Tonja’s Place helps eligible single-parent families access safe, reliable transportation through our Vehicle Refurbishment Program. Donated and selected used vehicles are inspected, serviced, and prepared for dependable everyday use.
Each vehicle is matched with an eligible participant who is employed and actively working toward long-term stability. Participants also receive practical guidance on vehicle ownership, maintenance responsibilities, auto insurance, and the ongoing costs of maintaining reliable transportation.
Tonja’s Place provides short-term auto insurance assistance to eligible participants who need support maintaining required coverage while working toward financial stability.
In addition to temporary financial assistance, participants receive practical auto insurance education to help them understand coverage, deductibles, policy responsibilities, and how to plan for the ongoing cost of maintaining insurance independently.
The goal is not simply to provide temporary coverage, but to help participants successfully maintain coverage beyond the program.
Tonja’s Place believes reliable transportation requires more than access to a vehicle. Participants need the knowledge and preparation to maintain that transportation responsibly.
Participants receive practical education covering:
• Auto insurance basics and coverage responsibilities
• Vehicle ownership and ongoing transportation costs
• Routine maintenance and preventative care
• Registration, inspections, and required documentation
• Budgeting for insurance, maintenance, fuel, and unexpected vehicle expenses
Our goal is to help participants become informed, responsible vehicle owners who are prepared to maintain reliable transportation after completing the program.