A Brief History

Car giveaways by year

How did the Christmas Car Project come into being? In November 2016, Jason and Kristie Hansen had a neighbor who was a flight paramedic. He was on a flight that crashed in Elko, Nevada, leaving behind a wife with three very young kids. She did not have a car suitable for three car seats. The Hansen’s happened to have a Honda Odyssey van that they were planning to sell. Instead, they called together the neighborhood, fixed it up and stuffed it full of presents. Then with the help of a Santa Claus, they gifted the van to her. The Christmas Car Project was born.

Here is a list of past Christmas Cars you have helped give away. Your donations did this!! Thank you!!

2016

Honda Odyssey

2017

Chevrolet Impala
Toyota Camry

2018

Ford Explorer

2019

Honda CRV
Ford Explorer

2020

Honda Odyssey
Honda Odyssey

2021

Ford Explorer

2022

GMC Yukon
Honda Odyssey

2023

Honda Pilot
Toyota Camry
Dodge Caravan with wheelchair ramp
Acura MDX

2024

Toyota Sienna (Summer)
2002 Subaru Outback
2010 Subaru Forester
2014 Chrysler Town and Country
2010 Hyundai Sonata
2008 Infinity
2002 Toyota Echo
2004 Ford Expedition

2025

2007 Toyota Camry (Summer)

Gallery

Past recipients of Christmas Cars or other gifts from the Christmas Car Project

This is just a few of the many photos showcasing your past generosity to the Christmas Car Project. Your kindness and support have made a significant impact on the lives of many, and we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your unwavering commitment to helping those in need. Your contributions inspire others and create a ripple effect of compassion and hope. Thank you for being a beacon of generosity!