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Donate a Car to a Family in Need

Your old car can become someone's way to work. Tell us about your vehicle and we will guide you through the next steps.

Car donation programs helping families

Car donation inquiry

Tell us about your vehicle. We will reply by email with next steps.

Please enter a valid full name.
Please enter a valid email.
Please enter a valid phone.
Please enter a valid zip code.
For example: 2014 Honda CivicPlease enter a valid year, make and model.
Please enter a valid approximate mileage.
Vehicle condition
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Do you have the title in your name?
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Please enter a valid anything else we should know?.

What we can accept

  • Cars, minivans, SUVs and small trucks
  • Running cars that can be repaired for a family
  • Non-running cars, which can be sold to fund repairs for other families
  • Vehicles with a clear title in your name (we can help if your title is missing)

How your car helps

A reliable used car can help a parent keep a job, reach childcare and get to medical appointments. When a donated car is in good shape, partner mechanics inspect and repair it before it is placed with a working family. Cars that are not suitable are sold, and the money helps pay for repairs and first insurance payments for other families.

Donating safely and correctly

Sign the title over correctly, remove your plates if your state requires it, and file a release of liability with your DMV. Read our guide to car donation tax rules before you file your taxes.

FAQ

Common questions

Will you pick up my car?

In many areas we can arrange pickup or drop-off. Tell us your ZIP code in the form and we will let you know the options.

Can I donate a car that doesn't run?

Yes. Non-running cars can often be sold to fund repairs for families. Let us know the condition in the form.

Do I get a tax receipt?

You will receive written acknowledgment as required by IRS rules. See our car donation tax guide for how the deduction works.

Free help, no fees

Need a reliable car? We can help.

Applying is free and takes about 10 minutes. We review every application and point you to programs you may qualify for.