How To Get A Car Donated From A Dealership

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When we look back, we get to know that having a car was pure luxury. But things have changed a lot. Now, it has become a necessity.

If you need to go to work or drop your kids at school and constantly struggle to find adequate public transport, owning a car is a must for you. Else, you cannot go about in your daily life.

However, ideal situations never exist. What if you can't afford to get a car? Families with low income, single moms, or dads struggle to find a car just because they can't afford it. And wonder, is there any legitimate way to get a free car.

If you are also one of those looking for a free car, we have good news for you.

There are many ways to get a free car.

Many charity agencies, such as non-profit organizations, help needy people in obtaining a free donated automobile. The automobile may be a new or used one but will definitely be in good condition.

So, stay with us and find different ways to get a donated car.

How Can You Find A Free Car?

To get a free donated car from organizations, you must meet a preset eligibility criterion. The criteria may include earning below a certain amount etc. and vary from place to place and organization to organization.

But generally, the following will fall under eligibility criteria:

Low-income families
The working poor
Active Military
Veterans
Families that transition from public assistance to work
Victims of domestic violence
Victims of natural disasters
People with medical needs and disabilities
Families in transitional shelters

Ways to Get Donated Car

Charity Organizations

Here is the list of organizations where you can get a free donated car:

800-Charity Cars (1-800-Charity Cars) helps low-income families get a free car. The candidates include veterans, families in transitional living shelters, victims of natural disasters, and domestic abuse.
Good News Garage donates cars, trucks, and vans to eligible candidates. This program is available in New England, Vermont, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. Each state has its own guidelines, so read them carefully before contacting the regional GNC office.
Cars4Christmas provides free cars to eligible candidates all around the year. You can fill the form and get a free car if found eligible.
OnlineCarDonation.com is a car donation company that offers free cars, trucks, or vans to families and individuals.
Cars4Heroes provides free cars to veterans, active military or their families, and first responders.
Online Car Donation helps needy families. It reviews vehicle donation request on a case by case basis and then respond.
Vehicles for change provide donated cars, but they will not be completely free. The company offers low-cost vehicles, as stated by the company.
With causes supports veterans, victims of domestic violence, and homeless people in various ways. So, you may get a car if you explain your situation properly.
Modest Needs assist needy people in the United States and Canada. It doesn't provide cars but gives grants to purchase a vehicle.
United Way Worldwide works in over 40 countries. It can help you find a nearby resource to get a free car.

Get Donated Car from Dealership

As more dealerships are coming up with charity programs to donate cars, you may get one. Usually, dealerships donated car programs are directed toward non-profit organizations, but they also choose individuals and families.

So, it is better to try this option and contact the local dealership to explain your situation. You can check the eligibility criteria, the procedure to apply for donated cars, and tips to present your case successfully (Check in application gov).

Goodwill

Goodwill can help you in multiple ways. Approaching them and explaining your situation might help you get a way out.

As people also donate cards to Goodwill, you may be the lucky one to get that card. Otherwise, goodwill may direct you to a local dealership or other resources that can help you get a donated car.

Contact Your Local Church

Another great way to land a good resource is through contacting the local church. Church will not give you a donated car, but it will direct you to good local resources. It's is because various charities and individuals work with churches to help needy people.

Try Crowdfunding

If you do not succeed in any of the above options, you can try setting up a donation page at crowdfunding sites. These sites can help you collect a reasonable amount of money from a large number of people.

So, even if donations from each person are small, you will get a considerable amount after adding it all.

Some crowdfunding sites are:

Indiegogo
Fundable
GoFundMe
RocketHub
Kickstarter
Fundly

Owning a car can solve a lot of your problems. It can give you the independence to direct your life and make your financial situation better.

There are many ways to get a donated car, and we have tried listing all these ways. So, do try the ways mentioned above. Hopefully, you will succeed in getting a donated car.

The views expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of The World Financial Review.