FAQs
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Frequently Asked Questions
General
We accept all vehicle donations, and in most cases, we also accept boats, motorcycles, RV's, and campers.
Yes, we accept all vehicles, running or non-running, and will pick-up the vehicle at no cost to you.
Yes, we are a 501(c)(19) organization and have been approved by the IRS to receive donated items and issue a tax-deductible donation receipt for the item. Therefore, your vehicle donation may be 100% tax deductible based upon your personal tax situation. Please check with your tax advisor if you need more information.
We accept vehicle donations in every city in all 50 states.
Most states require that you have a clear title to the vehicle; some states also require a notarized signature to complete a donation. If your state requires a notary to sign the document, do not sign the title until you are in the presence of a notary.
The vehicle does not have to be registered in the donor's name. However, the person whose name is on the title must sign the title or fill out additional paperwork.
If more than one person is listed as an owner on the front of the title, they must also sign on the signature of seller line.
Most states require a death certificate, the title and the executor rights paperwork. Please give us a call should you have further questions regarding your specific states law.
Tax Deduction
For vehicles sold for under $500, you can claim the fair market value up to $500.00 without any additional paperwork. The preliminary tax receipt will be mailed after vehicle has been confirmed picked up.
The IRS allows the donor to determine the fair market value up to $500. If we sell your donated car for over $500, the IRS allows you to claim the selling price as a deduction.
Processing your vehicle usually takes around 4 weeks but in some cases may take longer due to particular state title requirements or title laws.
Pick-Up
Please call our toll free number when you are ready to donate (888) 743-0993
We work with a network of professionally licensed, bonded and insured towing agencies throughout the U.S. that pick up vehicle donations. You will be contacted to arrange a time of pickup that is convenient for you and free of charge.
No, you do not have to be present at time of pick-up. You will need to advise the towing company specifically where in the vehicle you will be leaving the title and the keys. The towing company will leave you a towing receipt showing that your vehicle was picked up. Remember to remove all personal belongings from vehicle and take off the license plate on the day the vehicle is scheduled for picked up.
All vehicles are picked up in a timely and professional manner, usually within 24-48 hours. A local towing company will call you to schedule a pick-up date that is convenient for you.
Yes, we can pick up you vehicle from anywhere you'd like us to. You will need to advise the towing company of vehicle location when you schedule pick up.
You will receive a temporary receipt from the towing company at the time of pickup. It will have all of your car's information along with our name and phone number. You just have to notify us once the car is picked up and we will mail the tax-deductible receipt to you.
Others
We are focused on ensuring the maximum amount of your donation makes it to your choosen charity, because we want to help as well. All of your employees are apart of our organization because they are passionate about charities as well.
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