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GNG Celebrates 25 Years of Car Donors Changing Lives

On September 9, 2021, Good News Garage (GNG) celebrated its 25-year anniversary at our Burlington, Vermont headquarters. The event drew dozens of supporters, including founders of the organization, car donors, partners and volunteers. Vermont Senator Patrick Leahy and Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger joined in the celebration by speaking about the important role that Good News […]

Tom

September 14, 2021

The Truth About (Most) Car Donation Programs

If you’re thinking about donating a car, you’re not alone. Thousands of Americans search every month for terms like “how to donate a car,” “car donation charity,” and “where to donate a car near me.” Most donors have the same goal: to help someone in need with reliable transportation. But there’s a reality many people […]

Tom

May 6, 2026

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 […]

Tom

June 9, 2025

The Green Forester

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, […]

Tom

April 18, 2025

Using Car Donations to Reduce Tax Liability: A Smart and Generous Strategy for Planned Giving

When looking for ways to reduce your tax liability, car donations can provide a unique opportunity to both benefit your finances and contribute to a meaningful cause. For those considering charitable donations as part of a planned giving strategy, donating a vehicle offers significant tax advantages. At Good News Garage, we help donors maximize these […]

Tom

October 15, 2024

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

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 […]

Tom

April 25, 2024

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

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, […]

Tom

March 4, 2024

Good News Garage Appoints New Director of Operations

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 […]

Tom

January 24, 2024

Donating Used Tires in New England

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 […]

Tom

December 18, 2023

Called to Action: Ascension Lutheran Sponsors Tanya’s Suzuki

A longtime Good News Garage supporter, Ascension Lutheran Church, goes the extra mile to help us award a life-changing donated car.

Tom

May 19, 2023

Help People and Planet with a New EV Purchase

A charitable car donation can help make an even bigger difference when purchasing an EV. Take advantage of all available incentives and upgrade your ride.

Tom

March 27, 2023

Paul Budnitz Donates his Classic 1984 Mercedes

Entrepreneur and artist Paul Budnitz explains why he chose to donate his classic 1984 Mercedes Benz to the car donation charity Good News Garage.

Tom

June 3, 2022

Donate a Classic Car to Charity

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 […]

Tom

June 1, 2022

Roundup: GNG Car Recipients in the News

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 […]

Tom

April 13, 2022

Where Do Donated Cars Go?

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 […]

Tom

March 30, 2022

The Best and Worst Car Donation Charity Programs

On the surface, most car-donation options seem the same. But if you look under the hood, you’ll see some very big differences.

Tom

May 13, 2026

The Truth About (Most) Car Donation Programs

If you’re thinking about donating a car, you’re not alone. Thousands of Americans search every month for terms like “how to donate a car,” “car donation charity,” and “where to donate a car near me.” Most donors have the same goal: to help someone in need with reliable transportation. But there’s a reality many people […]

Tom

May 6, 2026

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 […]

Tom

June 9, 2025

The Green Forester

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, […]

Tom

April 18, 2025

Using Car Donations to Reduce Tax Liability: A Smart and Generous Strategy for Planned Giving

When looking for ways to reduce your tax liability, car donations can provide a unique opportunity to both benefit your finances and contribute to a meaningful cause. For those considering charitable donations as part of a planned giving strategy, donating a vehicle offers significant tax advantages. At Good News Garage, we help donors maximize these […]

Tom

October 15, 2024

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

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 […]

Tom

April 25, 2024

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

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, […]

Tom

March 4, 2024

Good News Garage Appoints New Director of Operations

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 […]

Tom

January 24, 2024

Donating Used Tires in New England

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 […]

Tom

December 18, 2023

Called to Action: Ascension Lutheran Sponsors Tanya’s Suzuki

A longtime Good News Garage supporter, Ascension Lutheran Church, goes the extra mile to help us award a life-changing donated car.

Tom

May 19, 2023

Help People and Planet with a New EV Purchase

A charitable car donation can help make an even bigger difference when purchasing an EV. Take advantage of all available incentives and upgrade your ride.

Tom

March 27, 2023

Paul Budnitz Donates his Classic 1984 Mercedes

Entrepreneur and artist Paul Budnitz explains why he chose to donate his classic 1984 Mercedes Benz to the car donation charity Good News Garage.

Tom

June 3, 2022