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VETS
RIDE
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Free Rides for Veterans of All Ages & Active Military in Uniform

"Finding ways to honor veterans that go further than Thank You"

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Vets Ride Free honors military service in more ways than just saying "Thanks."
Your donations put veterans in the driver's seat — and we handle the ride.

The Vets Ride Free Van

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Our awareness van spreads the word — real rides arrive by Uber, Lyft & local taxi.

Those Who Served

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Serving with Honor

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Veterans We Are Proud to Serve

"Showing appreciation for veterans is more than just words."

Every grandfather, father, son, wife, daughter, and friend who wore the uniform and answered the call has a story. A sacrifice. A family that waited. A life that was changed forever by the call to serve.

I started this nonprofit because I believe we owe them more than words. Providing free rides for veterans was my dream — a small but meaningful way to say thank you to those who gave so much.

It is my honor to serve those who served us.

— Captain L. Czaplinski

U.S. Army 1970–71  ·  U.S. Army Reserve 1971–76

For Those Who Served

"Showing appreciation for veterans is more than just words."

★   VETS RIDE FREE   ★   GIVING BACK TO THOSE WHO GAVE   ★

Getting a Ride Is Simple

Our van spreads the mission — your ride arrives by Uber, Lyft, or local taxi.

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Call or Request Online

Call our number or fill out the request form available below. Tell us where you need to go and when.

We Confirm Your Ride

We will confirm your free ride eligibility and provide you with a prepaid debit card that can be used solely for free rides.

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We've Got You Covered

Use your card exclusively for local cab, livery, Lyft, or Uber rides!

Every Veteran. Every Age.

⭐ Veterans of All Ages

Whether you served decades ago or recently returned — if you're a veteran, you qualify. No age limit, no service era restriction.

🎖️ Active Military in Uniform

Currently serving? Present in uniform and we'll get you where you need to go — no questions asked.

🚗 Via Uber, Lyft & Taxi

We coordinate rides through trusted transportation providers so you get a reliable, comfortable ride every time.

Wherever You Need to Go

Grocery runs Doctor visits The pharmacy Church Visit family See friends The airport The train station VA appointments And more...

We've got you covered.

Veteran Founded.
Community Powered.

Vets Ride Free honors military service in more ways than just saying "Thanks."

This nonprofit, started by a service-disabled veteran, uses your donations to provide free rides to veterans and military personnel in uniform. We collaborate with Uber, Lyft, and local taxis to make it happen — at zero cost to the veteran.

We provide rides to the places that matter most:

  • To see a friend or family member
  • The grocery store or pharmacy
  • The train station or airport
  • A religious service or church
  • Doctor appointments & VA visits
  • And anywhere else life takes you

"Finding ways to honor veterans that go further than Thank You."

Veteran Founded Nonprofit · Giving Back to Those Who Gave
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Free to Veterans
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24/7
Available to Serve

Sign Up to Qualify

Fill out the form below and we'll be in touch to confirm your ride. You can also call us directly.

A copy of your DD214 or your VA Card is required for verification.

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We'll contact you within 24 hours to confirm. For urgent needs, please call us directly.

Contact Us

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Phone

(845) 325-9310

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Hours

Available 7 days a week
Please call to arrange rides

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Service Area

Hudson Valley, New York
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