From donation to new owner
- A car is donated — individuals and businesses donate vehicles they no longer need
- We check it — vehicles are inspected and must be safe to drive before they are awarded
- We match it — we review applications from people in the area where the car is located
- We award it — the recipient registers and insures the car and drives away
Who we help
Anyone who meets our eligibility requirements can apply. We give priority to single parents, veterans, people with disabilities, seniors and low-income working families.
What recipients pay
The car is free and applying is free. Recipients pay title, registration and insurance — see the real cost of a donated car.
Our promises
- No application fees — ever
- No Social Security numbers, bank or card details by phone, text or social media
- Honest communication about wait times
- Every application is read by a person
Apply for a free car with Free Car Foundation
Ready to apply? Our application is free, takes about 5 minutes and never asks for your Social Security number or bank details.