Apply for a free car with Free Car Foundation
Waiting on Ways to Work loans? 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 Ways to Work loans?
- Working parent with low to moderate income
- Unable to get a traditional car loan
- Live where a local partner agency operates the program
How to apply
- Search for "Ways to Work" plus your city, or ask your local family services agency
- Complete the agency's application and budgeting session
- Use the loan to buy a reliable used car
What does it really cost?
You repay the loan at a low interest rate, plus insurance and registration. Read our guide to the real cost of a donated car so you can budget before you are selected.
How long is the wait?
Usually weeks rather than months. While you wait, look at car repair assistance for a car you already have, or car grants and low-interest loans.
Is Ways to Work loans legit?
Legitimate programs are run by established local agencies and never ask for upfront "approval fees". See our free car scam alerts for the warning signs.
Where Ways to Work loans operates
Nationwide — see our state guides for local options.
Who this program is best for
Low-income families · Single moms
Similar programs to apply to
1-800-Charity Cars (Free Charity Cars)
Working poor families, domestic violence survivors, veterans and military families, people with medical needs, disaster victims and transitional shelter residents.
Vehicles for Change
Low-income working families referred by a partner agency, who need a car to keep or get a job.
Good News Garage
Low-income working adults who need reliable transportation to get to work, often through state welfare-to-work programs.
Cars 4 Heroes
Veterans, active-duty military members, first responders and their families — and in some cases civilians in need.