Need a car but can’t afford one? It might sound impossible but it’s not. There are real programs that help low income families get free cars. Let me show you how I made it happen and how you can too.
How I Won a Free Car
Our old Expedition was held together by duct tape and prayer when it decided to literally blow a gasket. That old clunker had left us stranded on the side of the road countless times. The fuel gauge didn’t work, it spit out spark plugs and wrecked the radiator. Although we had spent well more than it’s worth in repairs, it just kept leaving us stranded.
I had reached the end of my rope. There was no way we could afford an expensive $5,000 repair to fix the engine. Even with charities paying for part of the repair, there’s no way we could afford it. I had no idea what we were going to do.
That’s when I learned about the Progressive Keys to Progress vehicle giveaway. A VA caseworker told me about it. It sounded too good to be true but she assured me it was. I spent hours creating the perfect application and I didn’t hear back for months. I assumed we’d lost the chance.
But then the call came! My heart soared and then sank a little when I realized the vehicle they offered only had five seats. With five kids and my husband who couldn’t go anywhere without me, we really needed at least seven seats. I knew in my heart that someone else could use that car more than us, so we decided to pass it on to another person in need.
I was so excited to learn that trustworthy groups give free cars to low income families. If you’re struggling to afford a car, don’t lose hope! In this article, we’ll review the real vehicle giveaway programs I’ve found.
Free Cars from Nationwide Giveaways
Programs like Keys to Progress are great. However, each program has its own rules. Don’t get discouraged if one opportunity isn’t a perfect fit for you. There are other options that you may be eligible for!
In this section, we’ll review the some nationwide vehicle giveaways. For local giveaways, check the local section below. Don’t forget to check out our posts about zero-interest low income auto loan programs and free car repair services as well!
Keys to Progress
Progressive has given free cars to low income veterans for over 10 years. They do this through the Keys to Progress program. They give away between 50 and 100 cars per year! They notify the winners each September.
To receive a personal vehicle, you must meet these requirements:
- You must be a veteran, a Gold Star family, or an active duty military member at E-4 or lower. You will need to prove your eligibility by providing a DD214, LES, DD1300 or DIC eligibility letter.
- Your household income must be at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
- You must have no major infractions in the past seven years and you must not have any criminal activity on your background check.
- You must have a valid license and maintain insurance. You also must be able to pay taxes and fees upon receipt of the vehicle.
- You must be at least 18 years old (or age 19 in Nebraska and Alabama).
- You must live in one of the 50 US states or Washington DC.
- You are not eligible if you are an employee of Progressive or any of its affiliate companies. You’re also not eligible if you are a household member or immediate family member of anyone who works for those companies.
If you want to apply, you will need to ask a nonprofit or military organization like VFW to request an application on your behalf. They just need to email KeysToProgress@progressive.com to request it. Make sure that you fill it out right and submit it on time. The application period is open every year between April 1 and August 2.
Progressive’s Keys to Progress isn’t just about personal vehicles. They also give away commercial vans to veteran-focused non-profits and small businesses. And if you’re an ambitious veteran looking to hit the open road as your own boss, they even give away a semitruck every year! Want to learn more about these options and see how I crafted a winning application? Check out our in-depth Keys to Progress post.
Free Charity Cars
Free Charity Cars was also known as 1-800-Charity-Cars. This organization has provided more than 9,000 free cars to low income families and individuals across the United States. This is one of the oldest and best-known programs that offers this service.
To be eligible for a vehicle from Free Charity Cars, you must meet these requirements:
- You must be a US resident.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You must have an income that is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.
- You must have a genuine need for a vehicle. This means you cannot already have a reliable, working vehicle.
- You need a valid driver’s license. You must be able to pay for the fees for a vehicle. These fees include title, tags, emissions, insurance, and other costs.
To apply for this program, you need to sign up on their vehicle distribution site. Then, complete the application. They award vehicles as soon as they are available, so they do not have an inventory. It may take a little while for a vehicle to become available and there’s no guarantee that you will be selected.
Cars 4 Heroes
This organization provides free cars. They are for low income veterans, military families, and first responders. They can’t afford their own reliable transportation. They can offer basic cars and sometimes even accessible vans for those who need them.
To apply, select the relevant application on their application page. There are separate buttons for veterans and military, and first responders and civilians.
Free Cars by State
Even more groups offer free cars to low income families in certain states! Many charitable organizations and government programs offer free vehicle giveaways or other options. Let’s explore some resources that may be near you.
Colorado
Good Neighbor Garage provides free vehicles. They go to low income single mothers and widows in Denver. It appears that you need to work with a partnered organization to receive a vehicle.
Project Self-Sufficiency provides transportation support to their clients. They work with single parents. Some sources say you can get a free car. However, their website simply says that they help with transportation. You’ll need to contact Project Self-Sufficiency for details.
Florida
Wheels of Success provides free cars in Hillsborough, Pinellas, or Pasco Counties. To qualify, you must be working at least 32 hours a week or have lost a job due to a lack of transportation. This organization serves veterans, domestic violence victims, young people who are aging out of foster care, and those who work as Direct Care Workers. You must get a nonprofit organization or employer to fill out a referral application on your behalf.
Maryland
Vehicles for Change provides free cars for low income people who have a job offer or are already working 30 hours a week. You must have one of these sponsoring organizations refer you to Vehicles for Change.
Massachusetts
Good News Garage provides free vehicles to low income people in Massachusetts who have disabilities. The car is intended to help you get to a job. To get started, you’ll need a referral from a Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission counselor.
Minnesota
Wheels for Women provides free cars to working single moms who live in the seven-county Metro area around the Twin Cities. You must have lived in the area for at least a year and have at least one child under the age of 18. There are other requirements as well. You can apply for the Wheels for Women program on the Newgate School website.
Auto Technical provides free cars to low income people who are referred by one of their partner organizations. They work with local organizations that serve children, families, and adults who are going through hardships. Just reach out to one of their partners for details on how to apply.
New Jersey
Cars for Success is a program by Strengthen our Sisters. They provide free cars directly to families who are living in their domestic violence shelter.
South Dakota
Wheels 2 Work is a nonprofit that gives free cars to low income single parent families who need help getting to work or school. You must live in Minnehaha or Lincoln County in order to apply. Eligible families can also receive a one-time car repair assistance grant of up to $500.
Texas
OnRamp provides vehicles to people who are working. They even provide free service for those vehicles for the first year! In order to get assistance, you need to get one of their qualified advocates to nominate you for the program.
Vermont
Good News Garage may be able to help you get a vehicle if you are an individual or family who participates in the Reach Up program. You will need to contact the state’s Department of Children and Families in order to get started.
Virginia
Car Ministry provides free vehicles for low income families who live in Northern Virginia. They specifically serve the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas, and Manassas Park. They also serve the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudon, Prince William and Stafford. If you’d like to request a vehicle, just fill out their online application.
Vehicles for Change provides free cars for low income people who have a job offer or are already working 30 hours a week. You must have one of these sponsoring organizations refer you to Vehicles for Change.
West Virginia
Good News Mountaineer Garage provides nearly free cars for low income families. You must qualify for TANF and participate in the West Virginia WORKS program to qualify. They will ask you to pay $1 toward the car and participate in a maintenance class. If you qualify, you will need to ask your WV WORKS caseworker for a referral to the WV WORKS car program.
Jobs & Hope Program provides free cars for certain West Virginians. You must be in a recovery program and employed. If you’re starting job training, that counts too. You just need to ask your Jobs & Hope transition agent for a referral to this program.
Relief Recap
We’ve explored many organizations that offer free cars for low income families across the country. But, reliable transportation isn’t just about owning a car. If you couldn’t get help from the providers on this list, check our database. It has zero-interest auto loan programs and free car repair services.
It seems to not matter what my need is there is nothing available in southwest Missouri. Cars, housing, help with Medicaid (understanding it) food, clothes. Nothing at all.
Hi Nichole first off thank you for all the helpful resources you work so hard to find to help for our needs. You truly are a God send and appreciated.
I am going to check out FreeCharityCars.org but would like to know if you might know of anyone providing help in Oregon State for civilians and singles by chance would you?
Thank you so much for your kind words—they truly mean a lot! We’re so glad the resources have been helpful.
FreeCharityCars.org is a great place to start, and there are a few Oregon-based programs that may also be able to help civilians and single individuals with transportation:
*Ride Connection – Offers free or low-cost transportation services, especially in the Portland Metro area: https://rideconnection.org
*Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) – Some programs like TANF or JOBS may offer transportation support, even for single adults. It’s worth checking with your local office.
*211info – As a last resort, you can always call 211 or visit https://www.211info.org to find additional transportation or emergency help in your area.
We truly hope one of these leads to the support you need—and thank you again for being here with us!
Hi my wife and I are both on SSI both with medical conditions that prevent us from getting around walking any distance to catch a bus [nearest stop 1/4mile away ].
We have a car with 122,000 miles on it ,not running good enough to get to the bus ,needs fixing on limited income at 2,000 mo. about 15,000 a yr.
After bills payed very little left . We live in Nevada a car would be a big help , fixing the old one would help but our mechanic said for how long ? Due to 100 degree temperature here doesn’t help the problem, its like putting a bandage on it . We need car for doctors appointments my goes 2 to 4 times a month depending on what’s needed . Were in Nevada anything in anyway will help Thank You. We tryed 211 with no luck we hope your services will be able to help us .
Thanks so much for sharing—we know how hard this is. Since 211 wasn’t helpful, you might want to check out this video we made about free transportation programs: https://youtu.be/_O3ZSaLYL-k?si=HDwnPNRPTQHEbUxO
Is there anything in Buffalo ny for car donation ?
Some of the programs we list do serve New York, but availability can change. It’s worth checking directly with the ones listed to see if they can help in Buffalo.
Hi.
For Colorado, there’s also A Womans Work.
Financial Grant Process
The following criteria and guidelines are used to determine the distribution of grants made by the Board of Directors of A Woman’s Work:
Recipients – must be women.
Must be a resident of St. VRAIN Valley School District or Berthoud
Matters NOT funded by AWW include but are not limited to:
Bail or legal fees
Credit card bills
Medical bills
All grants are made at the discretion of the Board of Directors under the guidelines of A Woman’s Work, Inc.
Driving For Success
Driving for Success (DFS) is an AWW program which provides funding for reliable transportation to select women and their families who are in immediate need. Given a gap in local services, reliable transportation has been identified as a critical need in the communities we serve. In 2015, AWW experienced a significant increase in grants related to car purchases and developed this program to provide select grant recipients with reliable vehicles as well as supportive services and resources.
https://awomanswork.org/
Wish they had the free cars for the state of Tennessee. There’s not a link so far. Hopefully in the future it will appear on this site.
In Minnesota it should be called “wheels for mothers” not “wheels for women.”
Hiya Carolyn,
What about California?
Thanks in advance,
Alexandra
No free car repair in Cuyahoga County, Ohio
No free car repair in Cuyahoga County Ohio?
Hi. Have you tried 211? If the resources above are not available in your area, 211 may know about other ones that are.
I am a single parent,a recovering alcohlic and i also live in a low income family and i have a brain injury and a mental health problem because of domestic violence. I need a car badly to attend my programs and AA meetings so that i dont bump into any obstacles in my journey of recovery. I really need help due to i cant afgord a good car because i am on social security disability. I live in new jersey and i have a new jersey license so please help me.
Hi Eda. Here are some resources that may be able to help a little:
https://lowincomerelief.com/assistance-with-transportation/
I appreciate your info in finding help with income relief programs. It appears North Carolina doesn’t offer anything much. We do have a greedy bunch running NC. Thanks for trying to help out! Be Safe in your endeavors !!
Thé host did not announce any free car programs for the state of California or at least Los Angeles CA
i know it sucks, esp bc california is definitely very car dependent.
maybe one day
We know how hard it is in car-dependent areas like California. We hope the resources on this page point you toward something that works for you.
Do they have a FREE CAR PROGRAM FOR THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA? IF SO HOW CAN FIND OUT?
In Colorado, the Hands of the Carpenter work with a garage for the charity of the vehicles. I was just reading about it all and it seems that the two programs are either 50% or 35% purchased under retail price. The cars are not free. Just FYI.
Hello, I am a 52-year-old single mother who is set to complete my associate’s degree in medical billing and coding with a perfect 4.0 GPA in July 2024. Currently unemployed, I am actively seeking employment in the field. I am in need of assistance with my rent for June and July 2024. Any guidance or resources would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Hi Candace. Here are some resources that may be helpful: https://lowincomerelief.com/rent-relief/
I am living alone, am 76 years old. I need a car for many Dr.s appointments some as far as 25 ish miles away. I also do my own grocery shopping. i would greatly appreciate a vehicle. My monthly income is 1001dollars a month. Thank you for considering me.
Sincerely,
Patricia
Hi Patricia. We don’t have the cars. We just provide info on the programs that do. You can find them listed above in the article.
My daughter is homeless was living in car. Car trashed in car cemetery. Now living on street or wherever. I live in hud housing she can’t live with me .it’s unfair. And she is a victom of domestic violence. In Walworth County, Wisconsin
Hi My name is Dawn M. Sutton I live in Howell , Mich believe me not by choice, it’s the closest to the place I call home little village country town Pinckney n no federal funded apts so stuck one town over north from there .Been here going on 9 yrs n only have one neighbor friend, on disability n now on walker instead of a big walk stick, ..I fell 3 yrs ago Dec, 11,2020 n helped watch my only granddaughter Ill ever have for about 6 yrs to my youngest which has been a single mother n me n my Aunt were helping watching n raising my granddaughter so her mom could work n have health issues they weren’t as bad as now stuck home for over 3 yrs in a one bedroom apt that’s 500 sq ft, since I fell n broke my femor straight thru on the side that needs replacement , I’ve declined in health my Dr apts r to far for me to get to n since the fall n lost my car after it dyed due to transmission n many other issues, since have had no car n no means to make payments on one, I can’t barely get around on walker now, n need so many apts for all the things r falling apt bc stuck in n at apt all the time, lost most muscles everywhere in my body can’t stand up long n straight bc of muscle lost need hip replacement but won’t till all my teeth r taken out, plus n since then my heart n now have higher blood pressure, bad circulation my legs n feet blow up n my ankles stay beat red n peel n itch from lake of circulation, my hands n feet r numb all the time, I’m 57 n feel like I’m dying n never very often see my youngest daughter n granddaughter that live about a hr away she’s grown so much n is 10 now n miss her grow over the last 3 yrs, she will be the only one my Aunt now is like her GMA since I barely never see her n can’t get to her n now her GMA is so Obesity to much weight hard to move also need a knee replacement n need get to someone to help with circulation, need Physical therapy before can have anything replaced bc not strong enough to get any replacements, Getting to all Drs n places to get food n stuff is a struggle bc only have oldest n her husband that work n live about half hr away, I’m in on CPAP machine my other hip was replaced right after my husband divorced me bc I was broken n fat, I gave him his daughter at 28 n she took all my calcium or something got carpal tunnel while pregnant n then 2 yrs after having her was in pain 7 yrs on right side n seen all kinds of Dr n it took me to finally say at 37 to a Dr NOONE x-rayed my hip n he did a bone Dr n said yep need replacement at 38 youngest one he’s done n knee and 42 n it’s got a bone sticking out after it got infected n it bothers me more then other knee that know needs replacement n already had minuses fixed in knee that needs replaced, the opposite ones of the ones I had fix, I also have bad Arthritis, depression, Anxiety of the chart, need hip n knee replacement, bad disc in back numbness in back lower n on both sides going up my back, numbness in stomach, have hernia in stomach that’s growing, have kneck issues, now lost muscle every where n weigh 280 lbs have so many issues , stop breathing alot when sleep CPAP machine for almost 11 yrs, now blood pressure n cholesterol kicked in, encrinologst haven’t been able to get to in Ann Arbor so last two yrs no medicine for my graves in my eyes which both have popped out 3 times it’s so painful when they do n there bothering me so much my Thyroid is terrible, sick of being on pain meds bc need them to move but know my kidney n liver got to be getting worse n my granddaughter n daughters not going to have a mother n gma probably not much longer the way things r going my GMA died at 60 heart attack n stroke n on the same path, list all my friends n ppl in the mud bog community I use to hang out with n go to, I’ve been on my own since I was 16 my mother left my dad n took my brother but not me wasn’t room for me n she didn’t want me n my dad he was two busy after meeting a woman with 3 little ones 7,5,3, n I was 15 took a yr till divorce was over n lost my house I grew up in my dad had to sell, my dad n mom said if get good grades n graduate get new thunderbird bc my dad worked at Ford’s on the production line, n was average non trouble kid in school even got on honor roll, n my dream was to graduate, apply to New York school of Arts to bc a dancer n pack up the car was supposed to get , but none of that happened so getting with wrong kind of guy that was abusive n quit school to work two pt jobs to make full n quit school had to bc had to work n was 17 n he took my birth control n everything end up pregnant n sleeping in back of car in a KOA CAMP GROUND After losing a trailer we rented n he didn’t work after locking me in a cabin n tryed to get away from him many times but had NOONE n he took all the money I saved for rent n bills n disappeared bc we moved n lived in Pokemon a big city from Fowlerville which was a farm town growing up till 16, in A big city, he took all the money n disappeared bc had to ride busses the old men now I was 17 n they tryed to look out for me n boyfriend like 8 yrs older was found after a week of disappearing was down by the capital doing drugs n spent all the money I saved for bills n rent n made us lose rental to sleep in car n once I found out I was pregnant, at 18 said I’m keeping her n he didn’t want her n made me almost lose her he was abusive it was 1985 they’re I was supposed to graduate n knew I would keep her n have to get away from him pushed me had to lay in step mom’s couch for a week my placenta tore n if didn’t lay there no shower or nothing a week so it could heal so I didn’t lose her bc the tare healed, n when she was two met her step dad who still lived home with his parents n it’s just all hard n sad n to much to tell, after help raising him to in his own man we got 7yrs together then married ten n he put me thru hell last 3 yrs of marriage n divorce me bc I was broken body wise n couldn’t find out what was wrong n he got most of everything his parents got a man lawyer n he wouldn’t let me go to be a medical assistant after graduating the day before my youngest I promised her I would before her nothing like last min but tryed twice once in Lansing n old men who drove the bus told me where I was attending was bad down by the Capital n ppl get killed I was 17 n quit, tryed with friend but had a hard time bc know now days I have ADHD we didn’t have labels growing up just like child abuse which Indured really didn’t exist growing up as A kid. BUT I need help getting a car been doing things alone more than having a good partner in life n have no luck n a big heart n believe in God, but Feel I been punished all my life since my mother left but before that I had wonderful memories growing time up on my gpa farm till 13 teen n showed sheep for 3 yrs my gma n Gpa were Catholic so grew up with morals n my mother was a great house wife till I was 13 when she got a job, but had structure, gave that to my girls as long’s as I could wish they were closer but 9 yrs apart, so I don’t know probably sound crazy being stuck in this apartment is making me feel that way n my health is declining so much being stuck n no way out of it since lost my car n need help n haven’t been able to find any till my girlfriend came across this site, God Bless n thank you have more health prob don’t have down but I’m sure you can kind of understand what I’ve said or spoken , thank you for hearing me ,
Hi Dawn. I can understand how difficult things can feel and be without a working vehicle! If the resources above are not helpful in your area, it may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of anything local that you might be eligible for.
Holy guacamole! I mean really holy guacamole! I am literally blown away by the amount of comments! I am just dumbfounded at the amount of people who don’t bother to read the article which gives easy to understand instructions about various ways to win or receive a car, even listing additional resources by state! Then the number of people who for some strange reason think they need to share their story or need here on this site…. Are people really confused or just not looking at the site you are on, or what the purpose of this site is…. This site/youtube channel share’s resources for people in need…a TON of resources, for every need you can possibly imagine…. These are kind people helping others by sharing resources. No where on this site is there anything whatsoever that would lead anyone to believe that this site is directly providing any type of funding, financial help, etc. I am sorry if anyone is offended by this comment, I can’t imagine running this site or volunteering I would not be able to bite my tongue. Sorry
Thank you for keeping in contact with me. I look at this information to help my sister. She is raising 2 grandchildren and they both have health issues with the granddaughter having to go to the hospital often in emergencies. She was given a car by a church but where she is living this past winter it was 34 below. She needs a 4-wheel drive, and this is only a 2-wheel drive older car which she has had to put a lot of work into. Is there any way she can obtain a 4-wheel drive? I do not have extra money to help her and the kids as I am on the poor list too. Thank you for carrying, see you in Heaven and your family too!
Hi. Have you tried 211? They might know of a program in your area that can help.
Today the engine went in our 2014 Hyundai Tucson and we drive for Lyft. I’m supposed to be starting orientation at a new job on Monday at 10am an hour and half away from the motel me an my fiancée are staying at till we find a house to rent. We really need help with transportation to get me to work after that. Until we get our vehicle back. My hours are going to be Sunday through Tuesday 6am-6pm and Wednesday 6am-12 noon
Thank You
Hi Joe. It may be worth contacting 211 to see if they know of any resources in your area that can offer support for employment.
https://lowincomerelief.com/assistance-with-transportation/
@Tracy L LaCombe,
Hi Tracy,
The same for me. I live in Wisconsin and I was homeless for 20 month’s. I reached out every minute of everyday for help and nothing. I am disabled and get social security disability and they took my foodshare away when I was homeless. Now I have an apartment but my check all goes out for rent for bills. I can’t afford to fix my car or even buy a car. I can’t buy food or non foods. I can’t get haircuts or clothing. I only get $23 dollars foodshare a month so therefore I eat one sandwich a day because that’s all I can afford. Wisconsin is broken and has done me wrong in so many ways. I even applied for a 502 home loan and nothing. It really makes sick and very upset that disabled people and the elderly have to live like this because our government is giving everyone and everything money where it don’t belong. People with kids and the schools and homeless young people get it all. So I know the feeling all to well. I was eveicted and had my property stolen from me and not single person in Grant county will anything about it. I’m so frustrated I just want to stand infront of our government and cuss them out and make them live the way I have to. It makes me sick and angry and frustrated
Jeneen Henry
Hi Thomas. If the resources above are not helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if there are any programs in your area that help with vehicles.
Hi my name is Dee Castle I have struggled for now it has been the past 3 years. I’m disabled an have had custody of 3 of my gran sons all under the age of 8 now. 2 being awtisic and one of them is non verbal. I need a home I put in for section 8 had but so far haven’t heard from them. I have to take the bus to dr,s and all appts and at times pick them up when sick at school. I’m at the end of my rope and have no one but my self they can count on and have been struggling. Is there anything that I can do to make our lives better. We need a home we have to live with someone and they don’t understand what awtisic children are and it’s heated by kerosene heating its smells an bad on our lungs. My non verble child just turned 3 and it’s a nightmare being here but xant leave bc have no transportation thank you Dee Castle from KY
Hi Dee. Raising little kids can definitely be a struggle, even without added stresses.
https://lowincomerelief.com/apply-for-disability-for-a-child/
Here are some ideas: https://lowincomerelief.com/financial-help-for-disabled-people/
Hi Jane. Have you seen these?
https://lowincomerelief.com/how-to-get-a-free-tablet-with-ebt/
https://lowincomerelief.com/library-card-secret-benefits/
The working cars for working families link only has 2 actual Minnesota programs for helping with your vehicle or getting a vehicle. The rest are just advertising links or bad websites.
@Nicole,
I need help researching local assistance. I’m in Augusta County, Virginia.
Hi Julie. Here’s a good place to start: https://lowincomerelief.com/category/virginia/
You can also try 211 to see what they know of in your area.
I am in need of a car. I am losing my car soon. I’m 4 mths behind due to relocating and higher cost of living. I’m a widow just want to be near my grandbabies. Do you know any help in Glenwood. IA?
Hi Pam. If you call 211 they may know if there is anything available in your area.
my son lives in a 1 room torn up trailer with no running water – has no car and having a hard time finding a job with no transportation – is in bad need of a car so he can get to work but is not a veteran ….just fell on some hard times – how do we find him help in Illinois
Hi. Here’s the info we’ve found:
https://lowincomerelief.com/free-cars/
https://lowincomerelief.com/assistance-with-transportation/
I live just outside Shreveport, Louisiana. I think it’s awesome that you do this for those of us in need, unfortunately there’s never anything for my state. May God bless you for all you do.
Thank you for posting all these resources. I’m a 76 year old senior with osteoarthritis in my knees. I’m unable to climb up to use a public bus. My ’98 Honda needs wheel bearings, which I can’t afford at one time. I live in Menifee, CA 92584 and clicked on the SVDP link for CA but it comes up 404 error. I do get a very low social security, so I’m hoping to find someone who can fix my wheels at minimum cost. I would be able to pay $100 per month out of my small social security but I don’t have money up front to pay all at once. Thank you for any advice.
Hi Lorraine. Have you tried calling 211? They may know of other programs in your area.
Hi Thomas. If the resources above aren’t helpful, it may be worth looking into some of these:
https://lowincomerelief.com/assistance-with-transportation/
Southern Minnesota has a program through Minnesota Valley Action Council called Wheel Get There. Definitely worth posting the info on your website. I can give you hundreds of Minnesota resources for low income people. Nicole feel free to use my email address if you would like in on my lists. I am a low income, disabled Minnesotan.
I desperately need a car. I’ve got a dog who needs medical care, shot with a bb gun in Earl is one her illnesses. We live in a domestic violence home, I’ve got nowhere to go and no way to leave. HELP Clinton Sampson County NC
Hi. If the resources above are not helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of anything else in your area.
I live in Oklahoma and I need a good running vehicle. All the programs that you show I try to go to there web site but my computer says that it is unsecure web site. please help me. I am a single mom and need a good running vehicle to go to the grocery store and doctors appointments.
Hi. If the resources above are not helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of any other options in your area.
Not sure where in my area (Modesto CA)to even begin finding a car. I am a single mother and disabled. I have no vehicle and desperately need one to get to and from my doctor appointments.
Hi Lara. It may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of anything.
Hello,I’m in desperate need of a car so that I wouldn’t have to walk to work now that winter is approaching, I walk a mile a day to work and back home.As a home health care worker, I’ve been working for 7 months and I love my job and the care that I provide for my client,but I can’t really provide my full service because I need a vehicle to do my clients errands.I’m a 41 year old disabled single woman just trying to care for other disabled persons, If anyone could help me it would be REALLY APPRECIATED!I’m from southern Illinois in the Murphysboro, Illinois area ????????????????????????❤❤
Hi Nashay. If the resources above are not helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of anything else that might be available in your area.
My vehicle was towed due to lack of registration, current legal license. After I was scammed out of 11,000.00 dollars.lost my townhouse
Praise God I wasn’t evicted. But, disqualified from my 13 years of section 8 housing. I had to live with my daughter. Otherwise, I would of had to live in a shelter, or be
homeless. I am 76 yrs.old. Just recently I moved to a senior community, without housing assistance my rent is 800.00 plus utilities. Limited income not much for essentials. I need a vehicle to run errands, doctor appointments. Etc.
Using share ride doesn’t work so well. I have scheduled two separate
Appointments different months and rides get cancelled without my knowledge. I need my yearly Medicare well check up.
If there is anything you can do to help, is greatly appreciated.
I remain independent, make my own decisions medical, and finances.
I do not have power of attorney at this time.
Should you have the availability or capabilities to assist with my housing and a vehicle.
My birthday is coming up on October 10th, my happy 77th year.
Thank you for your time in this matter. God Bless.
Hi Graciela. If the resources above are not helpful, here are some other things to try:
https://lowincomerelief.com/assistance-with-transportation/
Casper Wyoming
Just us 3 I am on SSI, Husband works part time and our labrador(my companion ) No vehicle to work or doctors or get groceries We don’t qualify for public transportation assistance
We are right on the fine line of “The working poor about to be homeless” Class. Tried
our 211, plus the usuals; salvation army, churches…
We are in a mess God Bless
I recently moved from AZ to WA with 1 suitcase, to escape an abusive marriage. I am in the middle of a high conflict divorce and can no longer afford my attorney, I don’t know what I’m going to do now. I haven’t worked since 2010 due to medical issues and was a housewife with no income. I have applied for SSDI but it takes time to get approved. I have a plethora of medical issues and cannot work. I am currently receiving SNAP and medicaid. I have no transportation to get to appointments, grocery shop, run errands etc. I am drowning and I’m trying to keep my head above water. I need all the help I can get, and for the 1st time in my life I am asking for help. I’ve been the one who helps others in my life. I came across this sight this morning and it appears to be legit and not spam, which is nice because there is already so much of that online. Any and all information is greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Amy
Hi Amy.
Never be afraid to ask!
Here are some resources that may be helpful:
https://lowincomerelief.com/assistance-with-transportation/
https://lowincomerelief.com/financial-help-for-disabled-people/
I need help with everything and would appreciate any and all help available. My zip code is 99218. How can you help?
I’m a grandmother and I need a car I drive
My daughter and her sons to the doctors and
To the grougery store my daughter doesn’t drive her son’s needs to go to there doctors appointments one has asberger and the other one has problems too my daughter is bypolar and see a doctor too we could use a good car to get everywhere we have to go .
Hi. If the resources above are not helpful, it may be worth calling 211.
Here are some additional resources:
https://lowincomerelief.com/assistance-with-transportation/
Thank you for taking the time to look up this information for us. I would love to find a place who would help me with car repairs in my area, however I don’t believe they do. It would be great to know.
Hi Angela. Hopefully this article can help!
https://lowincomerelief.com/free-car-repair-for-low-income-families/
I have been in desperate need of a vehicle as I can’t depend on anyone to get me where I have to go when I have to go, get to food banks and am 250% below poverty level. I also live in the Hugh desert where there aren’t many options for transportation. Help please?!
Hi Brenda. If the resources above are not helpful in your area, it may be worth calling 211 to see if there is anything else they can suggest.
@Brenda D., If you mean high desert like in antelope valley if you find anything please contact me and I’ll do the same. I’m in Lancaster in the unincorporated part and if you’re familiar with that you know there’s no buses without an 8 Mile Walk so please let me know if you hear of anything and I’ll do the same thanks.
Where can I find low cost auto repair in Indianapolis, IN? my power steering is broke and s8 is my air conditioner which I desperately need due to allergies and asthma.
Hi. Here are the resources we have found: https://lowincomerelief.com/free-car-repair-for-low-income-families/
Nicole Thelin how about Indiana can you help me out ?
Hi. If the resources above are not helpful in your location, it may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of any programs in your area that you may be eligible for.
I live in Cincinnati, Ohio and I have a sister who is paralyzed bilaterally and has a power wheelchair. I would love to start getting her and taking her places agaiin but this would require me to have a wheelchair accessible van and I just don’t have the resources or money to buy one. I used to get her several years back and would use her manual chair but that required me to have to lift her in and out of the wheelchair to in and out of the car. This hurt her and tore my back up. I had to stop immediately. A wheelchair accessible van would really change her life as well as mines.
Hi Shauna. Here are the resources we have found:
https://lowincomerelief.com/free-wheelchair-van/
I’m homeless especially after my car was stolen with all of my belongings last year. I am unable to have my kids because of the fact I have no where to see them at .I have bipolar disorder PTSD ADD and severe anxiety depression disorder. I was a foster youth so I really don’t have anyone . I’ve been in healthcare 20 years a patient advocate. Now I need a patient advocate. I’m severely disabled I can barely walk around some days … Please help me I’m in San Bernardino county in California…
Hi Stacy. I’m so sorry that you’ve had to go through that. Things always seem to pile up when they go wrong.
Here are some of the organizations that are more likely to help: https://lowincomerelief.com/get-help-applying-for-benefits/
Hi. If you join our Facebook group, there is an option for posting a question anonymously. People will still see it, but they won’t be able to see who sent it.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/lowincomerelief
How do I qualify for a free car
Hi Rhonda. If the above resources have not been helpful, it may be worth contacting 211 to see if they know of any programs in your area that can help.
@Rhonda Chavez, I don’t mean to sound rude but I feel like people just read the headline and don’t bother to read the article itself (that contains direct links) you do realize you will have to read the details about any free car programs and follow the rules or requirements, right? There is unbelievable resources available if you are resourceful and look in the right places, or contact the right people. They usually don’t just land at your door.
@Catherine Marucci, you are beyond patient god bless you
Hello I’m a single mo. Of three sons and I’ve recently lost my youngest sons father to a sudden death . I was a stay at ho.e mom well for the better part of 20 years and we weren’t married so his family took the house, the car, everything! Even my youngest son, because I had no where else to go . So my two oldest sons and I are currently living with my parents in a two bed room. Trailer . I can’t work because I have no way there. We don’t live in the city limits for public transportation . I need some help finding and receiving a car for no so much moneSON,. CAN ANYONE PLEASE SEND ME A LIST OF ANY REASORCES TO HELP US FIND A CAR .
Hi Malindee.
If the options above haven’t been helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if they know of anything else available in your area.
I am a non-veteran veteran. I served in the Massachusetts National Guard from 1975 to 1978. Even though I went through 2 months of basic training at Fort Jackson, SC with a 1000 to 1 ratio of men to women (We had armed guards posted by our barracks every night as there were reportedly 1 to 3 rapes on base every night.) and then spent 18 months at Lowry AFB in Aurora, CO. I have been told that I am “technically not a veteran” because I didn’t have 180 days of “active duty”.
Even though I was on active duty for over a year and a half–they said it wasn’t “active duty” but “active duty TRAINING” and, therefore have never been able to qualify for veteran’s benefits. I did all my training, plus weekends when I got home and two weeks in Upstate, NY. I was even activated during the Blizzard of 78. The Army left me with shin splints, fallen arches, severe low back problems, and unable to have children. During the two weeks in NY, I was badly injured in an accident while riding in the back of an ambulance. My knee was wrecked and I had a concussion. Now I live in rural, NH and am 68 years-old, alone, disabled for the last 10 years, and living 126% below the Federal poverty line. I proudly served my country as one of the first waves of women to enlist after the Women’s Army Corp was disbanded and trained alongside the men. However, the armed forces were not yet ready to accommodate us with proper equipment and quality healthcare for women. I really need a working vehicle and have now, once again been denied a veteran’s benefit because of a “technicality.”
I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through that. This country really doesn’t support veterans enough.
If the above resources have not been helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if there is anything else they can suggest in your area.
https://lowincomerelief.com/assistance-with-transportation/
@S Janicki, I’m so sorry. That is horrible. I am actually in Massachusetts, I could help you with resources here but I’m not sure about New Hampshire. I wouldn’t mind trying though if you want to get in touch. I’m assuming you have state insurance, if so the medical will pay for transportation for drs appointments. I’m not sure if other New Hampshire resources were listed but you can call 211 I think that’s it. You don’t have to be a veteran for a lot of things but I agree you are. Thank you for what you did
Hello ???? I want to make known that the State of Tennessee has a FEW! Churches that will try to help a struggling family get a vehicle. I traveled 2 hrs to My. Juliet waited almost a year and I got the call to come get a vehicle! I was/am incredibly greatful for the boost in the rt direction
@Nickel, Tennessee wasn’t listed as a state that helped with vehicles. How did you find what to do or how to go about it???
What forms do I need to sign for a free car?
Regards,
Kimberly
Hi Kimberly. You will need to contact the organizations listed in the article above to see what their requirements are. I hope you find what you need!
@Kimberly Kilian, the article lists them. Did you just read the headline?
Have checked almost all of these options to no avail. Been on waiting list for over a year. My kids and I lost everything, we’re homeless.
Jobs won’t hire without reliable transportation and they don’t consider the bus reliable transportation.
We’re still in desperate need of transportation and I know God will provide. We just want to get back to our lives, work and independence!
Kudos to those who are helping others!