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Every car has a story

Across the country, individuals and families are discovering that a car’s value goes far beyond the miles on its odometer. For many donors, parting with a vehicle means closing a chapter filled with memories.  In choosing to donate their vehicle to Habitat, they turn those memories into momentum for families who need safe, affordable housing. 

We want you to hear first-hand testimonials of donors who transformed the stories held in their cars into new beginnings for others. Their generosity shows how letting go with purpose can help build stronger futures, one vehicle at a time. 

Real donors. Real impact.

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Gregory’s 1972 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle

I have been a volunteer at the Lancaster Restore for several years, so it felt good knowing it would benefit such a great organization. Letting go wasn’t easy, but it felt right to give the bug a new life, knowing it would make a difference for someone else. As we handed over the keys, we were flooded with memories of those formative years, grateful for the joy the car brought us and proud that its story would continue, helping others create their own memories. — Gregory, Lancaster Lebanon Habitat for Humanity

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Lindsay’s 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan

This minivan has carried us to hundreds of practices, soccer games, cross-country meets, lacrosse games, family camping vacations to far-flung corners of North America... Greta/The Silver Bullet/Gray Van, thanks for the memories, and may you serve other families well! — Lindsay, Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Arkansas.
 



 

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Natalie’s 1988 Nissan Maxima

This Maxima has been in my family since it was first purchased by my grandma in 1988. It went on to become my mother’s car in the 90s and we have kept the ownership in the family. It has been passed off to different members of both sides of my family decade after decade... Unfortunately, when it broke down last Summer, we haven’t had the time or resources to get it fixed again... I’m grateful for the reliability this car has given my family and me over the last 38 years. — Natalie, Austin Habitat for Humanity

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Bahiyyih’s 2015 Chevrolet Malibu

I loved this car, and this car helped create so many joyful moments in my life, that I thought it was only best to share the love with others. I hope that the money it is sold for will also create more joy in someone else’s life. Thank you for creating this opportunity for me to give back. May the blessings keep pouring. — Bahiyyih, Habitat for Humanity Northwest Metro Atlanta.



 
 

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Jodi’s 1987 Mercedes-Benz 420 Series

My father was an antique car enthusiast. He and my mother travelled all over the United States to attend car shows. He frequently would show his Mercedes at different shows. Before he passed away, he told me he wanted me to have the car. It is about time for me to move on, and [I know] donating this car to Habitat for Humanity would make him happy. 
— Jodi, Snyder-Union-Northumberland Habitat for Humanity

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Chris’ 2007 Toyota Highlander

My Dad bought this car new. When he passed away 5 years ago, I inherited it. My wife, two daughters, and myself promptly named the car “G-Diddie” in his honor. It is with great sadness to say goodbye, but hopefully this donation can benefit others on their life’s journey!  — Chris, Sea Island Habitat for Humanity.


 


 

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Juanita’s 1996 Volvo 960

The car belonged to my father-in-law. When illness prevented him from driving, the car sat idle until my son was old enough to drive. He drove it for 6 years. We typically donate our cars, and this is our first donation to Habitat for Humanity. We pray it will be a blessing! 
— Juanita, Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity

 


 

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Alain’s 2010 Toyota Camry

[This] family car helped my son through college; now it’s time to help others. — Alain, Habitat for Humanity of Orange County.

 

 

 

 

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Benjamin’s 2012 Chevrolet Cruz

This was my first car that I owned myself. It helped me get to work and it took care of me, so I want it to help take care of someone else. — Benjamin, 2012 Chevrolet Cruz, Dorchester Habitat for Humanity

 

 

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Alisa’s 2007 Hyundai Tiburon

As a local Realtor, I understand the need for affordable housing. Habitat for Humanity is very active in my community, and I chose to donate the vehicle to help support their local efforts. I hope it can do some good down the line. — Alisa, Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley

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Justin’s 2007 Hyundai Sonata

After serving my family and me faithfully for over 15 years, to me it feels right to donate my Hyundai to a cause I believe in, and, in some small way, that this car was part of.  — Justin, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newark
 

Red CRV and a woman standing next to it in a purple sweater.

Joanne’s 1999 Honda CRV

I chose to make a donation to Habitat for Humanity in honor of President Jimmy Carter. I learned about Carter’s commitment to activism when I wrote a book report on his memoir during middle school. — Joanne, Truckee Meadows Habitat for Humanity

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Charlotte’s 2006 Acura MDX

Big Red is over 15 years old and has been a source of consistency, always reliable. I am sad to let go, but I am glad Big Red can help Habitat. It is time for you to serve a different purpose. – Charlotte, Essex County Habitat for Humanity 
 

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Marcia’s 2007 Toyota Prius

I’m donating my car to Habitat for Humanity of Sonoma County because it’s the organization of choice in my family for a number of years. It is important to me to follow in my parents’ footsteps by donating my car. Even with the condition of the car not being so great, I can be happy that we did a little good with a car that was so dependable and that I’ve always been grateful for. – Marcia, Habitat for Humanity of Sonoma County 

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Jeffery’s 1994 Ford Ranger

This was the vehicle my brother and I learned to drive a manual transmission. This was the first vehicle I really discovered my road-warrior spirit. As long as my folks didn’t mind me being gone, I would travel to either end of North Carolina and back in a day. Just me and my case of mixtapes. She’s a good truck and I can’t think of a better way to further its value than to donate to Habitat for Humanity. – Jeffery, Habitat for Humanity of the Sanford Area, NC

Tan Ford Taurus

Michael’s 1999 Ford Taurus

We have so many memories involving our dear car, GB, including the girls learning to drive. But now it is time to let GB go. Maybe she can still give a young family their own memories. Thanks for taking us on adventures and keeping us safe all those years. – Michael, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles

 

 

 

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Evie’s 2004 Chevy Aveo

This 2004 Chevy Aveo has been in my family since I was a kid. My boyfriend and I named it Snowball for its color and its surprisingly decent handling in the winter. I even got a “SNWBLL” personalized plate. I chose to donate Snowball to Habitat for Humanity because it’s been a great car for me for so long. I wanted it to be able to make a difference for somebody else, too. – Evie, Palouse Habitat for Humanity

Gray Subaru in the mountains with a family and two dogs.

Daniel’s 2011 Subaru Outback

The Outback was the first car my husband and I bought together as a married couple, and it took us on so many adventures! Eventually, it had one too many repairs, and we decided to give it to Habitat for Humanity. We knew we wanted to donate it and believe in what Habitat does for families and communities. – Daniel, Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver

 

blue mini cooper in the mountains.

Gregor’s 2012 Mini Cooper

We are so sad to have our dear Harriet go. We couldn’t just sell it to a random person; we felt that our parting ways should be meaningful. We decided to donate it to the wonderful cause that Habitat for Humanity stands for, as we believe housing to be an inalienable human right. – Gregor, Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay 


 

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