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By Car Program | Lorain County Community Action Agency

936 Broadway Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052

Barrier Free Restrooms|Designated Parking|Full Wheelchair Access|No Stairs in Service Delivery Areas|Wheelchair Accessible Building (no stairs & entrance door).

- 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.
Must complete application and provide supporting documentation,such as: - Valid driver’s license for participant. - Social Security card or birth certificate for all household members. - Proof of income for the last 30 days for participant. - Participant must be insurable. Vehicle insurance will be required.
By appointment only.
(440) 457-0375

Voice - voice | Pathways Hub

(440) 245-3085

Fax - fax | Administrative

(888) 245-2009

Voice - voice | Toll-Free

(440) 245-1870

Voice - voice | Questions about an existing HEAP application

(440) 204-3153

Voice - voice | Bobby Taylor, Director of Planning and Grantsmanship

(440) 204-3179

Voice - voice | Community Connections program

(440) 457-0337

Fax - fax | HEAP Office

https://www.lccaa.net/by-car/
[email protected]

None.

- 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.

No fee.

Lorain County, Ohio

Description

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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Providing organization

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.