How to Request a Vehicle from A Good Shepherd

Eligibility requirements
To qualify, you must meet all of the following criteria:

Residency & licensing
Maryland resident with a valid Maryland driver's license, residing within Montgomery County.

Referral required
A written or email referral from a county/city social services agency or recognized faith-based organization. Recipients of Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA), non-custodial parents of TCA recipients, or youth aging out of foster care may use the MD Transportation Assistance Program (TAP) as their sponsoring agency.

Employment
Full-time employment of at least 30 hours per week, or a verifiable job offer or recent employment within the last 30 days.
Stable housing

Applicants must have stable, permanent housing and not be currently experiencing homelessness.

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Financial capacity
Demonstrated income sufficient to cover vehicle ownership costs (insurance, maintenance, fuel) alongside household expenses. Recent pay stubs or equivalent documentation required.

Additional requirements
No DWIs or DUIs. No other vehicle in the household. Drug-free. Ability to cover taxes, tags, and title (approximately $500). No participation in a free car grant or donation program within the past six months. Applicants under 25 must have dependent children

We are actively working to establish a formal referral partnership with the DSS, appreciate your patience as that process is finalized.

Please note: A Good Shepherd, Inc. does not operate its own auto repair facility. We contract and pay local community-based repair shops to inspect and prepare donated vehicles, and we warmly welcome partnerships with auto service providers who share our heart for neighbors in need.