The program DOES NOT pay for court fees. The applicant cannot owe any fees to obtain their driver’s license at the time of the application.

Florida Rural Legal’s Drive to Work program may be able to assist low-income residents with legal services to set up payment plans and/or community services hours for any court costs. They do not provide financial assistance for court and/or reinstatement fees.

Yes, you can get a free Florida identification with your food stamps card or food stamp print out. If you need a driver’s license there will be a charge.

Applicants must need their Florida photo identification card or driver’s license for employment and/or healthcare services. The applicant cannot owe any fees to obtain their driver’s license. Applicants must currently reside in St. Lucie County and the household income may not exceed 200% of Federal Poverty Level. Applicants living with their spouse or partner are considered a household. The household must also demonstrate a need for service(s).

Income eligibility is based on household size within the last 30 days. Gross income must be used per grant guidelines. A household is defined as an individual or group of individuals living together as one economic unit regardless of relation. Applicants living with their spouse or partner are considered a household. Verifying documentation required. The household must also demonstrate a need for service(s).

The following is considered income per grant guidelines:

• Money wages and salaries before any deductions;
• Self-employment wages after deductions for business expenses;
• Social Security payments;
• Unemployment;
• Worker’s compensation;
• Veteran benefits;
• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF);
• Alimony;
• Child support;
• And all other allowable sources of income as determined by the grant guidelines.

Verifying documentation required.

The following documents must be provided at the time of appointment:

• Picture ID for all adults in the household 18 or older
• Social Security Cards for all in household
• Birth Certificates for all children in the household under 18
• Proof of all household income for prior 30 days
• Proof of St. Lucie County residency such as a lease or utility bill

Additional documents may be requested including but not limited to bank statements, household bills, custody documentation, etc.

The Human Services Division receives the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) from the State of Florida, Department of Economic Opportunity. These funds aim to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty in communities and help promote self-sufficiency.