Dartmouth Community Van
Transportation challenges can be a significant barrier to inclusion and access for many residents and clients of non-profit agencies in Dartmouth. The Dartmouth North Community Van program launched in 2012 was initiated with the aim of helping organizations to create greater access to the wider community and services that their clients need.
Who can use the van?
“The Van” is available to non-profit organizations to serve those with few or no transportation alternatives. While its most common use is to transport people to and from food banks, it also provides agencies with an opportunity to expand program options at an affordable cost. Demand continues to grow, with over 15 different organizations having taken advantage of this community resource.
Past trips have included SPCA dog walking at Shubie Park, bowling and ice cream trips, and visits to Shakespeare by the Sea and The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. It is most commonly used at local food banks in the area.
“Driving the Community Van every week for the North Dartmouth Outreach Resource Center has shown me firsthand the incredible impact it has on our community. In just three months, the van saved over $1,450 in transportation costs while allowing us to better connect with and support the people we serve. I truly love driving the van, getting to know our clients, and seeing the difference this service makes every day.”
How to book the van?
For information on booking the van, please email: thepublicgoodsociety@gmail.com
Meet Alan, The Public Good Society’s Volunteer Driver.
Ralph MacKenzie: The Original “Van Man”
