Car Care Program

Free or Low-Cost Cars

Eligible people can receive free or low cost cars

Description

Free or low cost vehicles are provided to people who qualify on the basis of income, age or disability

Additional Information

Accepts donated vehicles and supplies them to families who meet eligibility criteria and need reliable transportation for work, school and medical needs.

Features

  • Area Served by County
    • Douglas County
    • Otter Tail County
    • Pope County
    • Stevens County
  • Payment
    • Sliding fee scale
  • Specialization
    • People with low income

Eligibility

To be eligible applicants must have:

  • A referral by a workplace, agency or church that explains the need and compliance with their program.
  • A current driver's license
  • Proof of residency in Douglas, Pope, Stevens or Otter Tail County
  • Current pay stub or proof of other income
  • This car must be the sole means of transportation for your household
  • Be willing to attend car clinic classes
  • The ability to obtain car insurance

Individuals who have received a car or car repairs previously from the Car Care Program are not eligible.

An application checklist can be found online to assist.

Application Instructions

To apply will first need a referral by a workplace, agency or church.

Fee

Affordable or no cost depending on eligibility.

Location

4353 County Road 82 SE, Alexandria, MN, 56308

Area Served

Douglas, Pope, Stevens and Otter Tail Counties

Phone Numbers

  • Primary Contact for this program: 320-460-7911

Email

kris@carcareprogram.org

Websites

Other Services at this Location

Last Update

12/19/2025