The LIFE Program

Ready to go more places with Metro? Qualifying LA County residents can enjoy 20 free rides every month on Metro or a discounted pass on another participating transit agency.

Sign up for the LIFE Program now and get unlimited free rides for the first 90 days!

How It Works

  • Free pass for the first 90 days.

    Once approved, a 90-day pass for unlimited free rides will be added automatically to your TAP card and can be used on any participating transit system. Plus, you’ll be able to purchase fare products on participating transit systems at a reduced cost.

  • Get 20 free rides every month.

    After your first 90 days, you can add 20 free regional rides onto your TAP card every month by visiting Culver City City Hall, the Transportation Department Facilities, your local TAP vendor, visiting the TAP website, or calling 866.827.8646 OR riders can apply their LIFE subsidy toward the purchase of an EZ pass.

  • Save with fare capping.

    After 20 rides have been used, you can pay for each ride by adding Stored Value to your TAP card. Ride for free after three rides in one day and 11 rides in a week.

  • Helpful tip: Register your TAP card for balance protection (additional step).
  • Eligible riders include adult Regular riders, Senior/Disabled/Medicare (S/D/M), K-12 students, and College/Vocational students who are pre-qualified by a participating community-based agency. Reduced-Fare customers (i.e. S/D/M, K-12 students, and College/Vocations students) need to present a reduced-fare TAP card. Apply for a reduced-fare TAP card.

What can I buy with my LIFE subsidy?

A purchase made using your LIFE subsidy must equal or exceed the benefit's value. You can load one of the following options each month on your LIFE-registered TAP card:

LIFE Subsidy Rider Category Subsidies can be used to buy discounted passes or load a 20-Ride Regional Pass Cost of pass after subsidy
Regular Rider Regular 7-Day Pass (up to 4 per month)
30-Day Pass EZ Transit Pass OR
FREE 20-Ride Regional Pass*		 Regular 7-Day Pass - $6.00 (up to four/mo)
30-Day Pass - $24
EZ Transit Pass - $24 (base fare)
Student K-12 30-Day/Monthly Pass 30-Day Youth Pass - $10
College/Vocational 30-Day/Monthly Pass 30-Day Pass - $13
Senior/Disabled/Medicare Regular 7-Day Pass (1 per month)
S/D/M 30-Day Pass S/D/M EZ Transit Pass OR
FREE 20-Ride Regional Pass		 S/D/M 30-Day Pass - $8
S/D/M EZ Transit Pass - $8 (base fare)

*20-Ride Regional Pass can be used for travel on Culver CityBus, Metro Bus and Rail, and any other TAP-participating agency.

**College/Vocational Students, including those enrolled at Santa Monica College, UCLA, and Loyola Marymount University, may enjoy a greater discount through the purchase of a U-Pass from your school. Visit your school's website for more details.

Eligibility Guidelines

You qualify for the LIFE Program if you are currently enrolled in:

  • CalFresh
  • EBT
  • Medi-Cal
  • A reduced lunch program
  • SNAP
  • Social Security
  • Social Security Disability
  • TANF

Or if you live in LA County and your household income falls within these limits:

  • 1 person/$53,000
  • 2 people/$60,600
  • 3 people/$68,150
  • 4 people/$75,750
  • 5 people/$81,800
  • 6 people/$87,850

Children over 5 years old whose parents qualify are automatically also eligible to receive LIFE benefits.

Note: Residents of incorporated cities in Los Angeles County, K-12 students, and College/Vocational students already receiving subsidies for LA Metro transportation passes are not eligible to receive the LIFE fare benefit subsidy.

Types of Subsidies

Coupon Category Current Value
Regular Rider $24
Student K-12 $10
College/Vocational $13
Senior/Disabled/Medicare $8

 

How to Apply

 

Complete the application and gather the following required documents:

  • Valid government-issued picture identification
  • Proof of income (i.e. check stub, Medi-Cal, Lifeline, public benefit card, tax return or free/reduced lunch)
  • Valid TAP card - this becomes your LIFE-registered TAP card.
  • Email address (optional; for update purposes only)

 

Submit your completed application and required documents via:

Email

lifeinfo@iilosangeles.org

Mail

ILLA
9060 Telstar Ave, Suite 223
El Monte, CA 91731

In-person

West Los Angeles Family Source/Latino Resource Organization
 1645 Corinth Ave. #112
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(424) 293-8297

Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday 9am - 6pm; Friday 9am - 5pm (enrollment on Monday and Wednesdays only)
Note: Open to City of Los Angeles residents only.

 Venice Community Housing
200 Lincoln Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 399-4100

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (enrollment by appointment only offered from 10am - 12pm and 1pm - 4pm daily)

Where to Buy Passes

  • Load a discounted pass on your LIFE-registered TAP card at:
  • Culver City City Hall, the Transportation Department Facilities, any TAP vendor or visit the Tap website to load your fare option.
  • Any TAP vendor - Locate a TAP retailer near you.
  • Or online at the Tap website.

Request More Information

Request more information about the LIFE program online or call (323) 870-8567.

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