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You and your family may be eligible for a free car seat from Drive Safe Missoula. In order to receive a free car seat, you must:

  • Be a Missoula County resident 
  • Receive public assistance like Medicaid, SNAP, WIC, TANF, etc.
Car seat types
  • We typically purchase convertible car seats, such as the Cosco Scenara Next. Convertible car seats can be used by infants, toddlers, and children that weigh between 5 and 40 pounds. This provides families with a car seat that can be used from day one through the preschool years.
  • For new babies weighing less than 5 pounds, an infant-only car seat may be purchased.
  • Booster seats with a weight range of 30 to 100 pounds are also available. We typically purchase the Cosco Finale 2-in-1 Booster Seat.

We cannot fulfill requests for specific car seat preferences. We offer a range of colors, but your preferred color might not be available. We can help you find a suitable car seat for children with disabilities.

After submitting the form, Drive Safe Missoula will verify your eligibility and our current stock of car seats. For those receiving a free car seat:

  • Drive Safe Missoula will help select a car seat that works for your child’s age, weight, and height.
  • Drive Safe Missoula will help you identify a Car Seat Fitting Station location that works for you.
  • You will schedule an appointment at a Car Seat Fitting Station.
  • You will learn how to install your new car seat at at a Car Seat Fitting Station. Appointments take about 1 hour.