Lyft Grant Fuels Access to Professional Opportunities for Digital NEST Youth

Nov 11

Lyft, the global ridesharing platform, has generously awarded Digital NEST a substantial $10,000 ride credit grant. This incredible contribution is set to be a true game-changer for Digital NEST's members and BizzNEST associates across the region.

Reliable transportation often stands as a hidden, yet significant, barrier preventing young people from accessing valuable educational and career-building opportunities. Digital NEST's core mission is to empower youth with the tech skills they need for high-demand jobs, but if they can't physically get to their centers or professional engagements, their potential is limited.

This grant from Lyft directly addresses that challenge. The ride credits, distributed in flexible denominations of $25 to $50, will cover essential travel needs for associates journeying to and from NEST centers in Watsonville, Salinas, Gilroy, Modesto, and Stockton.

These credits are more than just rides; they are tickets to opportunity. The funding will ensure young associates can more easily access a wide range of critical career opportunities, including: