Minneapolis, Minnesota - SPIRE recently announced its partnership with HOURCAR, an independent, nonprofit carshare organization. Car sharing complements other forms of transportation such as walking, biking, transit and taxicabs.  An access hub is now available at SPIRE’s Minneapolis location. 

HOURCAR gives people in the Twin Cities region a tool to minimize car travel, resulting in cleaner air and fewer greenhouse gas emissions. HOURCAR is also committed to increasing transportation and car-sharing access to everyone in the Twin Cities, especially in underserved communities.

“Our Minneapolis branch is in the heart of Prospect Park, which is amidst redevelopment and revitalization,” says Grace Jones, SPIRE’s Minneapolis Branch Manager, “We’re proud to be able to contribute to the area’s efforts to be environmentally friendly.”

About SPIRE Credit Union: A full-service financial institution, proudly serving Minnesota and Wisconsin residents since 1934. SPIRE is committed to providing smart products, great rates and excellent service with a goal to improve the financial lives for both personal and business members. SPIRE has 18 branches across the metro and throughout northern Minnesota.  For more information, please visit www.myspire.com.

About HOURCAR: HOURCAR delivers affordable, accessible, and sustainable shared mobility choices. HOURCAR is the Twin Cities’ original nonprofit carsharing company, and has been serving the area since 2005. Originally a program of the Neighborhood Energy Connection, HOURCAR became an independent, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in June of 2017. To learn more about HOURCAR, please visit www.hourcar.org.