Vehicle Repair Assistance

Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County’s (CAP-HC’s) Vehicle Repair Assistance Program can help you repair your car so that you can maintain a safe and reliable way to get to work.

father, elementary-aged daughter, and wife driving in the car

Eligibility

You’re eligible for CAP-HC’s Vehicle Repair Assistance Program if you meet the following requirements:

  1. You live in Hennepin County.
  2. You’re employed or are looking for employment.
  3. You have a Social Security card.
  4. You have a valid Minnesota driver’s license.
  5. You have current car insurance.
  6. You have proof of ownership of the vehicle in need of repair.
  7. Your car is less than 20 years old.
  8. You have household income that is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level Income Guidelines — see table.

Have a household of 9 or more people? Call 952-933-9639 for income eligibility information.

Income Eligibility Requirements

Household SizeMaximum Monthly Gross Income*Maximum Annual Gross Income*
1$2,608.33$31,300
2$3,525.00$42,300
3$4,441.67$53,300
4$5,358.33$64,300
5$6,275.00$75,300
6$7,191.67$86,300
7$8,108.33$97,300
8$9,025.00$108,300
*Gross income — total earnings before taxes and other deductions

How to Submit Your Application

You can submit your completed application and additional documentation in one of the following ways:

Mail:

CAP-HC Vehicle Repair Program
7101 Northland Circle N, Suite 123
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428

In person:

Visit one of CAP-HC’s offices to drop off your application and documentation.

We will review your application materials and follow up with you for next steps.

Still have questions or want to have an application mailed to you? Please email us at vehiclerepair@caphennepin.org.