Ria Patel Foundation

10/16/2024

What would you do to protect the ones you love?

10/15/2024

Holiday season is starting soon. Remember to stay safe on the roads.

The Ria Patel Foundation is a nonprofit organization inspired by the life of Ria Patel. We aim to raise awareness against distracted & drunk driving.

12/11/2023

This holiday season - don't be part of the 34%. Don't Drink and Drive. Think before you Drink and Drive. Put those keys aways.

The Ria Patel Foundation is a nonprofit organization inspired by the life of Ria Patel. We aim to raise awareness against distracted & drunk driving.

11/23/2023

Enjoy the festive flavors, but ensure a sober drive. Don't mix drinking and driving.

The Ria Patel Foundation is a nonprofit organization inspired by the life of Ria Patel. We aim to raise awareness against distracted & drunk driving.

03/24/2023

Put your phone away whilst driving.

03/14/2023

Making your St. Patrick’s Day plans? Celebrate responsibly and get a free ride! On Friday , March 17 Metro Transit customers can ride free from 6 p.m. to end of service on all Metro Transit routes – buses and light rail. No fare, no coupons; simply hop on and take a seat for free. Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) is also participating!

PLEASE NOTE: METRO Blue and Green line service ends at 11:30 p.m. Check your route’s schedule for late-night service.

Whether you’ll be out celebrating or you’re not interested in driving alongside those who are, riding Metro Transit is an easy, safe alternative.

Miller Free Rides is a community service program in partnership with Metro Transit, Miller Lite, MVTA and J.J. Taylor Distributing Company.

*MillerCoors reimburses Metro Transit for the rides during these promotional events*

Learn more at 1-800-FREE-RIDES

Full details at metrotransit.org/miller-free-rides-arrive-on-march-17

02/22/2023

We are proud to sponsor the Jazba Entertainment intercollegiate dance performance. Key message to all the college students :
If you’re driving put that phone down.
If you’re drinking put those keys away.

09/02/2022

Labor Day usually means the end of summer.

Don’t let the end of summer be a bummer!

Always plan for a safe and sober ride.

Our Mission:It is our mission to educate the community and inspire others to reduce the risk of distracted & drunk driving About The Ria Patel Foundation was created in 2017 in memory of Ria who lost her life in a car incident involving a distracted and drunk driver. We aim to raise awareness agains...

05/02/2022

Pay attention whilst driving. Drivers on cell phones see just a fraction of their driving environment.

04/02/2022

This April for Distracted Driving Awareness Month, help make our roads safer for us all and take the Safety Council Pledge to drive distraction-free: https://www.nsc.org/pledge

03/30/2022

Have a safe fun Spring Break!

03/11/2022

Just one drink ……