Churches That Still Help With Car Payments (2025)
- United Methodist Churches (UMC)
Many local Methodist churches run Car Ministry programs. These may cover:
Partial car payments
Emergency gas money
Help with repairs or overdue bills
Each church’s support depends on available donations and local need.
- Salvation Army
Some branches offer emergency financial help including:
Limited help with car payments
Car repairs if it’s required for employment or health
Funding is seasonal and may require proof of need.
- St. Vincent de Paul Society
Through their emergency assistance ministry, they may help with:
Partial car payments
Vehicle-related bills for low-income families
It’s more common to get help with repairs than loan payments, but it varies.
- Catholic Charities
Select offices may help with:
Transportation needs
Short-term financial help, including a car note in emergencies
Priority is often given to families, job seekers, or medical patients.
- Lutheran Social Services
In some states, they assist with:
Car payment support
Auto repair help
Check what’s available through your local Lutheran-affiliated outreach.
