FreeCharityCars.org

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FreeCharityCars.org is the free car division of 1-800-Charity Cars, a nonprofit organization that accepts donated vehicles to be given to families who are without transportation. The organization has been featured on Oprah, Good Morning America and in People magazine. The company has gifted more than $70 Million worth of vehicles nationwide.

Free Charity Cars gives away donated cars throughout the United States to those in need, including:

• Domestic violence victims (the application is not made public and is only viewable for staff) 

• The medically needy

• Victims of natural disasters

• Families transitioning from public assistance to work

• Families living in transitional living shelters

• The working poor

• Nonprofit organizations

• Military families

Those interested in applying for a free car from Free Charity Cars can complete the vehicle request form on the website, which requires applicants:

• U.S. resident 

• 18 years old

• Have a valid driver’s license

• Be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level

• Have a genuine need for a vehicle (meaning you lack any sustainable transportation)

• Have access to a computer and internet service

• Have the financial means to pay for tags, title, emissions, insurance, etc.

• Be available to pick up the vehicle as soon as the process is complete and the vehicle is ready for pick up

• Take financial responsibility for maintaining insurance and upkeep on the vehicle once awarded