community involvement

Being a Zipster isn't just about sharing cars. Our members inspire us to reach out into the community and make a difference. We're proud to be working with organizations that are setting examples around the globe.

regional partners

Earthworks

www.earthworksboston.org

Living in Boston, we can always do more to make our environment more healthy and sustainable. Our friends at Earthworks are always looking for people to volunteer their time. And if time is hard to come by, Earthworks welcomes monetary donations as well.

Urban Ecology Institute

www.urbaneco.org

Your neighborhood is just one piece of the urban ecological puzzle. Make your neighborhood better and, guess what, the rest of the city just might follow. Check out the Urban Ecology Institute where you can become a member, volunteer or donate—a whole bunch of choices to make your heart glow green in ecological bliss.

MADD Massachusetts

www.maddmass.org

Driving responsibly takes many forms, as all good Zipsters know. And as a driver, the highest form of community stewardship comes from never drinking and driving. Each year we team up with MADD Massachusetts in support of their fundraising and educational programs.

PAN MASS CHALLENGE

www.pmc.org

The nation's original bike-a-thon—the Pan Mass Challenge—has one mission: to support cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through the Jimmy Fund. Each year we get Zipcar members out there on the road to raise money.

Boston Cares

www.bostoncares.org

We've teamed up with Boston Cares, one of New England's largest volunteer organizations to help our Zipsters get involved. Boston Cares does things a little differently though; they bring people together to work in teams. And working together, sharing the load, makes life easier for us all. To get started you need to sign up for a Boston Cares orientation. Oh and being a Zipster means half off registration costs (bring that Zipcard to seal the deal.)

Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Massachusetts Affiliate

www.komenmassrace.org

Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Massachusetts Affiliate has made a promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. Working together, we can all be a part of the cure. 

New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans

www.neshv.org

The New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans (NESHV) is a substance-free, non-profit dedicated to empowering homeless veterans to address the issues leading to homelessness and unemployment. Open 24/7 and serving male and female veterans, NESHV needs the support of Zipsters like you. If you live in the Boston area, you can donate your car to the New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans as a tax-deductible contribution and receive a special bonus towards using Zipcar as your new wheels. Please see www.neshv.org for more details.

Volunteers of America of Massachusetts

www.voamass.org

Volunteers of America is a non-profit, human services provider serving the Metro-Boston area since 1931. Volunteers of America operates local programs for at-risk youths, the elderly and adults in recovery. If you live in the Boston area, you can donate your used vehicle to the Volunteers of America Enterprise Vehicle Donation Program and receive a special Zipcar Bonus! Please see www.voamass.org for details.

The Health Connector

www.mahealthconnector.org

You need health insurance. It's common sense, but the state of Massachusetts now mandates you have it. So get your butt in gear and check out The Massachusetts Health Connector. It's one-stop insurance shopping. They handle the hassles and analyses, you get the plans and prices that fit your needs and budget. Remember, there are state penalties for those that don't have insurance (ouch). Hey, if you're already covered, let your pals know about The Health Connector.

national partners

StartingBloc

www.startingbloc.org

StartingBloc is dedicated to supporting young professionals interested in using business as a tool for social change. Through their fellowship program, StartingBloc works with college students and recent grads to give them the tools to help drive social, economic, and environmental innovation throughout their careers. They partner with businesses, universities, and other organizations that set an example as a force for creating both profit and positive social change. We are proud to support StartingBloc!