Car Seat Distribution Programs
One of the first items an expectant parent needs is a car seat for their child. There are many low-cost or no-cost distribution programs throughout the country. Utilize this list of known resources by state.
If you know of other resources, not listed, or need to request an update to those provided below, please contact Safety Connection Virtual Services at [email protected]. The National Safety Council and Safety Connection Virtual Resource Center cannot guarantee that the programs listed here are currently distributing car seats or conducting car seat checks. The information provide is checked frequently for accuracy and updated as new information is obtained.
Last update 12.22.2025
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Alabama Department of Public Health – Child Passenger Safety Voucher Program
Statewide
By County
Jefferson County
Safe Kids Alabama -Children’s Alabama – 1-800-504-9768
Madison County
Safe Kids Huntsville – Huntsville Hospital – (256) 265-7288
Mobile County
Safe Kids South Alabama – USA Children’s and Women’s Hospital – (251) 415-1274
Tuscaloosa County
Safe Kids Tuscaloosa – (205) 469-1234
California Office of Traffic Safety – Listing of all distribution programs in the state. Look up programs by county and program.
Montezuma County Car Seat Program – (970) 565-3056
Morgan County Family Center – (970) 867-9606
Safe Kids Connecticut – Local Fitting Stations and Distribution Programs
Hope Pregnancy Center – Appointment Required- 203.271.2703
Southington Police Department – Fitting station and distribution program.
St. Gianna Pregnancy Resource Center – (203) 815-4999
Florida Farm Bureau (Statewide, Members Only) – Low Cost
St. Johns County Tax Collector – Project Buckle Up – (904) 209-2250 – [email protected]
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital (St. Petersburg) – Low Cost
Safe Kids Northeast Florida – Wolfson Children’s Hospital Car Safety Program – 904.202.4302
Tampa Police Department (Tampa) – By appointment
Statewide
Georgia Department of Public Health – Distribution programs through local Health Departments. Program requirements and eligiblilty are available at this link as well as how to find your local health department.
By County
Bartow County Fire & Emergency Services (Bartow County)
Safe Kids Cobb County – Children’s Hospital of Georgia – Schedule and Appointment
Safe Kids North Fulton (North Fulton County) – Locate an inspection station – Car seats available at some locations (low or no-cost)
Calhoun, Gordon County
Women’s Enrichment Center of Dalton – Registration Required- Classes are the 3rd Tuesday of each month (English) – 706-278-1050 Email: [email protected]
Hawaii State Child Passenger Safety Tax Credit – $25 per year applies to the purchase of a booster or child safety seat.
Safe Kids Hawaii – List of Inspection Stations
Statewide
St. Luke’s Children’s and Kohl’s – Right Seat 4 Kids 4 Care (Statewide) – (208) 381-3033
Safe Kids
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- Kootenai Health (Kootenai County) – (208) 666-2030 -A limited number of car seats are available for qualifying families on a donation basis
- Moscow Police Department, (208) 883-7054
- St Joseph Regional Medical Center-Family Beginnings, (208) 799-5430
- Success by 6 of the Palouse, (208) 882-7387
- Safe Kids Treasure Valley, (208) 381-3033
- Meridian Fire Department, (208) 884-0597
- Safe Kids of Magic Valley, (208) 814-7640
- Southeast District Health, (208) 478-6315
- Madison Memorial Hospital, (208) 359-6710
Statewide
OSF Healthcare Children’s Hospital of Illinois – 1-877-277-6543
Safe Kids Coalitions (Statewide)
- Safe Kids Macoupin County
- Safe Kids Winnebago County – Low Cost
- Safe Kids Chicago – Buckle Up Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Program (Chicago, Cook County) – Reduced cost
Buckle Up Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Program (Chicago, Cook County) – Reduced cost
CountyCare (Cook County) – 312-864-8200 to request a car seat
Women’s Care Clinic (Vermilion) – Program to earn points toward equipment including car seats.
Community Health Network Foundation – 800-777-7775
Indiana Child Safety Seat Inspection Stations
Luthern Social Services of Indiana – Gear Up for Safety – (260) 426-3347
Project Love Indiana Automotive Safety Program – Distributions are through the car seat inspection stations
Safe Kids Iowa
- Unity Point Health, Blank Children’s Hospital – Car seat installation assistance and need-based car seat distribution.
Stead Family Children’s Hospital Safety Store – To schedule an appointment for a car seat installation with a trained technician, call 319-356-3543
Baby Talk ICT (Wichita) – Six classes that include resources and equipment distribution. Sign Up for the next series of classes.
Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office, Statewide – Car Seat Check Events
Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) and North Kansas City Fire Department – To find out if you qualify for a car seat through the MARC and the Head Start program please call (816) 701-8347.
Jessamine County Health Department, Jessamine County – HANDS Program – Submit Referral
Norton Children’s Hospital – (502) 629-7358
Safe Kids Fayette County – Golisano Children’s – 859-323-1153
University Medical Center New Orleans, Statewide – Find local classes by region or date. Free or low cost car seats available.
Maine Families Washington County, Washington County – 207-255-0481
Safe Kids Maine – 207-830-1123 – Please contact us at [email protected] or (207) 830-1123 for instructions on how to schedule an appointment for a family in need of a car seat.
Southern Kennebec Child Development Corporation, Kennebec County
Safe Kids Frederick County, Frederick County
MARYLAND KIDS IN SAFETY SEATS (K.I.S.S.) – Call our Helpline at 800-370-SEAT (7328). If you receive our Voicemail, staff is with another caller. Please leave a message. Email: [email protected].
Boston Children’s Primary Care, Boston – 617-355-7332
Boston Children’s Hospital – 617-355-7332
Boston Medical Center – 617.414.8007
Statewide
Kids Always Ride Safe (KARS), Houghton and Keweenaw Counties – 906-487-6600 ext. 140
Maternal Infant Health Program, Statewide – Spectrum Health Lifestyles 616.754.6185
Safe Kids Michigan Coalitions
- Safe Kids Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph’s Counties
- Safe Kids Greater South Haven – [email protected] – Register for a Car Seat Class
- Safe Kids Kalamazoo County – Register for a Car Seat Class
- Safe Kids Oakland County – Classes and Events
- Safe Kids Greater Flint – (810) 262-9462
- Safe Kids Greater Thumb and Saginaw – 810-648-4098
- Safe Kids Mid-Michigan – 989-839-1387
- Safe Kids West Michigan – Use website to find your local contact.
- Safe Kids Greater Grand Rapids – Grand Rapids: 616-391-7233 Lakeshore: 616-748-2285
- Safe Kids Huron Valley – Michigan Medicine’s “Mott Buckle Up! – 734-763-2251
- Safe Kids North Shore – – (231) 947-3000 x1234
Statewide
Child Passenger Safety Program, Statewide – This website lists all state funded distribution programs by county.
Everyday Miracles – Pairs eligibility for a car seat with your insurance plan – Request form required and on website.
The Baby Blanket – Crib and Car Seat Program – Program information and intake form available online at the link.
Vadnais Heights City – Car seat check-ups Tuesday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. depending on staff availability. To make a car seat check-up appointment, please contact the Vadnais Heights Fire Department at 651-204-6030, or make a request online. Seats available by need and eligibility.
Carver County Public Health – Car seats available to those who meet income requirements. Call Carver County Public Health at (952) 361-1329 to learn more.
Mille Lacs County Community Health (Minnesota) – Call 320-983-8208 and ask to speak to someone regarding the car seat program to determine if your child is eligible.
Norman-Mahnomen Counties
Norman-Mahnomen Public Health Department – Call Norman-Mahnomen Public Health at 218-784-5425 or 218-935-2527 to learn more.
Renville County Public Health – Free car seat checks for all. (Free Car seats are available to PrimeWest members, Blue Plus members, and others who may qualify). Call 320-523-2570 to request a check or car seat.
Scott County Sheriff’s Office – (952) 496-8862.
Sherburne County Public Health – Low Cost
Mississippi State Department of Health, Statewide – The Safe Riders Magnolia Program – Write to the Safe Riders Magnolia program at [email protected] to find out whether you qualify for a car seat, and how to get one.
Farm Bureau Mississippi, Statewide – Through the Child Saver Program, Farm Bureau offers members the opportunity to order car seats and booster seats at a discounted price. To order, click here.
Callaway County Ambulance District, Callaway County -In order to qualify for a free car seat, you must apply for a voucher by going to SERVE, Inc., 4901 County Road 304, Fulton, MO 65251 to complete an application.
Cass County Health Department, Cass County – Must participate in a car seat safety workshop to receive a free car seat. To apply, call our office at 816-380-8425 for more information or fill out this application form.
Henry County Health Center, Henry County – Free car seats to county residents. Proof required.
Lawrence County Health Department (Lawrence County) – call (636) 528- 6117 EXt. 409 or schedule on their website.
Lebanon Missouri Child Seat Safety Program, Lebanon – Car Seats available to city residents. Proof required. Car Seat Appointment Form.
Platte County Buckle Up Kids Car Seat Program, Platte County – Platte County residents may qualify for a free car seat if income guidelines are met. Please complete an application or phone (816) 935-4094.
Safe Kids Columbia, Columbia – Please call 573-874-7644 to schedule a car seat inspection or if you need a car seat but cannot afford one. You must live in our service area and meet income guidelines to qualify.
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Safety Program, Statewide – Call the Safety Program office at 314-678-5474.
Statewide:
SafeSeat for Baby – Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Program, The Montana Coalition – SafeSeat for Baby provides car seats at no cost to Montana families in need. Families who receive car seats also undergo training on how to install and use the seat. For a family to be eligible, the local public health department or an early childhood specialist must refer them to the program.
Safer Start Montana, Statewide – This website lists car seat distribution programs receiving funds for car seats from their program.
By County:
Missoula County
Missoula County – For car seat requests call (406) 258-3880. You will receive a car seat voucher and a designated car seat fitting station location. You will make an appointment at that location to work with a certified staff member. Plan for one hour.
Ravalli County
Ravalli County Car Seat Program – Ph: 406-375-6672
Sumner County
Greater Gallatin Safety Commission, Bozeman – Healthy Gallatin – 406-582-3100 or [email protected]
Yellowstone County
Safe Kids Yellowstone County, Yellowstone County – Please Call: 406-259-9601 option 2
Safe Kids South Central at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings – We do have a limited number of car seats for sale, with a price reduction for those who have Medicaid, Kids Connection, or WIC. We do not have infant seats for sale. Please call: 402-460-5884
Three Rivers Public Health Department (Dodge, Saunders, and Washington counties) – Thanks to limited funding and while supplies last, we are able to offer car seats at a reduced cost to families in need. To qualify, certain eligibility requirements must be met. Appointments are required and available in both English and Spanish. Please call 402-727-5396 for more information or to schedule a car seat appointment.
Baby’s Bounty, Statewide – Must be referred by a community program using this referral form. Follow main website instructions.
Car Seats for Christy, Statewide – Program teams up with community partners to host car seat giveaway events in high need areas. At these events, caregivers can receive a car seat and have it installed by a child passenger safety technician. [email protected]
NyECC Child Car Seat Inspections & Installation, Nye County – NyECC-Panaca: 775-721-1171 – NyECC-Tonopah: 775-482-6561
Ron Wood Family Resource Center, Carson City – Child-safety seats for cars are available at reduced prices, usually between $10 and $45 (sometimes free), when we hold our car-seat events. Give us a call to learn about the next event. Call (775) 884-2269 for an educational appointment and to find out when the next child-safety event is scheduled.
WellSense – As a WellSense MassHealth ACO or MCO member, you may qualify for a car seat. Limitations and eligibility requirements may apply.
New Hampshire Pregnancy Centers – Most Pregnancy Centers in NH offer baby equipment, including car seats. Use this link to locate a center near you.
Burlington County Child Safety Seat Inspection Program – 609-265-3788 – Car Seat Distribution Application English – Español . Be sure to bring required documents.
Ride of My Life – 973-650-4014 – Contact us to refer a family for a car seat.
New Mexico Child Safety Seat Distribution Program, Statewide – Reduced Cost – Call to find a participating distribution site: 800-231-6145 or 505-856-6143.
Ardent Solutions Car Seat Distribution Program
Allegany County – Car seats are made available for free to parents and legal guardians of children from birth until the child is ready to ride safely without a seat. Contact 585-593-5223, ext. 1000
Cattaraugus County, families meeting eligibility requirements may also contact New York State Police in Olean at 1-716-372-0332 to access a child passenger safety seat.
Cornell Cooperative Extension (Livingston County) – Livingston County parents and caregivers only. Limited supply. Must meet program criteria. 585-991-5432
New Hope Family Services (Syracuse) – Call to be added to the car seat waitlist: (315) 437-8300
New York Connects (Washington County) – Program Brochure- Contact and Eligibility Information
Tremont Neighborhood Health Action Center, Bronx, NYC – Call 718-508-0629
Wayne County Public Health Child Safety Programs’ Car Seat Distribution Class – Free car seats require attendance to the class, and you must be a permanent Wayne County resident with a valid photo ID, and proof of current use of public assistance programs. Call 315-946-5749 or email [email protected] to register.
Statewide
Safe Kids North Carolina – NC Office of the State Fire Marshal – Provides information and listings of Safe Kids Coalitions in the state as well as Child Passenger Safety Diversion Programs and contacts. For a list of county-based coalitions to determine distribution programs visit Safe Kids Worldwide-Safe Kids North Carolina.
BuckleUp NC – The North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center has a listing of all BuckleUp Checking Stations in the state. Many of these stations will have low-cost or no-cost car seats available for eligible caregivers. Educational session is required.
Carolina Complete Health –Medicaid– New Parents’ Package Supplies – must be a member and have submitted a completed Notification of Pregnancy (NOP) Form (PDF) on file with Carolina Complete Health. Parent can choose a car seat for their package.
Smart Solutions Program (a Smart Start Initiative) – Several counties participate – Caldwell, Alexander, Iredell, Cabarrus, Hoke, Brunswick, Sampson, Duplin, Wayne, Onslow, Beaufort, Hyde, Halifax, Warren, Hertford, Northampton – Contact the local Partnership for Children Office for more information and an appointment.
By County –
Alexander County Safety Seat Program – 632-3799
Safe Kids Anson County – Families that qualify may purchase a child car seat for $50. 704-694-4036
Buncombe County
The Bear Closet – Multiple Locations – Baby Equipment, including car seats, free or reduced cost.
Safe Kids Western North Carolina – MAHEC – 828-418-0525 – Contact us to find a distribution program in Buncombe County.
Safe Kids Burke County – Low-cost car seats available with education – 828-764-9219
Safe Kids Caldwell County – Checking stations throughout county with car seats and low or no-cost. 828-426-8400
Chatham County Public Health Department’s Child Passenger Safety Program – (919) 742-5641
Cumberland County
Baby Store – Cumberland Co. Public Health – Spend Baby Bucks earned through participating programs. Call 910-433-3890 to secure a 15-minute appointment before arriving at the Health Department to get started.
Cumberland County Partnership for Children – Our Family Support Caseworkers are available by calling (877) 230-3024 or emailing Family Support. Our normal business hours are Monday – Thursday from 8 am – 5 pm and on Fridays from 8 am -12 pm
Buckle Up Davie – Residents of Davie County-Families receiving government assistance-Expecting parents (Car seats for unborn children can be scheduled one month before the due date) – Referral Form Required
Durham County
Welcome Baby – Low-cost or No-cost car seats-vary by program location. 919-560-7150
Safe Kids Eastern Carolina – Serves Lenoir, Jones and Greene Counties – $40 Copay for families that meet eligibility requirements. 252-939-1200 ext 222
Forsyth County – Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center – 336-878-6712
Safe Kids Guilford County – We are able to offer car seats for Guilford County families who are on financial assistance and need a new seat. Sign up for a seat at one of our community events by filling out this form.
Safe Kids Harnett County – 910-893-7550
Henderson
Henderson County – To see if you qualify for a free car seat or to schedule an appointment, please contact us at (828) 694-6086. Spanish and English-speaking technicians are available to answer your questions.
Henderson County Child Passenger Safety program – (828) 694-6086
Iredell Safe Seats Program – 704.878.9980
Jackson County Dept. of Public Health – Car seat distribution is provided with car seat education classes. By appointment only, with a JCDPH Program referral to the Car Seat Program. Spanish Classes are also available by appointment. Clients are encouraged to bring their car seat, if they have one, to the education class. 828-587-8257
Mecklenburg
Town of Mathews – bi-weekly car seat checking station – car seats may be available
Safe Kids New Hanover County – Most fire departments conduct car seat checks. Call (910)-798-6543 to ask about car seat distribution.
Onslow County
Smart Start – Three locations – Seats may be available. See website for location information.
City of Jacksonville – For more information on this service or to schedule an appointment, please call Jacksonville Fire and Emergency Services at 910 455-8080.
Orange County
Carrboro City – limited number of child safety seats available for distribution – Schedule Appointment
Safe Kids Pitt County – Low-cost car seats available at Winterville Fire and Rescue the third Friday of each month from 1:30 to 4:30 pm.
Safe Kids Randolph County – $30 copay if meet eligibity requirements. Appointment Only: 336-318-6196
Swain
Tsalagi Public Health – Low-cost car seats available and education provided.
Union County – List of Car Seat Checking Stations – Some have low-cost or no-cost car seats available. Call the location for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Wake County
Fuquay-Varina Child Passenger Safety Program – All Fuquay-Varina Fire Departments – No appointment needed. Low-cost or no-cost car seats may be available.
WakeMed – Safe Kids Wake County – Low-cost or no-cost car seats may be available – (919) 350-8364
Statewide
North Dakota Car Seat Distribution – North Dakota DHHS – Provides a listing of all car seat distribution programs in the state. If you cannot locate a program in a particular county, call 800.472.2286, press 1 for more help.
Burleigh County
Bismarck Child Safety Program – 701-355-1540
Dickey County
Dickey County Health District – A limited number of car seats are also available to families for distribution. In-office appointments are preferred. (701) 349-4348
Grand Forks County
Safe Kids Grand Forks – Website lists all checking stations and events in the Grand Forks area. Contact the checking station for distribution information.
McLean County
First District Health Unit – Check out our Car Seat Assistance Program page to see if you qualify. Car Seat Line: (701) 837-5195
Western Plains Counties: Grant, Mercer, Morton, Oliver, Sioux
Western Plains Public Health – Listing of checking stations. Low or no-cost seats may be available. Contact the appropriate person listed on the website for more information.
Stutsman & Logan Counties
Central Valley Health District – Free or reduced-price car seats. 701.252.8130
Ward County
First District Health Unit Car Seat Distribution Program – Any foster parent, or any parent or guardian who receives benefits through WIC, SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF, qualifies for one seat per child per stage for a reduced cost of $30.00 ($5.00 for backless boosters).
Statewide
Ohio Buckles Buckeyes (OBB) Child Passenger Safety Program, Statewide – Low-income car seat program available to residents in all 88 counties of Ohio provides child safety seats and booster seats to eligible, low-income families. Contact the regional coordinator of your county for assistance.
By County
Brown County
Brown Health – 4-Safety Car Seat Program – 401-444-2208 – [email protected]
Cuyahoga County
The Rainbow Store – Reduced cost car seats. Safety store hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Call us at 216-541-1645. Shop Online – Pick-up at UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital visitor parking garage.
Franklin County
Columbus Public Health Car Seat Program – Provides car seats and booster seats at a reduced cost to income-eligible families in Franklin County. (614) 645-7748
Mahoning County
Akron Children’s Hospital Car Seat Program – 330-729-9254
Summit County
Akron Children’s Hospital Car Seat Program – 330-543-8942
Statewide
Oklahoma Highway Safety Office, Injury Prevention Service, Safe Kids Oklahoma – Families may contact a county health department to schedule an appointment to have any car seat or booster seat checked free of charge to determine if it is properly installed. A limited number of car seats and booster seats are also available at no cost to families eligible for WIC benefits or who receive other government assistance such as Medicaid, SNAP, or TANF. A list of local county health departments is available.
Muskogee County
Muskogee County Emergency Medical Service – Financial need (self-certified) – By appointment: 918-683-0130, Monday thru Friday 9:00a.m. till 5:00p.m.
Oklahoma County
Bethany Children’s Health Center – There is a suggested donation of $20 per seat (cash only) with a maximum of one car seat per child and three car seats per family. (405)789-6711 Ext 2401
Catholic Charities – Check with your local Catholic Charities for program availability. Address: 1232 N Classen Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73106 Website: catholiccharitiesok.org Phone: (405) 523-3000
Infant Crisis Services – Hosts a special baby car seat event every two months. A small donation of $10 is requested for each car seat. Call 405-528-3663 to verify date, time and location.
Parent Promise – They offer a Resource Closet for infants and children, serving parents facing financial hardships. For appointment: (405) 232-2500
SPARC Car Seats: Single Parent Academic Resources Collaborative – 405-470-2304 – Car seats are distributed on a first come, first serve basis.
Benton and Linn Counties
The Albany Area Child Passenger Safety Program can provide low-cost seats to income-eligible families residing in Linn and Benton counties. A referral may be obtained from Love, Inc, or from WIC for families who are currently eligible for and receiving WIC benefits. Check with your local Health Department.
Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties
Doernbacher Children’s Hospital – If you need a low-cost car seat, please contact us to see if you are eligible for the Oregon Department of Transportation’s car seat distribution program. 503-418-5666 [email protected]
Legacy Health – [email protected] or call 503-413-4005.
Multnomah County Healthy Birth Initiative – Are pregnant, Black or African American, live in Multnomah County – Call 503-988-3387 to apply or refer a client, or fill out our referral form.
Columbia County
Safe Kids Lower Columbia – This program provides an interactive car seat program with one-on-one instruction, a $50 visa gift card just for keeping your appointment, and a free car seat if needed. (360) 575-6280
Josephine County
Grants Pass Fire and Rescue – Individuals on OHP or families working with WIC qualify for reduced-cost seats. The coalition provides convertible and combination seats for $30 cash and booster seats for $10 cash. We are unable to distribute seats outside of the scheduled distribution events. Call 541-450-6200 for information on the next distribution or seat check event.
Morrow and Umatilla Counties
Umatilla-Morrow Head Start, Inc – Families in/near Hermiston and Pendleton can get car seats for low-income families at a reduced cost. Convertible seats are available for $30, high-back boosters for $20, and no-back boosters for $10.
Baker, Malheur, Union and Wallowa Counties
Oregon Building Healthy Families – Contact us by the appropriate county.
Polk, Marion, and Yamhill Counties
Bambinos Oregon – Must be a client of Bambinos residing in Polk, Marion, or Yamhill Counties. A $30 non-refundable deposit must be paid in advance to Bambinos, Oregon in order to receive a car seat. You will be given a receipt and an appointment reminder to bring with you to your car seat appointment or car seat clinic where you will obtain the new seat.
Salem Right to Life Center – Visit website to apply. All courses are provided online. Upon completion of a course, you will earn Baby Bucks to redeem with us or our partners for items ranging from cribs to diapers and wipes! English and Spanish
Tillamook County
Care Inc – (503) 842-5261
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia – You must have a written prescription/referral from a healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, social worker, etc.) along with an EBT Access card and photo identification. The prescription/referral form must state your need for a child safety seat, your child’s name, date of birth, height and weight. If you’re expecting, it must state your need for a child safety seat and expected delivery date. You can now complete the application online.
By County
Lancaster County
Brickerville Fire Company – 717-723-8338
East Cocalico Police Department – 717-336-1725
Lancaster City Bureau of Fire – 717-291-4867
Lancaster City Bureau of Police – 717-735-1795
Lancaster Township Fire Company – [email protected], [email protected]
Lancaster Township Police Department – 717-892-5873 or 717-664-1180
Manheim Township Police Department – 717-569-6401
Susquehanna Regional Police Department – 717-426-1164
West Lampeter Police Department – 717-464-2421
Statewide
Injury Prevention Center’s 4-Safety Program – Hasbro Children’s 4-Safety program is a partnership with the Rhode Island Department of Transportation that provides education about car seat safety as well as provides safety seat checks at various locations throughout Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts.
Locate a distribution program near you: Rhode Island Locations
Statewide
BCBS Healthy Blue South Carolina – You must go to 11 prenatal visits. Prenatal care is the health care you get while you are pregnant. The first visit must be on or before the 14th week of pregnancy. Use the Extra Benefits Hub within your BCBS My Health Toolkit. More information on the provided website.
Molina Healthcare of South Carolina – Provides a free car seat program for eligible members who complete 6 prenatal visits. Members must email their details to [email protected] with “Car Seat” as the email subject. The email must include the member’s full name, physical mailing address, phone number, and Molina ID number. Please note that car seat types may vary.
Safe Kids South Carolina – General website for the Safe Kids Coalition – Locate a certified professional to help you with your seat or request a car seat.
Midlands
Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital – (803) 296-5437 – Car seat safety checks, monthly car seat classes and community car seat check stations available through their website.
Prisma Health Baptist Hospital – Call: (803) 296-5437
Statewide
Sanford Children’s CHILD Services – The Child Safety Seat Distribution Program focuses on keeping children safe by providing child safety seats at no cost to families that meet income eligibility requirements. (605) 312-8390 or email us
South Dakota Department of Social Services – This program distributes child seats to income eligible parents and children statewide, by assessing financial need. Contact a program near you for more information.
Shelby County Health Department Child Car Seat Program – 901-222-9276
Statewide
Texas Safe Riders (Statewide) – [email protected] – 800-252-8255 – Allow 48 hour response time for all emails and calls.
Denton County Public Health – Safe Riders location – To register for the English car seat class Clase en Español
Kidsafe Child Passenger Safety Injury Prevention Program – Car seats are distributed to low-income families free of charge. There are no required courses, but Safe Kids does offer child passenger safety classes for both adults and children. For an appointment or more information, call 254-202-6537.
Travis County – St. John’s Community Center – Call 512-972-5159 for more information.
UMC Foundation El Paso (El Paso) – Car seat safety events are held one Saturday a month. If it is determined that a new car seat is needed, and the appropriate car seat is available, one will be provided by the program free of charge. (915) 521-7229, ext. 80528
Salt Lake County Health Department – The health department offers low-cost seats for families that meet certain income guidelines. Call to see if you qualify. (385) 468-5284
Southwest Utah Public Health Department – Must meet Income Requirements, must be a new moms (Apply within your 3rd trimester). Free car seats are provided based on the following: Current car seat is expired. You do not have a car seat. Child has outgrown current car seat.
Tooele County Health Department – Class attendees have the opportunity to purchase a car seat. Attendance is required for those who wish to buy one. Complete this form to request assistance.
Weber-Morgan Health Department – Children’s First Safety Always is a program that consists of a 2-hour lecture, discussion, and hands-on practice installing and using child car restraints properly. Participants must attend the full 2-hour program in order to obtain a low cost seat-for a donation fee. They must also have the vehicle that they plan to transport the child in at the class. 801-399-7186
Statewide
Vermont Safety Seat Voucher Program – Statewide program that provides vouchers to residence who meet program eligibility. If you think you are eligible for the low-income program please make an appointment at your nearest Car Seat Assistance Station and meet with a Nationally Certified, Child Passenger Safety Technician.
To Find an Inspection Station for assistance use this link
- The program allows for distribution of FREE car seats and booster seats to WIC recipients after completing their child passenger safety seat inspection appointment. Please note, having a WIC voucher does not mean you will automatically receive a FREE car seat or booster. The Child Passenger Safety Technician will determine if your child is in need of a program seat.
- Other low-income Vermonters, not receiving WIC, may also be eligible. Families receiving, Reach Up assistance, Dr. Dynasaur and Foster Children may be eligible if in need. All participants will receive education and instruction on child safety seat use, installation and harnessing as well as the proper use of a booster seat and guidance on when to transition to a safety belt when needed. The Child Passenger Safety Technician at your local Car Seat Assistance Station will determine if your child is in need of a program seat.
Statewide
Virginia Department of Health Low Income Safety Seat Distribution and Education Program – The Virginia Department of Health Low Income Safety Seat Distribution and Education Program promotes, purchases and distributes free child safety seats to eligible families who cannot afford them. Use their website to locate a participating checking station in your area.
Statewide
Washington State Child Passenger Safety Program Safest Ride – Find a Car Seat Inspection Station in your area. Low-cost or no-cost car seats may be available at some locations.
Two Hearts Pregnancy Aid – Snug and Secure Car Seat Program – Car seats available for expectant mothers. To become eligible for our program, a valid Washington State Driver’s License and proof of income are now required. (425) 252-6444
Benton Franklin County
Benton Franklin Health District – Car seats and booster seats may be available for low-income families who qualify. Please call 509.460.4200 for more information.
Clark County
Babies in Need – When you deliver your baby, just speak to your Birth Center social worker or nurse at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center or PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center (in Longview) about a car seat for 4-35 pound child.
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center – We have limited number of car seats available for low income families. You must show proof of need such as an EBT or medical card. There is only one seat available per child. This is only for the parents or guardians of the child. Child must be present (if you are pregnant, child is present). Cost is $20, cash or check. Car seats are sold on a first come, first serve basis, so come early if you need a seat.
King County
Seattle Children’s Car Seat Program – 206-987-2201
Statewide
The Gabriel Project of West Virginia – If you need Gabriel Project services, come to your nearest local site. To find out if we have a site near you, call the State Office at 304-205-5865, email us: [email protected], or visit our Facebook page.
Brown County Public Health – Submit an inquiry for a car seat.
Clark County Health Department – Some parents may even qualify for a reduced cost car seat! Educational materials are also provided by the CCHD so your child can have the safest ride possible. 715-937-2494.
Injury Free Coalition for Kids – Milwaukee – Hospital car seat distribution program – (414) 231-4861
West Allis Health Department – Low-Cost Car Seat Program available for income-eligible families. Call us to schedule an appointment. 414-302-8600
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center – (307) 432-2679
Teton County Car Seat Program – New car seats are available with a donation to the program. We carry convertible car seats that fit children 5-65 pounds. Please use this form Car Seat Appointment to schedule that appointment.
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