Officials in Chicago say that thousands of gas and transit cards have been given out as part of a $12.5 million program, but thousands have yet to be given away in future lotteries.
Chicago Moves, an assistance program dedicated to providing financial relief amid escalating inflation and fuel prices in the U.S., is aiming to give gift cards for free gas or public transit access to city residents in need of transportation assistance.
According to Mayor Lori Lightfoot, approximately 10,000 gas cards have already been distributed, or are awaiting pickup at City Hall. Another 25,000 transit cards and 10,000 gas cards will soon be given out as well.
“The robust response to our Chicago Moves program demonstrates the vast need for this kind of assistance,” Lightfoot said. “People are experiencing economic hardship due to the skyrocketing inflation and cost of gas, but the city is committed to providing continued financial relief to combat these challenging times.”
More than 90,000 Chicago residents have submitted applications for the program, but applications are still open.
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