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Good News Garage Featured in WGBH Car Donation Story

If you’ve searched for WGBH car donation, you may have come across a recent feature about Good News Garage on All Things Considered. The story, titled “This New England Nonprofit Fixes Up and Gives Away Cars to People Who Need Them”, highlights how our organization helps individuals and families in need gain access to reliable […]

The Green Forester

A green Subaru Forester that was donated to Good News Garage

Soultana’s Struggle Back in 2014, Soultana’s life had narrowed to a single bedroom. She had just moved back in with her parents, sharing the small space with her young son. She’d left behind a broken Volvo she couldn’t afford to fix and was starting over—again. A new job at Granite State Independent Living brought purpose, […]

A Donated Car Helps a Ukrainian Family Rebuild Their Lives in New England

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Starting Over In the serene hills of Vermont, Dmytro’s journey is a testament to the profound impact of a simple act of generosity. Once a pediatric doctor in Ukraine, Dmytro’s life was upended by war. Forced to flee with his family, he found hope and a new beginning in the United States. Faced with the […]

Jamie’s Success Story – 10 Years in the Driver’s Seat

A Honda Odyssey minivan

It’s amazing how much life can change in 10 years. In 2014, Jamie had just given birth to her second child, a boy, and was struggling to make ends meet. A low-paying job at McDonald’s was the best she could do without having access to a reliable car. The job was on the bus line, […]

Good News Garage Appoints New Director of Operations

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We are pleased to announce the promotion of Tyler Sullivan to the position of director of operations. Tyler steps into the role after serving as the program manager for GNG’s Ready To Go micro-transit program. “Tyler possesses a keen focus on customer service combined with a drive for operational efficiency as well as innovation,” said […]

Donating Used Tires in New England

Stacks of used car tires

A set of car tires can be a considerable expense for drivers. On average, a set of four new car tires costs over $600. If they are lightly used and in good condition, you may be interested in donating used tires to help a neighbor in need. Your Tire Donation Options This is a list […]

Donate a Classic Car to Charity

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There may be some debate about what classifies a car as classic, antique, or vintage – more on that below. But one thing is for certain, donating a classic car to charity is a great way for an older car to make a big impact here and now, in the present day. Where you donate […]

Roundup: GNG Car Recipients in the News

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Every year at Good News Garage, we award between 150 and 200 refurbished donated cars to neighbors in need. Some of these car recipients share their stories with the newspapers and TV stations in their hometowns. Good News Garage car recipients often come from difficult circumstances and are working hard to steer their lives in […]

Where Do Donated Cars Go?

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Have you ever wondered, “where do donated cars go?” Maybe you have been looking into donating a car. Or, maybe you’ve just seen a lot of commercials about it lately. What happens to your car after you give it to a charity may be important to you for several reasons. It could affect the value […]