COAST

Our virtual 5K is taking place this Sunday!

When you register to participate in the virtual Father's Day 5K, you'll be supporting your local public transit system while making memories with your loved ones.

Remember to post a selfie of your run and tag on Facebook for a chance to win the $200 cash prize! (Kids 12 and under are entered to win a $50 cash prize.)

It's not too late to register! Sign up now: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/116848/2026-fathers-day-5k?utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demonkrg5ktg&fbclid=IwY2xjawShHpJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeM0gg3fUbL33FJ2MIFV4cxthVqpESRad5clV96p2WIN2dh5TmIluBI26kpwE_aem_H6QVo-p1OLDSh_DvXli3Pw

Looking for an easy way to add a little more “me time” to your day?

Try commuting by bus! While we handle the driving, you can relax, read, plan your day, or simply enjoy a stress-free ride to work.

A better commute might be easier than you think. Visit www.coastbus.org to explore your options and see if taking the bus is right for you. 🚍

Summer vacation is right around the corner! If you're looking for a fun local activity to do with the kids this summer, consider taking a COAST bus for a local day trip!

Here are some ideas of where you could go on the bus:
The Ridge (Rochester)
The Rochester Commons
The Dover Children's Museum
Henry Law Park (Dover)
Regal Cinemas (Newington)
South Mill Playground (Portsmouth)
One of the many libraries on our bus routes

To get help planning your day trip, use the Trip Planner tool on our website www.coastbus.org, or call or text us at 603-743-5777!

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Drop more ideas for fun summer destinations along the COAST bus route in the comments below!

Welcome to our two newest We're On The Route members, Molly’s Dover & Bonfire Coffee Bar!

There are so many places you can get to by taking a COAST bus. Learn more and plan your trip today! www.coastbus.org

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If you have a local business near a COAST bus stop, join our free marketing program at www.coastbus.org/WOTR

💡 Did You Know? Your donation to COAST goes even further than you might think.

Every $1 donated to COAST unlocks $4 in Federal grant funding that has already been awarded to us, but can’t be spent without required matching funds.

That means your generosity multiplies:

🚌 Give $10 → COAST receives another $40
🚌 Give $100 → COAST receives another $400
🚌 Give $1,000 → COAST receives another $4,000

Your support doesn’t just help fund public transportation, it helps COAST maximize critical investments that keep our community connected.

Together, we can stretch every dollar further to provide safe, reliable transportation for the people who depend on it every day.

Thank you for your support!

https://www.nhgives.org/organization/Cooperative-Alliance-For-Seacoast-Transportation

NH Gives starts at 5PM!

Please consider supporting your nonprofit public transit provider by making a donation.

Congratulations to COAST Driver, Dan, for being awarded with the 2026 Excellence in Transit Award at the New Hampshire Transit Association's Annual Conference!

Dan has been a COAST Driver for over 17 years. During his career with COAST, he's shown us what dedication, professionalism, and quiet excellence truly look like.

In a role where safety matters above all else, Dan has built a remarkable record, earning multiple safety awards for years without preventable collisions.

Dan’s impact extends far beyond the driver’s seat. Time and again, he has stepped up without hesitation - picking up extra shifts, staying late at the last minute, and doing whatever is needed to ensure our customers are not disrupted. Those acts may not always be visible to everyone, but they matter deeply, and his coworkers have recognized that through the many commendations he has received over the years.

We were thrilled to recognize Dan publicly with this years' award. Congratulations, Dan!

Staying connected matters at every age.

Access to public transportation helps older adults stay active, independent, and engaged in the communities they call home. Whether it’s getting to a doctor’s appointment, meeting friends for coffee, volunteering, shopping, or attending local events, having a reliable ride makes it easier to stay connected to the people and places that matter most.

At COAST, we’re proud to help keep our community moving - because independence and connection shouldn’t stop with age. ❤️

Learn more about how public transit can support you or a loved one at www.coastbus.org.

It's almost time for NH Gives! Mark your calendars for an exciting 24-hours of giving to all your favorite NH causes.

This year, your donation to COAST helps bring our Capital Campaign across the finish line.

Connected by COAST is an exciting capital campaign to fund our new 48,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility designed for the future of COAST. We’ve entered the public phase of the campaign and have already raised nearly 75% of our goal.

With momentum building, every contribution moves us one step closer to making this vision a reality.

Please join us in helping reach the finish line!

Learn more about our Capital Campaign at www.connectedbycoast.org

We kicked off our Friday morning with a fun video shoot, starring Brendan Madden of Service Dogs NH!

Thank you Brendan for helping us with our video project!

We can’t wait to show everyone what we’ve been working on. 🙂