Nonprofit car assistance for families nationwide help@freecarhelp.org

Apply for a Free Car Online

Our application is free, private and takes about 10 minutes. Fields marked with an asterisk are required.

1. About you
2. Where you live
3. Your household
Do you belong to any of these groups? (optional)
4. The help you need
What kind of help do you need? *
Do you have a valid driver’s license? *

About our free car application

This one application lets you ask for a donated car, a low-cost car, a fair car loan, car repair help, gas cards or insurance help. You do not need to fill out a separate free car application for each type of help. We read every application and look for free car programs near you, car repair assistance programs and government help in your state.

Applying for a free car online near you

Our team works with programs across the country, so you can apply from anywhere. Tell us your city and ZIP code so we can find local car programs, and list any caseworker or agency that is helping you — a referral often moves your application forward faster.

Applying to other programs too

You are welcome to apply to other programs at the same time. Popular options include the Salvation Army (ask your local office for its application form), Good News Garage in New England, the Ways to Work car program and members of Working Cars for Working Families. Your state page lists more.

No real charity charges a fee to apply for a free car. If anyone asks you to pay, read our guide to free car scams.