Transparency & Accountability
Drive Forward Lane County is committed to earning and keeping the trust of the donors, partners, and community members who make our mission possible. Here is how we operate responsibly and how donations are used.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Status
Drive Forward Lane County is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity serving Lane County, Oregon, including Eugene, Springfield, and surrounding communities. Because we are a 501(c)(3) organization, donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, and official donation receipts are available upon request.
EIN
Our Employer Identification Number (EIN) is available upon request to confirm our tax-exempt status and process matching gifts or corporate giving. To request our EIN or a copy of our tax-exempt determination, please .
Board of Directors & Governance
Drive Forward Lane County is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors committed to ethical governance, financial oversight, and responsible stewardship of every donation entrusted to us. The Board provides direction and oversight to ensure our limited funds are used faithfully and effectively in support of our mission.
How Donations Support the Mission
Donations fund essential vehicle repairs for qualified Lane County residents who need reliable transportation to maintain employment, seek employment, attend school, participate in workforce development, or perform significant volunteer work. Contributions also support the modest administrative and operational costs necessary to run a responsible, accountable program.
We are committed to responsible stewardship of every gift, ensuring donations are used effectively to help people stay employed, in school, and moving forward.
Annual Reports & IRS Filings
Drive Forward Lane County was established in 2026. Annual reports and applicable IRS filings will be published here as they become available.
Financial Information
As a new organization, Drive Forward Lane County is committed to publishing financial information as our program grows. We do not publish figures we cannot substantiate. Financial reports and disclosures will be added to this page as they become available.
Our Commitment to You
Transparency is one of our core values. We act with integrity, practice responsible stewardship, and remain accountable to the people and partners who trust us. Have a question about how we operate? We're happy to answer it.
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