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About Wheels for Work
The Wheels for Work program provides assistance with vehicle repairs so working families can overcome transportation barriers.
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Repair grants cover up to 25% of the private party value of the vehicle.
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The vehicle must be insured, inspected, and registered.
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Participants develop a household budget with ACCORD staff as part of the program.
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Repairs must be completed at a NYS licensed repair shop.
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A minimum of two written estimates are required; it is the participant’s responsibility to collect them.
Eligibility Requirements
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Allegany County resident
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Documented need for assistance
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Currently employed 20 or more hours/week at minimum wage OR have a verifiable letter of hire confirming employment of 20 or more hours/week. All employment and letter of hire must be verifiable.
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Driver's license does not have any points and must be clean of DUI, DWI, and DWAI for 7 years from the date of fines paid.
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Meet TANF income eligibility requirements (i.e., eligible to receive Family Assistance/SafteyNet, Medicad, SNAP/Food Stamps, HEAP, or Reduced/Free lunch benefits)
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Meet TANF household requirement that the household contain one of the following:
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A minor child under the age of 18 or under the age of 19 and attending secondary school (high school) or an equivalent level of vocational or technical training, (e.g., a BOCES program), OR
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A pregnant woman, OR
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The applicant is the non-custodial parent of a minor child.
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How to Apply
1. Download and Complete the Application
2. Return the Application
Submit your completed application:
By mail:
Wheels for Work Program Coordinator
PO Box 573
Belmont, NY 14813
By email: jstager@accordcorp.org
3. Complete an Interview
After your application is received, the Wheels for Work Program Coordinator will contact you to schedule an interview. You will need to provide:
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Proof of employment (4 most recent pay stubs) or a verifiable letter of hire
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Copy of your New York State Driver’s License
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Social Security numbers, birth dates, and documented income information for all household members
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Household expense information for budget completion
Applicants must also grant permission for ACCORD to check driving records with the DMV.
➡️ Clients must be clean of DUI, DWI, and DWAI for 7 years from the date fines were paid.