Workforce Transportation Program
Removing Transportation Barriers. Strengthening Virginia's Workforce.
The Workforce Transportation Program is The Sandra D. Foundation's workforce transportation solution designed specifically for government agencies, workforce development organizations, employers, educational institutions, and community partners.Built upon the proven Ride To Work RVA operating model, WTPP helps organizations remove transportation barriers that prevent individuals from obtaining employment, maintaining employment, participating in workforce training, and achieving long-term economic stability.Transportation is one of the supportive services recognized under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) to help eligible participants engage in employment and training activities.
For many job seekers, transportation is the final barrier standing between them and employment.Individuals may be fully qualified, motivated, and ready to work, yet still struggle to:Attend job interviewsAccept employment opportunitiesArrive at work consistentlyParticipate in workforce trainingMaintain long-term employment
The Workforce Transportation Partnership Program was created to eliminate those barriers by providing dependable transportation through strategic partnerships with organizations committed to workforce success.About the Program
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The Workforce Transportation Program partners with organizations that invest in workforce participation and economic mobility.
Examples include:
Workforce Development Boards
Virginia Works
Community Colleges
Employers
Staffing Agencies
Government Agencies
Human Service Organizations
Reentry Programs
Veteran Service Organizations
Nonprofit Organizations
Whether an organization serves 20 participants or 2,000, our program can be tailored to meet workforce transportation needs.
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Transportation may be provided for approved workforce related activities including:
Employment interviews
First day of work
Transportation to and from work
Workforce orientation
Workforce training
Apprenticeships
Certification programs
Career coaching appointments
Employment related meetings
Other approved workforce activities identified by the partnering organization
Each partnership is customized according to the organization's goals and funding requirements.
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The Workforce Transportation Program is powered by the Ride To Work RVA operating model.
Current operational performance includes:
Approximately 315 workforce trips each week
98% on-time performance
98% ride completion rate
Approximately 15 active drivers
Commercial insurance
Dedicated dispatcher
Established operating procedures
Positive rider and driver satisfaction
Rather than creating a new transportation system, organizations gain access to a transportation model already operating successfully in the Richmond region.
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Partners receive detailed monthly reports designed to measure both transportation activity and workforce outcomes.
Reports may include:
Transportation Performance
Trips completed
On-time performance
Ride completion rate
Participants served
Average trip distance
Workforce Outcomes
Interviews attended
Employment starts supported
Workforce training attendance
Employment retention
Transportation barriers resolved
Program Performance
Utilization rates
Customer satisfaction
Success stories
Program recommendations
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Every partnership is supported by our proprietary transportation management platform.
Our technology provides:
Driver scheduling
Trip assignments
GPS trip tracking
Pickup and drop-off verification
Dispatcher coordination
Real-time communication
Trip reporting
Automated payroll
Invoice generation
Performance analytics
This technology provides funding partners with transparency, accountability, and accurate program reporting.
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The Sandra D. Foundation offers more than transportation.
We provide a comprehensive workforce transportation management program that includes:
✓ Professional dispatch services
✓ Experienced transportation coordination
✓ Established operating procedures
✓ Commercial insurance
✓ Proven operational systems
✓ Performance reporting
✓ Technology-driven accountability
✓ Reliable customer service
✓ Workforce-focused approach
Our goal is not simply to move people from one location to another.
Our goal is to help organizations remove transportation barriers so participants can achieve lasting employment success.
Transportation Is More Than a Ride
Our Partners
Partnership Models
Flexible Funding Options
Every organization has different operational needs. The Workforce Transportation Partnership Program offers multiple partnership structures designed to provide flexibility while maintaining accountability.Annual Transportation Capacity Partnership
Organizations reserve transportation capacity through an annual agreement.Ideal for organizations with consistent participant transportation needs.Benefits include:Predictable budgetingReserved transportation capacityDedicated program supportMonthly performance reportingCustomized service levels
Example:Up to 100 trips per weekUp to 200 trips per weekUp to 300+ trips per week
On-Demand Workforce Transportation
Organizations request transportation only when services are needed.This option is ideal for workforce providers whose transportation needs vary throughout the year.Examples include:Job interviewsEmployment start datesWorkforce trainingEmergency transportation needs
Organizations are billed only for approved transportation requests completed through the program.This flexible approach allows service providers to access dependable transportation without committing to a fixed annual transportation volume.
Let's Build Stronger Workforce Pathways Together
Whether your organization serves job seekers, students, employees, or families, transportation should never be the barrier that prevents success.The Sandra D. Foundation is committed to developing transportation partnerships that improve workforce participation, strengthen communities, and create lasting opportunities.