subject: Get Into Donating A Vehicle And Learn How You Are Helping [print this page] Many people donate to charities throughout their lifetime. These acts of kindness may come in many forms. People donate money to organizations, materials items, and give their time to volunteer and hold fundraisers. One way to donate that is catching on, is donating cars through car donation services. It is a very hassle free way to give to those in need. You will also be giving a donation that lasts.
If you have a car that you think would give you a good tax write off you may be wondering where to donate your car. You can deduct up to $500 according to the newest tax law. Check with your tax accountant or CPA to see if this has changed if you decide to go ahead. First, you want to make sure you have a car that can be donated.
There are a few ways to determine that. In general, your vehicle must be drivable. If not drivable and just needs minor repairs it may still qualify depending on the car donation charity. The condition of the car makes a lot of difference.
Vehicles that can be donated include, cars, trucks, RVs, boats, motorcycles, ATVs, airplanes, etc. Just about any vehicle can qualify for donation. Charities will need to be able to put your car on their own car sales lot or the car sale lot of a car donation charity broker that they hire.
Once you determine that your car, truck or other vehicle is in good enough condition to be donated, you will want to think about where you can donate it that will be best for you.
Many charities choose to keep some vehicles to help transport patients, clients or goods. They may decide to give a vehicle to a disabled or needy client. If any of this matters to you check this out with the charity as to how they will use the car.
Car donation programs include: Target Car Donation Program, Goodwill Industries Car Donation program, Kidney Foundation, Make A Wish Foundation and many, many others. You'll find a lot of smaller charities too. If you're not familiar with the charity check with the Better Business Bureau to make sure the charity is credible.
If you have favorite charities call them to see if they accept donations. This would be the way to start. Check online to see where to donate your car and what car donation companies are advertising and check out their websites or call them up to find out how to donate your car including all the qualifications for the car and what you need to know. All of these companies will supply you with the proper forms for donation. You will need to get the income tax forms yourself. You should check with your CPA or accountant to make sure you will benefit by the donation.
