Apply for help
Need Help With Your Vehicle?
We know when your car breaks down, life gets harder fast. SHIFT Garage helps families stay on the road through affordable repairs and reliable transportation options.
- Dignity-first process
- clear communication
- Serving Sioux Falls & Rapid City
You’re not alone
More than just a repair bill.
When transportation fails, everything else gets harder:
- Stability
- Appointments
- Childcare
- School
- Work
How the process works
Apply Online
Tell us about your situation and vehicle
We Review
Our team will reach out and learn more.
Inspection
We inspect the vehicle and provide an estimate.
Pay For Parts
Clients purchase the parts. We cover the labor.
Repairs
Our volunteers get to work on your car.
On the Road
You get back on the road.
Affordable Repairs
Clients pay for parts – we donate the labor.
- Free labor on qualified repairs
- Focused on safety & reliability
- Honest communication
- Clear plan before work begins
Vehicle Options
Reliable vehicles at prices people can afford.
- Donated vehicles
- Affordable inventory
- Financing partnerships
- Safe & Reliable
Vehicles for Sale
Reliable Vehicles at Prices People Can Afford
Every vehicle helps fund repairs and transportation support for families in our community.
2014 Dodge grand Caravan SXT
171,000 Miles
$ 5,500
2016 Escape Titanium
156,000 Miles
$ 8,600
Car Repairs on a Fixed Income | Linda’s Shift Garage Story
She Had Been Praying for a Place Like This For Linda, an aging car and a fixed income brought a familiar kind of stress. What she found at Shift Garage was more than a repair shop. It was a place of peace, kindness, and practical help when she needed it most. When an Old Car […]
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies for assistance?
All are welcome to apply. But, not all will be approved
What repairs do you cover?
SHIFT Garage repairs vehicles for those in need, focusing on mechanical issues and what keeps you safely on the road.
Please note these limits:
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Repairs are limited to mechanical issues
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Tires are not serviced
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Transmissions and internal engine issues are not serviced
Do I have to pay anything?
For approved applicants:
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You pay for parts.
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Repairs are performed with no labor costs and no markup on parts.
Do you sell cars to the public?
Absolutely! Every car sold helps even more families with their car needs.
Can I donate my car?
Yes! You would be surprised what we can do with the cars that are donated.
Where are you located?
We serve Sioux Falls & Rapid City, South Dakota and their surrounding areas.