Car Repair

Helping Working Families Stay Mobile and Employed

A reliable vehicle can make all the difference when it comes to getting to work, caring for your family, and managing everyday responsibilities. Lift ALICE Up, a program of United Way of Southern Chester County, helps eligible low-income, employed residents of Southern Chester County cover a portion of the cost of necessary vehicle repairs.

Through the program, United Way can provide up to $500 in funding toward labor and equipment costs to repair a participant’s vehicle.

Lift ALICE Up is offered in partnership with the Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center and is made possible through the generous support of the Marshall Reynolds Foundation.

How it Works

Step 1:  Complete Eligibility Application

Step 2: Wait 48 hours for approval during business hours

We will assess your eligibility and contact you via email if you are or are not eligible. We will then contact the PA Certified Automobile Garage listed in the application.

Step 3:
Garage will complete auto repair work and provide final invoice to United Way and participant. Any amount above $500 will be the participants’ responsibility. United Way will provide the funds to the Garage directly.

Who Qualifies?

Applicants must:

  • Live in Southern Chester County (Avon Grove SD, Kennett Consolidated SD, Oxford SD, Unionville Chadds Ford SD)
  • Household annual income must not be more than 350% of the Federal Poverty Level (1 person: $55,860, 2 people: $75,740, 3 people: $95,620, 4 people: $115,500, 5 people: $135,380, 6 people: $155,260, 7 people: $175,140, 8 people: $195,020)
  • Must provide valid registration, insurance, and drivers license
  • Must provide repair quote from certified garage
  • Only personal cars apply

Eligibility and funding are subject to program requirements and availability.

Ready to Apply?

Complete the Lift ALICE Up application to get started.

After your application is submitted, program staff will review your information to determine eligibility and next steps. PLEASE ensure that you check your junk mail for emails from admin@unitedwayscc.org

Need Help Applying?

The Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center can provide assistance with the application process.  Call 610-932-8557 or visit 35 N 3rd St., Oxford, PA 19363

 

 

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