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Helping Those In Need After the El Paso Tragedy

Kaitlyn Carl - Aug 3, 2019
A passenger looking at their phone and waiting while their Lyft arrives with a green AMP visible in the windshield.

Lyft is heartbroken by the tragedy in El Paso today and we are committed to doing our part to help those in need. We’re activating our Wheels For All* program for local El Paso residents to get to blood donation centers and help the victims of the shooting.

Those looking to donate blood can use code ELPRELIEF19 for free transportation in El Paso. Valid for two rides, up to $15 each, to the following blood donation centers.

  • Vitalant (United Blood Services), 424 S Mesa Hills Dr, El Paso, TX 79912

  • Vitalant (United Blood Services), 1338 N Zaragoza Rd, El Paso, TX 79936

  • Mesilla Valley Mall (at the food court), 700 S Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88011

  • Abundant Living Faith Center, 1000 Valley Crest, El Paso, TX 79907

Please note that appointments are strongly encouraged at certain locations and centers may be experiencing high capacity. Check your local center for more information, including opening hours and expected wait times.

Safety is fundamental to Lyft and we will continue to monitor the situation and communicate with Lyft drivers, riders and government officials. As always, we look forward to providing rides to those who need them. 

Our hearts go out to those impacted by this tragedy.

*Wheels for All is just one part of Lyft City Works, our commitment to deploy 1% of profits or $50 million every year (whichever is greater) to make cities better places to live.