Testimonials from
accross the city
“I’m a young single mother, and this Opportunity Pass [has] helped me get my son to and from school, it’s helped me get him to doctor's appointments, and it’s also a good experience for my son to be outside.”
Opportunity Pass User
“I use transit more often since getting the Opportunity Pass because it removes the financial barrier of paying for each ride, making it easier to get to work, school, and other activities around the city without worrying about bus fare.”
Opportunity Pass User
“It is very difficult to stand for 30 minutes waiting for the bus in the hot sun or rain. I ride every day, twice a day, to go to church.”
Senior Rider
“The Opportunity Pass means a lot to me because I've seen firsthand how transportation can either open doors for young people or completely shut them.”
Youth Service Provider
“I've worked with youth who had the motivation, talent, and drive to reach their goals but struggled simply because they couldn't get where they needed to go.”
Youth Service Provider
"To me, transportation supports dreams. Whether a young person wants to get to school, a job, an internship, a training program, or even just explore new opportunities, they need a way to get there. The Opportunity Pass gives youth freedom, independence, and access to experiences that can change the course of their lives.”
Sierra, Opportunity Youth & Transit Ambassador
“Sustained funding for the Opportunity Pass program is crucial to set the young people of New Orleans up for success. It has become a trusted safety net to many, allowing them to make their way to education, employment, friends and family, joy, and more: to build their futures no matter their financial situation. Furthermore, youth have reported feeling more supported, engaged, and connected to their city, encouraging them to spend their lives here rather than elsewhere. I hope that this resource is available long into the future to continue being a fixture in the lives of the young people of New Orleans, removing the financial barrier of getting from place to place, and providing a springboard to accessing opportunity.”
Sam, RIDE Youth Programs Coordinator
“For those of us in the hospitality and service industries, one missed bus can mean losing your job. Ride New Orleans advocates on behalf of riders, giving us a voice in the decision-making process, and an opportunity to create a more equitable and reliable transit system.”
Transit rider and hospitality worker
“Public transportation is a human right. It is a service that requires more funding, it doesn't have to generate lots of income. It is humiliating to wait in the elements for an unreliable line. It is dehumanizing to pack together like sardines... We live and love the city; love us back.”
Opportunity Pass user
Submit a testimonial about your rider experience in New Orleans.
Testimonials from
accross the city
Submit a testimonial about your rider experience in New Orleans.
“I’m a young single mother, and this Opportunity Pass [has] helped me get my son to and from school, it’s helped me get him to doctor's appointments, and it’s also a good experience for my son to be outside.”
Opportunity Pass User
“I use transit more often since getting the Opportunity Pass because it removes the financial barrier of paying for each ride, making it easier to get to work, school, and other activities around the city without worrying about bus fare.”
Opportunity Pass User
“It is very difficult to stand for 30 minutes waiting for the bus in the hot sun or rain. I ride every day, twice a day, to go to church.”
Senior Rider
“The Opportunity Pass means a lot to me because I've seen firsthand how transportation can either open doors for young people or completely shut them.”
Youth Service Provider
“I've worked with youth who had the motivation, talent, and drive to reach their goals but struggled simply because they couldn't get where they needed to go.”
Youth Service Provider
"To me, transportation supports dreams. Whether a young person wants to get to school, a job, an internship, a training program, or even just explore new opportunities, they need a way to get there. The Opportunity Pass gives youth freedom, independence, and access to experiences that can change the course of their lives.”
Sierra, Opportunity Youth & Transit Ambassador
“Sustained funding for the Opportunity Pass program is crucial to set the young people of New Orleans up for success. It has become a trusted safety net to many, allowing them to make their way to education, employment, friends and family, joy, and more: to build their futures no matter their financial situation. Furthermore, youth have reported feeling more supported, engaged, and connected to their city, encouraging them to spend their lives here rather than elsewhere. I hope that this resource is available long into the future to continue being a fixture in the lives of the young people of New Orleans, removing the financial barrier of getting from place to place, and providing a springboard to accessing opportunity.”
Sam, RIDE Youth Programs Coordinator
“For those of us in the hospitality and service industries, one missed bus can mean losing your job. Ride New Orleans advocates on behalf of riders, giving us a voice in the decision-making process, and an opportunity to create a more equitable and reliable transit system.”
Transit rider and hospitality worker
“Public transportation is a human right. It is a service that requires more funding, it doesn't have to generate lots of income. It is humiliating to wait in the elements for an unreliable line. It is dehumanizing to pack together like sardines... We live and love the city; love us back.”
Opportunity Pass user
