Jump Start program offers funds for car repair to low-income residents

Published on December 15, 2025

The Community Action Council of Portage County and Catholic Charities of Portage County have partnered to form the Jump Start Car Repair program. The program provides low-income adult car owners with funding to repair their vehicles. 

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