Jonah JacobsThere are ways to get a free car, though, so keep reading to see what it takes to qualify.
Unless you live in a big city with a solid public transportation system or everything is within walking distance, you’ll need a car to get around town. But if you’re barely making ends meet, affording that car can be an impossible obstacle to overcome.
Believe it or not, there are ways to get a free car so you can get the transportation you need without paying out of pocket. We’ll share some examples of free car resources in a second. But first, let’s answer a common question: Can you get a free car from the government?
The answer is no, as there are no assistance programs where the government offers free cars.
And while you can get government assistance via housing, food, healthcare, etc., that can free up money to buy a vehicle, remember this: Getting a free car from one of the following resources could count as extra income that may disqualify you from whatever assistance you’re receiving. In other words, pay attention to the fine print before accepting that vehicle, or check with your government assistance programs to ensure you have the green light to proceed.
Cars 4 Christmas
Every year, Cars 4 Christmas gives away 20 vehicles to those in need. You have to apply to be considered, and those who have been negatively impacted by disability, illness, tragedy, natural disasters, etc., are most likely to win.
As you can imagine, Cars 4 Christmas gets thousands of free vehicle applications per year. And even though there are only 20 winners, don’t let that stop you from applying. Even if you don’t win, your story could get noticed by a private donor who will find a way to help.
OnlineCarDonation.org
Here’s a website that specializes in offering free vehicles to charitable organizations, social service agencies, and families in need. To qualify, you’ll need to write to the site and explain your situation. They will then review your request to see if they can fill your needs.
Examples of situations where OnlineCarDonation.org has given away free vehicles in the past include:
- People with physical challenges who are able to drive.
- Military veterans and active duty members’ families.
- Private non-profit organizations.
- Families with or without children who are living in homeless shelters.
- Women who are victims of abuse.
- Families who are supporting themselves and becoming independent of government assistance.
On average, it takes about 30 days to get a yes or no from the site. If you don’t make the cut, reapply to see if you have any luck the second time around.
OnlineCarDonation.com
If this site sounds similar to the one above, that’s because they share nearly identical names, but they are different organizations. In other words, be sure to apply to OnlineCarDonation.com to up your chances of getting a free car.
