By Car Program | Lorain County Community Action Agency
Provides matching financial assistance to help low-income individuals saving money to purchase a used automobile for transportation to work or school. For every dollar individuals save the program matches it with three (3) dollars up to a total of $6,000. Financial Literacy Class offers educational tips and training in financial and consumer skills needed to purchase a car and other major purchases.
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211 Summit
Physical Address
936 Broadway Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052
Hours
By appointment only.
Voice
Fax
(440) 245-3085
fax | Administrative
Fax
(440) 457-0337
fax | HEAP Office
Application process
- Visit the website for more information and application. Applications available online at www.lccaa.net/by-car/ . - Once all documents are received they will be reviewed for eligibility. - If eligible, participant must complete financial literacy class requirements before becoming eligible for matching financial assistance. - Further information to complete the program will be given at that time NOTE: Program demand is high with limited funding. Participants can realistically expect to several months from inquiry to completion of all program requirements.
Fee
No fee.
Eligibility
- Serves Lorain County residents age 18 or older with household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. - Must be employed, participating in a verifiable job search or enrolled in school. - Must complete a financial literacy class. - Must agree to complete the savings requirement, purchase the vehicle from a reputable dealership, and commit to owning the vehicle for no less than six (6) months. - Participants may use this service one time. NOTE: No one in the household can own a vehicle.
Languages
None.
Service area
Lorain County, Ohio
Agency info
Lorain County Community Action Agency
Works to eliminate the causes of poverty and improve the overall quality of life for citizens of Lorain County. Services include Head Start, Pathways Hub, Home Energy Assistance Program, and Produce Center.