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Donate-a-Car: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What can I donate?
2. Is my donation tax deductible?
3. What do I need to donate my vehicle?
4. My car hasn't run in years. Can I still donate it?
5. Can you pick up vehicles in all 50 states?
6. How is the value of my car determined?
7. How will my car be picked up?
8. How long will it take to pick up my car?

1. What can I donate?

A: We accept most vehicles and vessels including but not limited to cars, trucks, trailers, boats and RV's.

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2. Is my donation tax deductible?

A: Yes. CCFA is classified with the IRS as a non-profit charitable organization. Donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. The IRS allows you, the taxpayer, to claim a tax deduction of (a) the value of your vehicle up to $500 or (b) if we sell the vehicle for more than $500. The Car Donation Program will mail you a postcard with that value for your tax purposes.

For additional information, the IRS provides a Donor's Guide to Car Donations which sets forth the manner in which the IRS requires you to determine the value of your donated property. Here is a link to IRS Publication 4303 — A Donor's Guide to Car Donations. You need Adobe Reader to view this file - click here to download the free Reader.

3. What do I need to donate my vehicle?

A: We would like the title to the vehicle, but if you do not have it please call us anyway. It is possible that other arrangements may be made. Please call Donate-a-Car toll-free at 1-800-513-6560, seven days a week.

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4. My car hasn't run in years. Can I still donate it?

A: Yes, we are able to accept most vehicles running or not (exceptions include older vehicles whose value would not offset the cost of towing). To find out if we can accept your vehicle, please complete and submit our online donation form.

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5. Can you pick up vehicles in all 50 states?

A: Yes, we are able to pick up accepted vehicles in the continental U.S. and Hawaii. Currently, we are unable to accept online donation submissions from Michigan residents. Michigan residents need to contact the charity directly to pledge their donation.

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6. How is the value of my car determined?

A: The IRS provides a Donor's Guide to Car Donations which sets forth the manner in which the IRS requires you to determine the value of your donated property. Here is a link to IRS Publication 4303 — A Donor's Guide to Car Donations. You need Adobe Reader to view this file - click here to download the free Reader.

7. How will the car be picked up?

A: We will arrange to have your vehicle towed away by a professionally licensed, bonded and insured towing company.

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8. How long will it take to pick up my car?

A: You will at least be contacted within three or four business days at the most. If you need your car picked up sooner, please let us know as we may be able to make those arrangements as well.

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