Ben Franklin Transit to Present Vans to Nonprofits

Through its Van-Me-Down Program, Ben Franklin Transit’s (BFT) CEO Thomas Drozt will present the keys to a 2013 seven-passenger Dodge Caravan to Elijah Family Homes and a 2017 15-passenger Chevrolet Express van to Seasons Housing on Tuesday, September 30, at 1:30 p.m. at their offices located at 921 S. Auburn Street in Kennewick. Lisa Godwin, the executive director of Elijah Family Homes, and Jason Bliss, the executive director of the Washington Alliance for Quality Recovery Residences (WAQRR), will accept the vans on behalf of their respective nonprofits. The agency is proud to award the vans, which were recently retired from the Rideshare fleet.

​“At Ben Franklin Transit, we believe in supporting organizations like Elijah Family Homes and Seasons Housing that make a tangible difference in our community. Awarding vehicles to these essential nonprofits is more than just a contribution; it’s a commitment to empowering individuals, expanding access to opportunities, and advancing their vital mission. Together, we can drive meaningful change and make a lasting impact on those we serve,” said Drozt.