Goodwill Cars to Work

The Goodwill Cars to Work Transportation Assistance Program provides down payment assistance to employed Goodwill clients or employees who meet the program requirements. In addition to financial assistance, the program provides financial education and coaching, enabling our clients to learn about methods to enhance their ability to pursue opportunities and resources to build and strengthen their credit.

Participation requirements include:

• You must be at least 18 years of age.
• You must have a valid Kentucky driver’s license and social security card.
• You must be employed full-time for a minimum of 90 days at a minimum wage of $15/hour or have verifiable income from other approved sources.
• You must be in good standing with your employer with no disciplinary actions in the 30 days prior to the date of application.
• You must have stable housing for at least six months with proof of on time payments for rent and utilities.
• You must be a Goodwill Kentucky employee or be an active member of a Goodwill Kentucky Opportunity Center working with a Career Coach.
• You must complete financial literacy training offered through the program.
• You must have the ability to pay and maintain full coverage auto insurance, annual registration, and general vehicle upkeep costs, in addition to being able to pay the monthly auto loan payment.
• You must have verified savings to cover half of the vehicle down payment.
• Other restrictions apply.