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The non-profit Good News Mountaineer Garage began in 1999 when a group got together to plan a project to help their fellow West Virginians get on the road to independence.

Now the Good News Mountaineer Garage puts people on the road with the help of many individuals and organizations.

The Good News Mountaineer Garage accepts donations of vehicles that are repairable for a reasonable amount of money. These donated cars are then distributed to families with low incomes needing transportation to work.

You may be eligible for a tax deduction on your federal income taxes if your car is accepted. And you may also qualify for a direct state tax credit, when available, for half the value of your vehicle.

We provide donated cars to low income families across the entire state of West Virginia.

The program has helped more than 1000 families become self-supporting. A follow-up study found that one year after receiving a GNMG vehicles:

• 70% of the families went off public assistance
• 80% were working
• 13% were in job training

"My car made my life so much easier -- I was able to keep my job. If I could thank everyone who helped me I would. Everyone was so helpful and nice to me."

We rely on the generous contributions of vehicles, money and time from individuals, churches, organizations and businesses. Donate a car. Volunteer. Donate money to repair a car. Call 1-866-GIVECAR (448-3227) to learn how to help!