Apply for a free car with Free Car Foundation
Waiting on Wheels of Success? 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 Wheels of Success?
- Live in the service area
- Employed or in job training
- Need transportation for work
- Valid driver's license and insurance
How to apply
- Check the official site for the current application process
- Provide employment and income information
- Respond quickly if contacted
To apply to Wheels of Success itself, use its official website: wheelsofsuccess.org.
What does it really cost?
Expect insurance, title and registration costs. Read our guide to the real cost of a donated car so you can budget before you are selected.
How long is the wait?
Varies with donations. While you wait, look at car repair assistance for a car you already have, or car grants and low-interest loans.
Is Wheels of Success legit?
A local Florida nonprofit. Apply only through its official website. See our free car scam alerts for the warning signs.
Where Wheels of Success operates
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.

