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.

Eligibility
You’re eligible for CAP-HC’s Vehicle Repair Assistance Program if you meet the following requirements:
- You live in Hennepin County.
- You’re employed or are looking for employment.
- You have a Social Security card.
- You have a valid Minnesota driver’s license.
- You have current car insurance.
- You have proof of ownership of the vehicle in need of repair.
- Your car is less than 20 years old.
- 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 Size | Maximum 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 |
Get Started
To get Vehicle Repair Assistance, you need to complete an application and submit all required documentation to determine if you’re eligible.
Ready to apply for Vehicle Repair Assistance? Here’s how to get started:
Fill out an application
Download an Application
You can download an application using the button below.
Pick Up an Application in Person
Pick up an application at one of CAP-HC’s offices during office hours.
Collect Required Documents
Provide Proof of the Following:
- The last 30 days of income for all adults in the household, including wages, public benefits, social security, child support, etc. If you haven’t received income in the last 30 days, complete the Verification of Zero Income form on page 7 of the application packet.
- Your household size. Examples include a lease listing all household members, current tax return, or a benefits statement.
- Your Hennepin County address. Examples include a utility bill, benefits statement, or current tax return.
- Ownership of your car. Examples include car title and tab renewal receipt.
Provide a Copy of the Following:
- A valid Minnesota driver’s license. We can’t accept driver’s licenses from other states.
- Current auto insurance for the vehicle in need of repair.
- Your Social Security card.
- Financial Wellness training certificate(s) showing that you have completed 8 hours of training within the last 12 months.
Submit your Application

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.