Our Mission
With a passion for cars and helping those in need, Second Chances Garage seeks to make a difference in our community of Frederick County, Maryland, by offering “second chances” for individuals and families on their journey to independent living by providing assistance with their personal transportation needs.
Donate a Car and Help a family in need
Make a Difference in a Family's Life
Without a car, it is difficult to have regular access to food, education, and healthcare, let alone be considered for employment opportunities. At Second Chances Garage (SCG), we help low-income, wage earning individuals and families, who are referred by our Partner Agencies, get access to affordable transportation. Therefore, making them more independent and empowered to get back in the driver’s seat of life again.
The Need In Frederick County
3,700
Low-income households without cars in Frederick County alone
Data provided by United Way of Frederick County through its programmatic surveys.
Our Impact
vehicles Awarded to families
0
Our Recipients
Women: 65%
Men: 35%
Black or African American: 49%
Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish: 5%
White: 44%
Asian 2%
Women with
dependent children: 81%
What Others are Saying
Donate your car to a good cause.
Gary PrestonCEO
I love this place. I got one of their program cars and am so thankful! I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for quality service! And everyone is always so nice! Thanks Second Chances!
Erin B.CEO
Second Chances Garage is doing GREAT work for the Frederick County community. The staff in the garage are all very kind and knowledgeable when it comes to car repair. They have an awesome program for low income families. I recommend everyone donate their used cars to this organization instead of "trading in" at the dealership to help build up this community and give back to this great cause!
Erin Garrett-GlaspellCEO
Dear John & Staff,
I would like to commend you for your honest employees. You guys were extremely helpful and honest, about the work on my Jeep. Without Second Chances I wouldn’t be able to get things done, anywhere else would be too expensive for me. As you know I’m on disability only get $793.00 cu month. And after rent, paying bills, I don’t have enough for much else. You all are fantastic and love you all.
Tami Smith
Thank you for all your help over the years! I took my car to Freestate and no issues with my muffler. It's nice to know I can count on you guys for honesty and assistance in this very dishonest business.
Kelly Hughes
They helped me get my Acura on the road. Very professional people. Wow. Went out of their way for the customer. Definitely can trust the people at Second Chances they are amazing!
Nick Y.
Great people, wonderful mission to help those that need it, fair and honest dealings.
Kirk Monsees
We donated our second car to this garage. It was an easy and fast transfer with no complications.
Jay Hnilo
Grateful for the care and services they provide to the community.
Missy Miller
I went and it was easy. I got the car I wanted, they worked with me and I appreciate it. Anyone needing a car this is the place to go, plus you contribute to charity, ask for John.
Solita Goodrich-Green
Great folks doing great things for the community! John and Katie made putting a car on the road far less stressful.
Rob Kelly
Very friendly people who genuinely care. I purchased a car from John, and the process was so easy. Would highly recommend.
Ken Bosic
Great people and an awesome organization to donate your car to. Really nice to see a program that gives back to the community.
Ken BosicCEO