New Growth Transit

Get Back on the Road

Need a ride? We can help!

Call the office Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

No fixed routes for residents of eligible counties! Rides are provided to where YOU need to go. Schedule appointments locally or in a nearby community, including Springfield, Bolivar, Columbia, Kansas City, Joplin, and St. Louis.

Rides are provided/scheduled based on driver availability and must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance.

Call 417-283-7991 to schedule a ride for any of the following:

Medical Appointments

Employment

Physical Therapy

Banking & Pharmacy

Local Shopping

And other essential personal business!

Connecting the State

Serving West Central Missouri Counties

New Growth Transit, an affiliate of West Central Missouri Community Action Agency, provides a volunteer driver network that offers rides to residents throughout the region. The New Growth Transit provides rides to residents of Bates, Benton, Camden, Cass, Cedar, Dallas, Henry, Hickory, Laclede, Morgan, Miller, Polk, St. Clair, and Vernon Counties. Plans for expansion to other parts of the state are currently under consideration.

Support Your Community

Volunteer Drivers Needed!

Our volunteer drivers help their neighbors and their community! They use their personal vehicle and choose when to donate their time. If you are interested in volunteering please click the Apply Now button to download and print an application.

After completing your application, mail it to New Growth Transit, 112 West 4th, Appleton City, Missouri 64724 or drop it off at the Transportation Office at 508 North Main, El Dorado Springs, Missouri 64744.

Call us at 417-283-7991 or email transportation@wcmcaa.org to learn more.

Use your personal vehicle

Choose when to donate your time

Your choice of trips/destinations

Receive reimbursement at the Federally approved rate of $0.67/mile

No special license is required

A Ride to Work: Supporting Independence

A Ride to Work: Supporting Independence

Meet Dustin, a 24-year-old thriving at his job at Walmart, thanks to the reliable support of New Growth Transit. His story highlights how access to dependable transportation fosters independence, eases family burdens, and creates opportunities for individuals in rural communities.
Million Miles Making News

Million Miles Making News

Our volunteer drivers' incredible milestone of one million miles of free rides in 2024 has been celebrated across multiple platforms, including a feature on KSHB Channel 41 News, an online story at KCTV 5, and local coverage in Bolivar’s Herald-Free Press. This recognition highlights the transformative impact of rural transportation and the dedication of the volunteers who make it possible.
Does $0.67 a Mile Really Cover Driver Expenses

Does $0.67 a Mile Really Cover Driver Expenses

How do the expenses add up? And why are people glad to volunteer? We break down the math and answer a few questions about being a volunteer driver for New Growth Transit.