Better Bus Partner
Help Spread the Word About the New Bus Network!
Be a Better Bus Partner!
Metro is calling on community-based organizations, elected officials, businesses, schools, places of worship, and public agencies to join the Better Bus Partner program and help get the word out about the new bus network.
By "partnering" with a nearby bus stop and sharing printed materials in your space, you'll become a go-to hub for printed route info and trip-planning help. Plus, you'll play a vital role in keeping Metro informed about your designated stops, like when the new signs go up and if the stop needs attention.
What does it take to be a Better Bus Partner? You just need to have a space that is open to the public, and we'll bring promotional materials to you!
Better Bus Partner Registration Form
What Is the Better Bus Partner Program?
Metro needs trusted community voices-like yours! Join us as a Better Bus Partner to help your community get ready for the June 29 launch of the new bus network, where every route will be updated!
As a Better Bus Partner, you will be asked to:
- Temporarily partner with nearby bus stops by sharing printed route information at your location, turning your facility into a community hub for bus updates!
- Display and distribute printed materials about the new network in your facility.
- Monitor your stop to advise Metro when updated signs are placed and share any signage needs. We'd be grateful if you could also report any vandalism and/or maintenance needs.
- Encourage awareness of the changes through your established communication channels.
Why Partner?
Becoming a Better Bus Partner is a simple, impactful way to:
- Support your community through a major transit transition.
- Help your community plan for the June 29 network changes.
- Show community pride and promote safer, cleaner, more informed bus stops.
- Receive official Partner swag and Metro recognition!
What You'll Receive for Volunteering:
- Printed maps, flyers, posters, and yard signs delivered and restocked by us.
- Tabletop acrylic display holder to display print material.
- Premium Partner Swag Bag - Partner branded clear totes, coffee mugs, stickers, microfiber, magnets, and more!
- Recognition on Metro channels and a possible surprise visit by Metro leadership!
- Communications toolkit with prepared copy and images in English and Spanish.
- Monthly Better Bus Dispatch newsletters to stay informed about the launch.
- Dedicated support from a Metro liaison.
What's Your Commitment?
- Participate as a Partner through September 30, 2025.
- Share and display print materials in your space.
- Promote awareness on your social media, newsletter, and/or other communication channels.
- Optional - Monitor and report signage and/or maintenance issues for your partner bus stops.
Get Involved Today!
It's easy to be a Better Bus Partner:
- Better Bus Partner Registration Form
- Have questions or need more info? Please email BetterBus@wmata.com.
- Click here to download and print the Better Bus Partner fact sheet
We remain grateful to the many Partners who have supported the development of the new bus network to provide our region with the better bus service it deserves!
Learn More!
Attend the next information session May 29, 12p.m-1p.m. Register here
View a recording of the information session below. Click here for the transcript.