A Salute to Michigan’s UberMilitary Partners
Today, we express our gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country and thank them for their partnership.
In Michigan, there are over 400 past and present military members that now also partner with Uber. Service members are known for their dedication and work ethic. Our UberMilitary partners have carried on that reputation completing over 124,000 trips in Michigan with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5. We would like to spotlight a few of our top UberMilitary partners and thank them for their service.
Service: United States Army (1996-Present)
Uber Partner Since: September 2015 (both of them!)
Fun Fact: They love to travel! They also consider themselves twin flames as they can finish each other’s sentences.
Why They Drive: Chuck and Gayla are a military family. As parents of 5 adult children and one grandson, they partnered with Uber for some extra spending money. They both agreed to drive long enough to make enought for a vacation, but now are sticking with Uber because they enjoy meeting new people and the flexibility.
Service: United States Navy (1994-1998)
Uber Partner Since: September 2013
Fun Fact: Mother of four
Why She Drives: As a mom with a busy schedule, Tomiko is always driving. With the flexibility of Uber, she can make some extra money to ensure her kids can stay involved in their different extracurricular activities (such as Boy Scouts, orchestra and volunteering at the Humane Society).
Service: United States Army Reserve (1971-1977)
Uber Partner Since: July 2013
Fun Fact: Serious golfer
Why He Drives: Tom is a retired executive who had some time on his hands and a serious interest in learning all about Uber. Tom wanted to find a job to help others and saw Uber as a way to do so while also making some extra spending money for things like golf.
Uber is proud to partner with many men and women who served our country. Nationally, Uber will be donating 10,000 rides ($125,000) to Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program. Additionally, we have pledged to create earning opportunities for over 50,000 members of the military community through our UberMilitary Program.