Good News Garage

Organization Description: 

Good News Garage accepts, repairs and awards donated vehicles to families struggling toward financial independence. Since 1996, Good News Garage has awarded over 3,000 vehicles New England-wide. The cars are used by recipients as a "wheels to work" tool to get to work, access higher paying jobs, affordable child and healthcare and more.

Phone: 
860-218-2970
Organizational Email: 
gngct@goodnewsgarage.org
Fax: 
860-218-2971
Location: 
809 Main Street
East Hartford, CT 06108
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Mission Statement: 

Good News Garage creates economic opportunity by providing affordable and reliable transportation options for people in need.

Organizational Statement of Faith: 

Good News Garage is a program of Lutheran Social Services of New England (LSSNE). The LSSNE mission statement: "In response to Christ's love, Lutheran Social Services of New England serves and cares for people in need."

Do You Require Formal Orientation Training for Volunteers?: 
No
Are more than one-third of the participants in your organization/programs low income (below 150% of the poverty level)?: 
Yes
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