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We empower foster youth transitioning into adulthood and independent living by providing access to reliable personal transportation. We believe that mobility is fundamental to independence, and by equipping young people aging out of the foster care system with vehicles, we help open doors to stable employment, continued education, essential healthcare, and secure housing. Our goal is to eliminate transportation barriers and create pathways to a brighter, healthier, and more self-sufficient future for every youth we serve.

The First Car Project is a symbiotic effort between donors, talented mechanics and car nuts, businesses and foundations. Together they've created a unique non-profit capable of changing lives while keeping costs at an absolute minimum and without any paid staff. If you're wanting to make an impact, there are many ways to multiply your gift...whether that's in-kind, financial or even with a vehicle donation.
Interested in applying for your First Car? Applications are accepted on a scheduled basis, and cars are gifted several times a year at our Giveaway Events! The gift includes a well-maintained safe used vehicle, it's been equipped with safety features, has been professionally detailed and includes insurance for one year.
Every year, hundreds of teens age out of foster care in the state of Kentucky, without an adoptive family, nor the resources most of us take for granted. The First Car Project brings together community members, businesses, and vehicles, to gift qualifying teens with their first car. By providing reliable transportation and insurance, we are providing more than a car, we're providing a vehicle to success in life. Thank you for your interest and contribution!
THE IMPACT
Since 2024, First Car Project has gifted 12 First Cars to deserving applicants, including a young man wanting to get a job, a young mom needing to transport her child to appointments, teens in independent living without other transportation options and more. Each chosen applicant must meet the requirements outlined in our process because we believe that following the steps in our process will provide the best support and model for ongoing success.
Don't miss your opportunity to apply—Applications open March 1, 2026!
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“First of all, I want to say thank you so much again. This car has made a difference in my life; I am able to go anywhere without asking someone for a ride, I have been able to ride to appointments for myself and also take my son to appointments when my foster parents are busy.” --Johana, 2024 recipient

"I cannot thank you enough for the gift upon graduating...A CAR! It's running great and I absolutely love it. This not only helped me but my family. It has relieved so much stress off of me... I feel confident that I will go someplace with this... Much Love, Derek"
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