Low-interest loans are available for low and modest income families living in Carver, Dakota, Goodhue, Rice or Scott counties with children under 18 years old through Community Action Council’s Ways to Work program.  Loans are available to help buy or repair a used vehicle.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old and be employed 30+ hours per week for six months minimum. All applicants must supply a current credit report dated less than 30 days old at the time of application and must have enough verifiable income to repay the loan.  For more information call Community Action Council at 952-985-4050.

For more than 35 years, Community Action Council (CAC) has helped families in crisis get back on their feet.  With the help of 2,000 caring volunteers and 100 professional staff working from more than 50 neighborhood locations throughout Dakota and Scott counties, CAC services ensure that families are safe from violence and abuse, kids come to school ready to learn, and people are able to overcome crisis to be self-sufficient.  To find out more about Community Action Council and how to get involved, call 952-985-5300 or visit us online at www.communityactioncouncil.org