Apply for a free car with Free Car Foundation
Waiting on Good News Garage? Apply to our program too — there is no limit on how many programs you apply to. Our application is free, takes about 5 minutes and never asks for your Social Security number or bank details.
Who qualifies for Good News Garage?
- Live in a service area
- Low income and need a vehicle for employment
- Often a referral from a state program or caseworker
- Valid driver's license and ability to insure the vehicle
How to apply
- In Vermont, contact your Department for Children and Families (DCF) caseworker and ask about Reach Up and Wheels to Work
- Outside Vermont, check the official site for current service areas
- Complete the referral and paperwork
- Arrange insurance and registration when your car is ready
To apply to Good News Garage itself, use its official website: goodnewsgarage.org.
What does it really cost?
Recipients usually cover insurance and registration. Some cars are provided through state programs at little or no cost. Read our guide to the real cost of a donated car so you can budget before you are selected.
How long is the wait?
Depends on donations and funding; ask your caseworker for current wait times. While you wait, look at car repair assistance for a car you already have, or car grants and low-interest loans.
Is Good News Garage legit?
Good News Garage is a well-known New England nonprofit. Apply only through the official site or your caseworker. See our free car scam alerts for the warning signs.
Where Good News Garage operates
Who this program is best for
Low-income families · Single moms
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