Stories, Research, and Impact
Updates from the Stranded Motorist Fund for donors, grant makers, and community partners.
April 12, 2026
What Happened When We Launched ShopGiv
Early results from ShopGiv's launch in Colorado Springs and what it means for sustainable nonprofit funding.
March 13, 2026
The $31M Funding Gap — and What It Means for Families Without Cars
Colorado Springs nonprofits face a $31M annual funding gap. For transportation-insecure families, that gap means lost jobs, missed medical appointments, and deeper poverty.
February 11, 2026
How to Tell If Your Auto Repair Estimate Is Fair (Without Being a Mechanic)
A shop owner explains the three things to check on every repair estimate — and how to get an unbiased second opinion.
January 12, 2026
Every Oil Change Could Fund a Family's Repair
How ShopGiv's community commerce model creates sustainable funding for emergency vehicle repairs through the Stranded Motorist Fund.
December 13, 2025
When Local Spending Funds Emergency Repairs
The local multiplier effect means your everyday purchases can fund emergency vehicle repairs for families in crisis.
November 12, 2025
Just Be Kind — Why Inclusivity Is Core to Our Mission
The Stranded Motorist Fund serves everyone in crisis — no exceptions. Here's why inclusivity isn't optional.
October 13, 2025
A Navy Veteran Started a Car Repair Fund
How Dan Adam's military service shaped the Stranded Motorist Fund's mission to keep families on the road.
Just Be Kind.
The Stranded Motorist Fund exists because transportation should never be a barrier to opportunity. We serve everyone who needs help getting back on the road — no exceptions.