Free Transit Fare Pilot Program for Foster Care Youth Now in Effect

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The free transit will be available for young adults up to age 24 who have previously been in and exited the foster care system, or are in Extended Foster Care.

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System and North County Transit District approved the PRONTO Extend pilot program in June"to provide support and improve access to opportunity for former foster youth and young adults currently in foster care as they transition into more independent living," according to a statement from the transit agencies.

"Young adults who have aged out of the foster care system face unique challenges as they enter adulthood," said Nathan Fletcher, MTS board chair and chairman of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors."Many of the transitional age youth don't have social safety nets or financial support from their families.

 

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