The EASTGATE Rideshare Program was established in 1990 in order to reduce traffic congestion, air pollution, and utilize natural resources more efficiently through the use of carpools, vanpools, and public transit. Rideshare operates as an information service by providing computer-generated matches to commuters that live and work near each other and are interested in ride sharing. The program is free to anyone living or working in the Ohio Rideshare service area, which comprises 13 counties in Northeast Ohio
EASTGATE Rideshare also offers a Guaranteed Ride Home Program (GRH) to all members of the Rideshare database. GRH acts as an "assurance policy" by reimbursing commuters having to leave work unexpectedly 80% (or a maximum of $60.00) of the costs associated with finding an alternative way home (taxi, bus, rental car, etc.). To become a member of the EASTGATE Rideshare program, simply call (330) 779-3800 or 1-800-825-RIDE.
