on time
- Maintain accurate trip sheets
Qualifications
- 21 years of age
- Valid driver’s license
- Free from drugs and alcohol
- Automobile insurance
- Clean driving record
- Medical statement from physician
Benefits
- Generous mileage reimbursement (2024 .67/mile)
- Some meal reimbursement
- Covered by excess automobile and personal liability insurance
- Satisfaction from helping community members
Why Should I Volunteer?
- Volunteering provides a sense of purpose.
- Volunteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place.
- Volunteers gain professional experience and help build upon skills you already have to benefit the greater community.
- Volunteering provides vital community services for both the driver and the person needing the ride.
Current Volunteers
Medical Statement Form
Vehicle Inspection Form
From Our Drivers
“I love driving, it is so rewarding. I get to know my passengers and enjoy chatting with them. I like to see new places while helping others.”
– Ron
“It’s always a good feeling helping people in need. I like visiting with them. Passengers are usually very appreciative.”
– Art
“Volunteering is a vocation for me. I feel I am contributing to the greater good. To be a volunteer, one must have a desire to help others.”
– Ted
