Eligibility Guidelines

EMPLOYMENT:
Applicants must be working full time (at least 32 hours a week) or have a verifiable job offer to be considered and must be above poverty level (see poverty guideline standards).
INCOME:
Up to 250% above poverty level and not receiving government assistance other than:

• Unemployment Compensation
• Medicaid
• Food Stamps

STATUS:
Must be employed or unable to return to work due to transportation issues. Proof of employment required via one of the following forms:

• Employer verification
• Pay stubs (2) verifying employment
• W2 form from the previous year
• Written offer of employment on company letterhead

CATEGORIES:

• Families with Child(ren)—Single Parent (Mother or Father) or an underemployed Couple with Child(ren)
• Underemployed Working Poor who have no dependent children
• Moderate Income Families who have no liquid resources and have suffered a catastrophic incident such as:
  • abusive relationship
  • accident
  • death of spouse
  • divorce
  • fire
  • hurricane
  • illness
  • loss of income
  • youths aging out of foster care

STIPULATIONS:

• Must sign contract giving their verbal commitment to remain employed/or notification of termination (with reason).
• Must agree to pay it forward a monthly set amount, based on income and 3 service hours per month
• Must provide valid Florida driver’s license
• Must provide proof of insurance (if applicable)
• Agree to provide public testimonial (optional)
• Must complete exit survey about the impact of participation in the program
• Must attend car care class prior to receipt of vehicle

REFERRALS:
Must be referred by one of the following sources:

• Social Service Agencies
• Churches
• Employers
• Board Members

Applicants to be approved by Program Committee.