What bars participate in CHEERS?
Click here for a list of participating establishments

Do I have to be 21 to get free non-alcoholic drinks?
No. A designated driver is anyone who agrees to remain sober, in order to be able to drive others home safely. As long as you are old enough to drive and are old enough to be allowed in the establishment, you can participate in CHEERS.

Will you pick me up if I can’t drive home?
No, sorry. The CHEERS program cannot pick you up. If you need a safe ride home, please call a friend or call a taxi. If you are a student at the University of Missouri, you can call STRIPES at (573.442.9672).

What if an establishment doesn’t give me my drink for free?
Please call our CHEERS State Coordinator, Jessica Schlosser at 573.882.9335. She greatly appreciates your feedback and will contact the establishment.

What’s the difference between the University of Missouri’s STRIPES program and CHEERS?
STRIPES is a student-run organization on campus. Their number is on the blue CHEERS cards. They operate Wednesday-Saturday and will pick you up if you need a ride.
CHEERS is a Missouri-wide program that coordinates free drinks for designated drivers at area establishments.

Can I get alcoholic drinks for free?
No – sorry! This program is to reward the designated sober driver. Although you may not feel intoxicated after one or two drinks, we define the designated driver as someone who has consumed no alcohol.