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Find similar grantsWheels for Work is sponsored by ACCORD (Allegany County). The Wheels for Work program provides assistance with vehicle repairs to low-income Allegany County residents, helping working families overcome transportation barriers. Repair grants cover a portion of the vehicle's private party value.
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Reliable transportation is vital for employment. Wheels for Work supports low-income Allegany County residents with essential vehicle repairs, helping families overcome barriers and stay on the road. Download the Wheels for Work Application The Wheels for Work program provides assistance with vehicle repairs so working families can overcome transportation barriers.
Repair grants cover up to 40% (2026 Program) of the private party value of the vehicle. The vehicle must be insured, inspected, and registered. Participants develop a household budget with ACCORD staff as part of the program.
Repairs must be completed at a NYS licensed repair shop. A minimum of two written estimates are required; it is the participant’s responsibility to collect them. Documented need for assistance 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. 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.
Meet TANF income eligibility requirements (i.e., eligible to receive Family Assistance/SafteyNet, Medicad, SNAP/Food Stamps, HEAP, or Reduced/Free lunch benefits) Meet TANF household requirement that the household contain one of the following: 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 The applicant is the non-custodial parent of a minor child.
1. Download and Complete the Application 2. Return the Application Submit your completed application: Wheels for Work Program Coordinator By email: business@accordcorp.
org After your application is received, the Wheels for Work Program Coordinator will contact you to schedule an interview.
You will need to provide: Proof of employment (4 most recent pay stubs) or a verifiable letter of hire Copy of your New York State Driver’s License Social Security numbers, birth dates, and documented income information for all household members 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. Wheels for Work Application 2022 Download Still Have Questions? Let’s Get Connected!
Business & Loan Counselor (585) 268-7605, ext. 1711
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Allegany County resident, documented need for assistance, 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, driver's license cle…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to 40% of private party value (2026 Program). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Wheels for Work is funded by ACCORD (Allegany County). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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