Intercity Transit's Village Vans program helps low-income citizens with their work-related and job search transportation needs. Village Vans drivers take people to and from employment-related activities and other necessary destinations each weekday.
Who qualifies for Village Vans service?
Any low-income citizen looking for work or beginning a new job can use the service. Call us to find out if you and your transportation needs qualify.
How do I a schedule a ride?
To schedule a ride, call 360-705-5840 between 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Who drives the Village Vans vehicles?
Village Van drivers are recruited from several employment support programs including the WorkFirst Community Jobs work-training program, the South Puget Sound Community College Customized Job Skills Training Course, the Senior Community Service Employment Programs at WorkSource, and others. Individual community job seekers may enroll as well. They receive professional driving training, valuable work experience, continual skill development and job search coaching while working toward permanent employment. The Village Van drivers demonstrate initiative and motivation while serving as role models for their passengers as someone taking advantage of opportunities for professional development. More than 90 percent find good jobs while in the program.
Why is Village Vans service important?
Transportation is a primary barrier for low-income people in their search for economic independence. Many have found employment while using or driving Village Vans. The program is funded by federal and state grants and operates in partnership wtih most local social and public service agencies.