Transportation

We understand that reliable transportation plays a critical role in all areas of life, and we are ready to support your transportation needs in a range of ways. Please note that some services may require engagement in other Love Columbia programs in order to be eligible.

Transportation Coaching

Determine your best option – meet with a coach to learn about Columbia transportation options and the cost of purchasing/maintaining a vehicle

Overcome barriers – help getting your drivers license or addressing legal issues

Purchase a car – meet with a coach to help you find and purchase a reliable car and obtain car insurance that fits your budget.

Learn car maintenance – a class to learn basic maintenance. Topics include:

  • How to monitor your vehicle’s fluids and oil

  • Handling tire maintenance

  • Understanding dash warning lights

  • How to safely jump a car battery

  • Knowing when it is time to see a mechanic

Car Repairs
Must have a valid driver’s license

Love Columbia partners with Veterans United, community donors and car repair and parts providers to offer car repairs for people who need reliable transportation to get to work. Due to limited funds available, we prioritize assisting people who are already engaged in our programs.Link to donate to car repair fund.

Car Savings Matching Fund
Must have a valid driver’s license

Love Columbia's Car Savings Matching fund was created to address the rising cost of used cars prohibiting many low-income workers from purchasing a car. Eligibility is limited to financial coaching program participants who have saved $1,000 while in the program. Once they have accomplished this, they can receive a matching grant up to $500. They may also be eligible for a $1,000 no-interest loan to go toward car purchase.

Bike to the Future

Love Columbia partners with Bike to the Future to provide bicycles, helmets and locks to individuals in Columbia who  have no means of transportation to get to work or school. Contact Love Columbia for more information on how to obtain a bike from Bike to the Future. Contact Bike to the Future directly to donate a bike.

Donated Vehicles
Must have a valid driver’s license

Love Columbia accepts donated vehicles in any condition which we repair or sell to fund the transportation program. Cars deemed reliable are given to individuals actively engaged in our programs who have no other transportation to get to work.

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Email kelliv@lovecolumbia.org to start the vehicle donation process