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New Perks for All Shoppers

We’re excited to announce three new partnerships that provide Instacart shoppers with new perks. These perks were built with shoppers in mind, whether you’re looking to build your career with tech job training, save on an awesome vehicle warranty deal, or grow your money with the new Stride Save*.

Merit America | Flexible tech job training

Gain in-demand skills, receive 1:1 career coaching, and transition directly from coursework to the workforce with a Google Certificate and job placement support.

  • Flexible & part-time 
  • No bachelor’s degree required

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Access Merit America’s terms here.

Cuvrd | Vehicle warranty subscription

Cuvrd offers an exclusive deal on discounted vehicle warranty subscriptions. 

  • Pay monthly, cancel anytime
  • Customized shopper pricing plans

Plan availability changes throughout the year, so don’t miss out on the great offers available now. Cuvrd is not available in California or Canada.  

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Read about Cuvrd’s terms of use here.

Stride Save* | No fee savings account with 4.11% APY

Stride is offering Instacart shoppers early access to a no-fee* savings account and a chance to boost your goals with $100.

Stride Save** helps you set aside savings for health insurance, time off, emergency funds, and more. Plus, with 4.11% APY*** on all your balances, you can watch your savings grow.

  • Earn when you save – get 4.11% APY on deposits
  • Easily set savings goals for things like insurance, vacation, and long-term savings
  • Auto-pay for benefits and expenses online using your Stride Save virtual Mastercard debit card 

From now through September 4th, when you get started with a Stride Save account, you’ll be entered for a chance to win****. 50 lucky shoppers will win $100 toward their financial goals! 

Enter to win in 3 simple steps: 

  1. Open your free** Stride Save account and start earning 4.11% on all deposits
  2. Set your first savings goal
  3. Fund your goal with any amount 

Learn more>

THIS SWEEPSTAKES IS IN NO WAY SPONSORED, ENDORSED, ADMINISTERED BY, OR ASSOCIATED WITH MAPLEBEAR INC. DBA INSTACART.

*Terms apply.
Access Merit America’s Terms here. Read about Cuvrd’s terms of use here. Curvd is not available in CA or Canada.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO WIN. One entry per person. Open to individuals who have been an active Shopper with Instacart during the sweepstakes period, (2) are at least eighteen (18) years of age or the age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence, whichever is older, and (3) are legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or District of Columbia (excludes NY and FL) and (4) have received an email from Instacart  regarding the Sweepstakes. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. See Official Rules for complete terms and conditions.*No account or domestic transaction fees. Some foreign transaction fees may apply in limited circumstances.

**Stride Savings LLC is a financial technology company and is not a bank. Banking services are provided by i3 Bank, Member FDIC. The Stride Mastercard Debit Card is issued by i3 Bank pursuant to a license from Mastercard, Inc. and may be used anywhere Mastercard cards are accepted.***The interest rate on your account will be 4.03% with an Annual Percentage Yield (APY) of 4.11%, and these rates are effective as of 02/19/2024. These rates are variable and based on the target range of the Federal Funds rate and may change at any time after account opening. Certain foreign transaction fees could reduce earnings on the account.****excluding NY and FL

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