Accessible Van Giveaway

Greater mobility equals greater freedom. The Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation’s one-of-a-kind assistance program regularly awards wheelchair-accessible vans to families needing reliable transportation.

The window for the 2026 cycle is closed. Applications are currently under review.

The next cycle will be open December 1st , 2026 and close the following February 15th.

To apply for MDFF’s Accessible Van Giveaway, an individual must meet the following:

Be diagnosed with muscular dystrophy or a neuromuscular disease (see applicable diseases listed on the MDA website)
Reside in the state of Indiana, and have a need for a mobility van
Enroll here with MDFF
Have the financial resources to pay for insurance, plates and maintenance of the vehicle

Other van resources:

National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association: If you are outside Indiana, you can visit their website to learn of programs and assistance in your specific area.
The Jett Foundation: For those with Duchenne, this national organization offers accessible vehicle assistance.
Bridge to Mobility is a national non-profit providing last-dollar funding assistance for wheelchair accessible vehicles. If you are in need of additional dollars to help bridge the gap in order to bring your accessible vehicle home, ask your NMEDA dealer to apply for Bridge to Mobility funding.

Support the Accessible Van Giveaway Program

Your contribution is a selfless investment in someone else’s life. For every $1 donated, $0.70 goes directly to changing the life of a family in our community. All donations are tax-deductible.

Donate to MDFF

Meet Our Previous Van Recipients

The Ball Family

2025 Accessible Van Recipient
The Hackworth Family

2025 Accessible Van Recipient
The Wickizer Family

2024 Accessible Van Recipient
The Rodriguez Family

2024 Accessible Van Recipient
Thomas

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Patient

MDFF Accessible Van Giveaway Recipient
Kamaria

Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) II Patient

MDFF Accessible Van Giveaway Recipient