Toyota of Richardson and local lending company, On the Road Lending, are working together to help low-income families get reliable and affordable transportation. On the Road Lending is an impact investing firm that works toward social change by providing accessible loans to those who may not originally qualify due to poor credit.

According to the firm’s founder, Michelle Corson, one of the biggest reasons that people struggle to get out of poverty is their lack of access to a reliable automobile that doesn’t come with a hefty interest rate. On the Road Lending and Toyota of Richardson, therefore, are looking to provide families – especially those fleeing domestic violence – with access to loans and cars that are practical and affordable.