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HopSkipDrive
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
HopSkipDrive

HopSkipDrive

Series D

HopSkipDrive: A US-based rideshare service for children and older adults, specializing in school and care transport.

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Los Angeles, CA, US
Founded
2014
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Founded in 2014, HopSkipDrive is a US-based rideshare company that focuses on providing safe and reliable transportation for children and older adults. Its core mission is to ensure secure and dependable transport solutions, particularly for school-aged children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), those under the McKinney–Vento Homeless Assistance Act, and children in foster care. HopSkipDrive partners with schools, districts, and counties to offer an alternative to traditional school buses, addressing non-routine student transportation needs.

Notable affiliated people include co-founders Joanna McFarland, Janelle McGlothlin, and Carolyn Yashari Becher. The company has garnered significant investment from firms like Upfront Ventures and FirstMark Capital. Key achievements include expanding operations to 13 states and establishing partnerships with numerous school districts and counties. HopSkipDrive's impact is marked by its commitment to safety and reliability, setting a high standard for youth transportation solutions in the United States.

HopSkipDrive - Products & Services

  • HopSkipDrive Supplemental Student Transportation logo

    HopSkipDrive Supplemental Student Transportation

    HopSkipDrive provides supplemental student transportation for school districts through a network of vetted caregivers in small vehicles.

    Competing Products

    Kidcaboo logo

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inDrive logo

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HopSkipDrive - Quick Facts

Who are HopSkipDrive's competitors?

Companies similar to HopSkipDrive include Kidcaboo, GoKid, Hopp and Zum.

When was HopSkipDrive founded?

HopSkipDrive was founded in 2014.

Where is HopSkipDrive's headquarters located?

HopSkipDrive's headquarters is located in Los Angeles, CA, US.

When was HopSkipDrive's last funding round?

HopSkipDrive's most recent funding round was for $37M (USD) in September 2022.

How much has HopSkipDrive raised to-date?

As of Sep 13, 2022, HopSkipDrive has raised a total of $123.8M (USD).

How many employees does HopSkipDrive have?

HopSkipDrive has 334 employees as of Feb 5, 2024.

HopSkipDrive - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • Logistics
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
  • Small Business
Tags
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 480000Transportation and Warehousing
  • 485000Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
  • 485300Taxi and Limousine Service
  • 485310Taxi and Ridesharing Services
SIC
  • 4120Taxicabs
  • 4100Local And Suburban Transit And Interurban Highway Passenger Transportation
  • 4121Taxicabs
Show 10 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 485100Urban Transit Systems
  • 560000Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
  • 561000Administrative and Support Services
  • 485110Urban Transit Systems
SIC
  • 4700Transportation Services
  • 7300Business Services
  • 4720Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation
  • 7380Miscellaneous Business Services
  • 4729Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 7389Business Services, Not Elsewhere Classified