The Low-Income Fare is Easy (LIFE) program provides fare subsidy coupons to eligible riders who purchase daily, weekly, or monthly Metro and EZ transit passes from participating Metro and transit agency Pass Sales Outlets.
The following transit agencies participate in the LIFE Program: AVTA, Big Blue Bus, Culver City Bus Lines, Torrance Transit, LADOT, Santa Clarita Transit, Foothill Transit, Long Beach Transit, Montebello Bus Lines and Norwalk Transit.
The subsidy coupon booklets are issued to eligible riders and are accepted at participating pass sales locations. The coupons are valid for a single use and must be submitted at the time of purchase to Metro or participating transit systems Pass Sales Outlets to receive a reduction equal to coupon value.

Distribution times at El Centro de Ayuda for LIFE Program:
Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, we are currently distributing LIFE Program vouchers by appointment only. To make an appointment please contact Stephanie Ayala at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Documents to Bring for Assistance:

1. Current Form of ID (ie. Driver License, School ID, passport)
2. Current Proof of Residency (ie. utility bill, phone bill)
3. Current Proof of Income (ie. check stub or cash earnings)
4. TAP Card for each family member receiving coupon

 Subsidy Values:

To find out more information or other locations providing LIFE coupon assistance please visit:
https://www.metro.net/projects/life/