Car Assistance FAQ: Free Cars, Repairs and Loans

Free Car Help is a nonprofit organization that helps low-income people across the United States find free cars, low-cost cars, car loans, repair help and other transportation assistance.

Yes. We never charge applicants any fee.

Yes. We serve every U.S. state and Washington, DC. Visit our state directory for local programs.

There is no federal free car program. TANF, VA benefits, vocational rehabilitation and state vehicle replacement grants can help with cars in some situations.

Apply with Free Car Help and with local charity car programs, ideally with a referral from a caseworker or nonprofit. Read our guide on how to get a donated car.

Most programs require a valid license, or a household member who will drive the vehicle.

No. Free car programs do not check credit, and many nonprofit loan programs accept poor or no credit.

Yes. We point applicants to repair grants, TANF repair funds, nonprofit garages and emissions repair programs.

We can point you to lenders’ hardship options and local charities that sometimes help with car payments.

California, New Jersey and Hawaii have low-income insurance programs. Elsewhere, we share ways to lower premiums.

Visit our Donate a Car page and contact us with the vehicle details. Reliable donated cars go to families in need.

Never pay a fee to apply, never pay by gift card or wire, and be wary of social media giveaways and “government car voucher” ads.