Where to get gas help
- Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, St. Vincent de Paul and local churches often give gas cards.
- TANF and workforce programs may give gas cards for work, training or job search.
- Medicaid may pay mileage for trips to medical appointments in some states.
- Community action agencies sometimes offer fuel help.
- Call 2-1-1 for current gas assistance near you.
Save on fuel
- Use free gas price apps and store loyalty programs
- Keep tires inflated and remove extra weight
- Combine errands into one trip
How to ask for a gas card
- Call 2-1-1 and ask which local agencies give gas cards this month.
- Call early in the month, since many funds run out.
- Explain the trip: a job interview, the first weeks at a new job, medical care or school.
- Bring ID, proof of address and, if you can, proof of the appointment or job.
Longer-term fuel savings
If gas is a constant strain, look at the bigger picture: a more fuel-efficient car (see buying a used car on a budget), carpooling with coworkers, employer vanpools or commuter benefits, and reduced-fare transit for some trips. State TANF transportation help can also include fuel for work activities.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a typical gas voucher?
Most charity gas cards are small, often $20 to $50, and are given once or a few times a year.
Related help
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- Ohio
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- North Carolina
- Michigan
- Illinois
- All 50 states + DC
Reviewed November 2026. This page was researched using official government and program sources. Programs change often, so please confirm details with each program before applying. How we research.