Giving gas money

I have a coworker that sometimes drives me to work once a week. She offered to do it which is nice but I would like to give her gas money. She doesn't go.out of her way to get me since my house is on her way to work and it is a 10 minute drive. If anything, I am inconviencing myself since going with her means I am the one who has to ger up earlier than neccessary and get there super early.

I don't mind though since I am an early bird. I just want to give her gas money so she doesn't feel used. I know how it works. The reason with this is due to past experiences. I know she says she is okay with it now but eventually she will get tired of it and may start getting mad. It has happened in the past with other people.

I have been on both ends, although I am the one usually getting annoyed with always giving without reciprication so I know how it feels to feel used. So in order for her to not get mad, I want to give her gas money beforehand. I want to be proactive. So how much do you think is appropriate? I was thinking around 10 dollars since it is not all the time and not a far trip.

Should I still offer more money or is 10 dollars appropriate? What do you guys think? How much do you give people gas money? I don't drive and sometimes I need one from someone outside my family. How do you decide how much to pay?

Well, idk.. how much is the gasoline there where you live? I think that amount should be enough to repay her.

Yes, give her whatever amount of gas money you feel is appropriate, and tell her that you appreciate her taking the time to give you ride. I agree about always being on the giving end. It gets old when people come to expect it.

Exactly. It gets very old.

The amount I would give depends on how far it is. Are you thinking $10 per week? per month?

to offer to pay towards the fuel/gas is very decent of you. Your friend will most probably decline on your offer! BUT at least you did make the offer!

Take care..............

Maybe per month but maybe I will do more since it is once a week and is a ten minute drive from our street since we live off the same road, to work.

Per month....$10 doesn't seem quite enough to me. I'd say that if you're paying her once per month, the amount should be $15, or even $20.

Okay that is what I will do. I just figured it is best to be proactive about it.

Thank you.

If she declined it would be a nice idea to give her a gift card so she can treat herself to coffee or something and place it in a thank you card.

Oh good idea. If she declines then I will do that.

u can actually get gift cards from the gas station she uses, then she has to take it.........lol

Good idea.

How about this...offer to buy her coffee, treat or lunch. That way you are paying the equivelant of gas money without it being straight up gas money. Because yes at furst its no big deal but after awhile it can be bothersome.

Maybe you could just buy her lunch once a week? Then it's not gas money...she never said don't buy me lunch!

I agree with the suggestions about the gift cards and thank you notes. Maybe bring a special cupcake(s) for her...anything to show appreciation.

Sometimes, cash money can feel cold. If she doesn't want it, you can't force her to take it. I personally dislike arguing to give someone money, trying to insist, when they equally insist not to accept. I don't like arguing!

I hope all works out well, she sounds like a nice person.

If she declines the offer of money maybe say you'd like to treat her to lunch or get a small gift?

The IRS allows a deduction of 54 cents for every business mile driven, intended to represent gas and other expenses like auto registration, maintenance, etc. Figure out how many miles you are from work, do the math, and you'll have a precise number to work with, which may feel better than guessing.