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DCAP Impact Stories

“I Feel Totally Blessed and Really Grateful for the Help I Got.” – Christine B.

For Christine, a longtime El Dorado County resident, getting a reliable car wasn’t about luxury, it was about necessity.

“It Was a True Blessing — I’m Really, Really Grateful.” – Steven M.

For Steven, getting an electric vehicle wasn’t just about transportation. It was about getting back on his feet and moving forward with confidence.

“I used to drive a 1999 Nissan Pathfinder, that car was basically drinking gas.” – Jielin Y.

For Jielin, upgrading to an electric vehicle was a major step toward a cleaner, more affordable way to commute — and one he had been thinking about for years

Sacramento Neighborhood Housing Services

SNHS serves low- to-moderate income community members seeking to attain or maintain homeownership. We serve populations that are less likely to access affordable housing or become homeowners.

MAAC & DCAP Partner to Expand Access to Clean Transportation

Access to reliable transportation can open the door to greater economic opportunity. This month, we’re spotlighting DCAP’s partnership with MAAC and the upcoming Application Clinic, where eligible community members can receive one-on-one application support and learn about clean transportation incentives

Couple and dog talking to a representative next to an electric car

Clean Air Vehicle Ride & Drive Partner Reflections Community Environmental Council

As we prepare for our upcoming Clean Air Vehicle Ride & Drive on Saturday, March 14th, we asked our local co-hosts to share what excites them most and why these events matter for clean air in Santa Barbara County.