Get a Lyft to the polls

Lyft Partners with the National Federation of the Blind of Tennessee To Get Out the Vote

By Christina Clift
Election Day is right around the corner! I am excited to announce that the National Federation of the Blind of Tennessee will be participating in helping blind Tennesseans get to the polls on November 6, 2018 to cast their vote in this important election.  This year, we are excited to be partnering with Lyft to make sure people who need it have transportation to their polling place.

In case you are not familiar with Lyft, it is a service that provides rides on demand, similar to taxis but usually cheaper. Lyft vehicles are operated by drivers who wish to make extra money using their own vehicles. Lyft vehicles may therefore not have wheelchair access. Lyft drivers are, however, required to accept riders with guide dogs or service animals.

The National Federation of the Blind of Tennessee has 50-100 Lyft promo codes available for blind Tennesseans who could use this assistance. Each promo code is worth $15. Please only ask for a code if you plan to vote on Election Day and will use the code for that purpose. Please also keep in mind that this offer was developed primarily for people who might otherwise not be able to get to their polling place. 

If you request a code and you don’t already have the Lyft app, you will need to download it on your smartphone or other device. You will find instructions for setting up the app and requesting a ride below.

Please let me know by November 1, 2018 if you would like one of the promo codes. They will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.  Please send an e-mail to president@nfbtn.org with your request and what barriers make it difficult for you to get to the polls.