The 2025 Human Services Bus Ticket Program (HSBTP) rolling request for proposals opens today, Monday, March 17 through Tuesday, September 2 at 5:00 pm. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested organizations must apply every year to be considered for this award. After completion of the contracting process, awardees will have access to discounted bus and Link lightrail tickets as early as one month from the time of application submission.  

Organizations that have already been awarded tickets in 2025 and would like additional tickets can click here to request additional bus tickets.

In Fall 2024, all agencies that applied and qualified for the initial 2025 HSBTP RFP were approved, however, only 79% of the budget was allocated so budget remains for additional awards.

Established in 1993, the rolling HSBTP RFP is open to all non-profit entities and government agencies serving people experiencing homelessness and/or low-income individuals in King County.  Awards help reduce barriers to public transportation by providing discounted King County Metro and Link Light Rail tickets. These discounted tickets help connect people to important services and supports for overall housing stability and wellness. Examples include transportation access to food and economic assistance programs, family support services, education and job training, employment, behavioral health appointments, and legal assistance. 

Join the information session to learn more about the funding opportunity

All applicants are encouraged to attend a virtual information session on Monday, March 24, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to learn more about the RFP and the application process. Email the Human Services Bus Ticket Program general inbox: HS.BusTicketProgram@kingcounty.gov to RSVP or join with the link and credentials below: 

For application guidelines and to apply, visit ZoomGrants. For any questions about the RFP process, contact the RFP Lead, Jake Janesch, at jjanesch@kingcounty.gov. 

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