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One of the biggest challenges for missionaries returning to the US on furlough or “home assignment” is getting a hold of a vehicle they can use for the duration of their visit. There are a number of organizations and ministries that seek to help meet this need by providing vehicles for lease to missionaries on furlough.
If you plan to be in the US for a year or longer, you may want to consider purchasing a vehicle. Some of the organizations listed below have the resources to help you find and purchase a vehicle so that your transportation will be all lined up for you by the time you arrive in the US.
Please note that many of the organizations listed below have a limited number of vehicles to lease out, and furlough vehicles are in high demand, so please make reservations far in advance to ensure availability.
Florida – Missionary Ministries
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: St Petersburg, FL
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Yes, Missionary Ministries proves airport service to either Tampa or St. Pete-Clearwater airports for a minimum donation of $20 per trip.
* State Restrictions: User may only drive the vehicle within the state of Florida.
* Rates: $10 per day (or more if possible), accepted in the form of voluntary donations.
* Mileage Fees: No mileage fees.
* Application Fee: None.
* Deposit: Unknown.
* Insurance: Provided by Missionary Ministries at no extra cost.
* Repairs and Maintenance: All repairs and maintenance provided by Missionary Ministries at no extra cost.
* Driver Requirements: Must at least 25 years of age and have a valid US drivers license.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, Missionary Ministries does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
Georgia – Righteous Rides
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Atlanta, GA.
Note: Righteous Rides has their Primary Hub in Missouri. See the Missouri listing below for details.
Georgia – Macedonian Call of Georgia (MCG)
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Jonesboro, GA
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Yes.
* State Restrictions: MCG restricts the use of its vehicles to the states it serves: GA, FL, AL, KY, NC, SC, TN, and VA.
* Rates: $250 per month (or $62 per week if less than one month).
* Mileage Fees: Unlimited mileage / No mileage fees.
* Application Fee: $10 per driver.
* Deposit: $200 deposit must be made at the time you pick up the vehicle, and may be refunded if vehicle is returned in satisfactory condition.
* Insurance: Provided by MCG.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance covered by renter. Repairs up to $200 are the responsibility of the renter. Major repairs (over $200) require advanced approval from MCG; the renter is responsible for the first $200 and MCG will cover the rest.
* Driver Requirements: Anyone over 21 with a drivers license from any country may lease a vehicle so long as they have a safe driving record.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, MCG does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
Indiana – MATS International
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Richmond or Indianapolis, IN.
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: $0.75 per mile from Richmond, IN.
* State Restrictions: No restrictions. Vehicles may be used anywhere in the U.S. and Canada.
* Lease Rates Peak Season (May - Sept): $24 - $39 per day depending on vehicle type.
* Lease Rates Value Season (Oct - Apr): $22 - $34 per day depending on vehicle type.
* Mileage Fees: Unlimited mileage / No mileage fees.
* Application Fee: Unknown.
* Deposit: Unknown.
* Insurance: Renter is responsible for their own insurance coverage.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance covered by renter. Accident costs are the responsibility of the renter and their insurance company.
* Driver Requirements: Unknown.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: Yes. In addition to providing vehicles for lease, MATS International also provides services to help missionaries to purchase vehicles, both domestically and internationally.
Mississippi – Macedonian Call Foundation of Mississippi (MCFMS)
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Jackson, MS
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Yes, airport runs can be arranged for the following fees: $40 to/from Bush IAH, $35 to/from Hobby Airport, and $30 to/from bus stations.
* State Restrictions: MCFMS restricts the use of its vehicles to the states it serves: Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee (west of Nashville), and Alabama.
* Rates: $225 per month.
* Mileage Fees: Unlimited mileage / No mileage fees.
* Application Fee: $150 fee is required for guaranteeing the reservation of a vehicle.
* Deposit: $50 for vehicle cleaning and gas fill up for returned vehicles.
* Insurance: Unknown.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance and minor repairs are to be covered by the renter. Renter is also responsible for any accident damage not covered by insurance.
* Driver Requirements: Drivers must be over the age of 25 with a drivers license and residence from one of the states listed under “state restrictions”.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, MCFMS does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Kansas City, MO.
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Unknown.
* State Restrictions: No restrictions. Vehicles may be used anywhere in the US and Canada.
* Rates: $365 for minivans, $405 for full size vans.
* Mileage Fees: No charge for mileage.
* Application Fee: $100 set up fee.
* Deposit: Unknown.
* Insurance: Vehicles have full coverage insurance, except on rare occasion where one may only have Liability coverage.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Renter is responsible for the insurance deductible of any body damage and $150 for any major engine repairs. BMTM covers the rest of the costs. If renter puts on a lot of miles (30,000 plus miles) they are required to help with tire replacement cots.
* Driver Requirements: Drivers must be between the ages of 25 and 70, and have a valid US drivers license.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, BMTM does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
Missouri – Righteous Rides
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Primary hub is in St. Louis, MO, but secondary hubs are also located in Atlanta (GA), Dallas (TX), Philadelphia (PA), and Seattle (WA).
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Unknown.
* State Restrictions: No restrictions. Vehicles may be used anywhere in the US and Canada.
* Rates: $10 - $13 per day (depending on vehicle).
* Mileage Fees: Renters are allotted 66 miles per day, any extra miles will incur a $0.10 per mile charge.
* Application Fee: Unknown.
* Deposit: Unknown.
* Insurance: Insurance is provided by Righteous Rides at no extra cost.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Maintenance and repairs are provided by Righteous Rides at no extra cost.
* Driver Requirements: Must at least 25 years of age and have a valid US drivers license.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, Righteous Rides does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
New Mexico – Go Ye Missionary Transportation
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Albuquerque, NM
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Unknown.
* State Restrictions: Unknown.
* Rates: Unknown.
* Mileage Fees: Unknown.
* Application Fee: Unknown.
* Deposit: Unknown.
* Insurance: Unknown.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance covered by renter.
* Driver Requirements: Unknown
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: Yes. In addition to providing vehicles for lease, Go Ye also provides services to help purchase vehicles for missionaries.
North Dakota – Grace Corporation
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Max, ND.
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Unknown.
* State Restrictions: No restrictions. Vehicles may be used anywhere in the US and Canada.
* Rates: $3 per day.
* Mileage Fees: Unlimited mileage / No mileage fees.
* Application Fee: $100 non-refundable fee is required for guaranteeing the reservation of a vehicle.
* Deposit: No deposit required.
* Insurance: Liability insurance is provided by Grace Corporation.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance covered by renter. Accident costs and major repairs are covered by Grace Corporation.
* Driver Requirements: Must have a valid US drivers license.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, Grace Corporation does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
Pennsylvania – Christian Missionary Technical Services (CMTS)
* Pick-up / Drop-off Location: Bernville, PA
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Available upon request for the following airports: Reading, Philadelphia, Allentown, and Newark. Inquire regarding fees for airport services.
* State Restrictions: Vehicles from CMTS can only be driven east of the Mississippi River.
* Rates: No daily cost for leasing the vehicle.
* Mileage Fees: $0.16 per mile.
* Application Fee: $100 non-refundable fee is required for guaranteeing the reservation of a vehicle.
* Deposit: Unknown.
* Insurance: Insurance is provided by CMTS for the amount of $185 per month (or $10 per day)
* Repairs and Maintenance: Repairs under $100 are to be covered by renter. Any major repairs (over $100) require advanced approval from CMTS; the renter is responsible for the first $100 and CMTS will cover the rest.
* Driver Requirements: Anyone over 21 with a drivers license from any country may lease a vehicle.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: Yes. In addition to providing vehicles for lease, CMTS also provides services to help purchase vehicles for missionaries.
Pennsylvania – Righteous Rides
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Philadelphia, PA.
Note: Righteous Rides has their Primary Hub in Missouri. See the Missouri listing above for details.
South Carolina – Macedonian Call Foundation of South Carolina (MCFSC)
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Greenville, SC
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Unknown.
* State Restrictions: User may drive the vehicle in the Greenville area and within a 500 mile radius (exceptions to this must be made prior to taking the vehicle). A 500 mile radius includes the following states: SC, NC, VA, FL, GA, AL, TN, and KY.
* Rates: $200 / month
* Mileage Fees: Unlimited mileage / No mileage fees.
* Application Fee:
* Deposit: None.
* Insurance: Provided by MCFSC at $150 a month.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance covered by renter. Repairs up to $400 are the responsibility of the renter. Major repairs (over $400) require advanced approval from MCFSC; the renter is responsible for the first $400 and MCFSC will cover the rest.
* Driver Requirements: Anyone over 21 with a drivers license from any country may lease a vehicle so long as they have a safe driving record.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, MCFSC does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
Texas – Driscoll Motors
Location: Austin, TX
Note: Driscoll Motors does not actually lease vehicles, but they are a Christian dealership that is known for helping missionaries purchase vehicles, and they are willing to hold the vehicle until the missionary arrives to pick it up.
Here is a review that offers more information: The Car Councilor.
Texas – Righteous Rides
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Dallas, TX.
Note: Righteous Rides has their Primary Hub in Missouri. See the Missouri listing above for details.
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Houston, TX
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Yes, airport runs can be arranged for the following fees: $40 to/from Bush IAH, $35 to/from Hobby Airport, and $30 to/from bus stations.
* State Restrictions: MCF restricts the use of its vehicles to the states it serves: Texas, New Mexico, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma.
* Rates: $200 per month
* Mileage Fees: Unlimited mileage / No mileage fees.
* Application Fee: $150 non-refundable fee is required for guaranteeing the reservation of a vehicle.
* Deposit: $200 deposit must be made at the time you pick up the vehicle, and may be refunded if vehicle is returned in satisfactory condition.
* Insurance: Unknown.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance and minor repairs are to be covered by the renter.
* Driver Requirements: Drivers must be between the ages of 25 and 70 with a valid US drivers license.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, MCF does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
Texas – TECH Team Advantage
* Pick-up / Drop-off Location: Longview, TX
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: TECH will be glad to pick up or drop off lessee anywhere in Longview, TX.
* State Restrictions: No restrictions. Vehicles may be used anywhere in the U.S. and Canada.
* Short-Term Lease Rates (60 days or less): Starting at $19 per day (depending on vehicle size) with unlimited mileage.
* Long-Term Lease Rates (more than 60 days): Starting at $6.50 per day (depending on vehicle size) plus mileage fees.
* Mileage Fees: $0.10 to $0.14 per mile depending on vehicle size.
* Application Fee: $50 non-refundable payment will reserve the vehicle.
* Deposit: $200 deposit given when picking up the vehicle and refunded when vehicle is returned in satisfactory condition.
* Insurance: Renter is responsible for their own insurance coverage.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance covered by renter. Accident costs are the responsibility of the renter and their insurance company. Minor repairs (under $150) can be paid by the renter and reimbursed by Missionary TECH Team. Other expenses need to be approved by Missionary Tech team.
* Driver Requirements: Anyone over 21 with a drivers license from any country may lease a vehicle so long as they are able to find insurance coverage on the vehicle to be leased.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, Missionary TECH Team does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
Virginia – The Car Ministry
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Falls Church, VA
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Unknown.
* State Restrictions: Vehicles may be used in any of the 48 contiguous states.
* Rates: Unknown.
* Mileage Fees: Unknown.
* Application Fee: Unknown.
* Deposit: Unknown.
* Insurance: Unknown.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance covered by renter.
* Driver Requirements: Must be a resident of Virginia with valid Virginia driver’s license. Priority is given to missionaries who are supported by churches in Northern Virginia since most of the financial support that helps fund The Car Ministry comes from that area.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: Yes. In addition to providing vehicles for lease, The Car Ministry also provides services to help purchase vehicles for missionaries.
Washington – Righteous Rides
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Seattle, WA.
Note: Righteous Rides has their Primary Hub in Missouri. See the Missouri listing above for details.
Wisconsin – Furlough Ministries
* Pick-up / Drop-off Locations: Brillion, WI
* Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: Unknown.
* State Restrictions: Vehicles may be used in any of the 48 contiguous states. The vehicle is not allowed to be driven in Mexico or Canada under any circumstances.
* Rates: $280 a month.
* Mileage Fees: Unknown.
* Application Fee: None.
* Deposit: No deposit fees required. However, the first month rent fees must be paid in advance.
* Insurance: Provided at no additional cost.
* Repairs and Maintenance: Routine maintenance covered by renter.
* Driver Requirements: Must at least 25 years of age and have a valid US drivers license.
* Vehicle Purchasing Services: No, Furlough Ministries does not assist with the purchase of vehicles for missionaries.
International Organizations
Australia – Cars for Missionaries to Borrow in QLD
Australia / NSW - Mission Motors (No website / Email: missionmotors16@gmail.com)
Holland (and surrounding countries like Germany) – ForMissions Car Loaning
United Kingdoms – Ichthus Motor Services, Syzygy Cars, and Trust Vehicle Services. Also visit OSCAR - Travel for more travel options within the UK.
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Please Note:
While we do our best to keep this listing current and up-to-date, it is possible that some organizations may have closed, discontinued their leasing services, changed their prices, or altered their policies or what they have to offer.
Please also be aware of the fact that there is a high demand for furlough vehicles and many of the companies that lease out vehicles have a waiting list of several months, so the sooner you can make your plans and reservations the easier it will be to find a vehicle to suit your needs.
Please send any questions, corrections, or additional listings to ChristianMissionaryResource@gmail.com
Missionary Furlough Vehicles