How to Donate a Car to the American Lung Association
Many times people will have cars or other vehicles that they simply don't want or need anymore, but don't want to go through the hassle of trying to sell them. If this sounds like you, you should consider donating your car to the American Lung Association. You will not only help a charitable organization and a family in need, but also you will get a tax write-off, so this situation is a win-win for everyone involved.
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Instructions
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Locate the nearest American Lung Association office in your area. You can do this by calling (800) LUNG-USA, or (800) 586-4872.
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Give them information about your car over the phone. This information will include the year, mileage, make and model of the vehicle and also the condition of the vehicle. The American Lung Association will not accept vehicles that are missing any major parts, such as engines, doors and batteries. They will also ask you for the VIN and your address.
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Wait for your information packet in the mail from the American Lung Association. This packet will include more information about the donation that you are going to make, as well as some paperwork you will have to fill out and mail back in the return envelope, along with the title to the vehicle.
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Send the information packet and the vehicle's title back to the American Lung Association and wait for them to contact you about a pick-up date. They will come to you and pick up your vehicle using a tow truck. Generally this will take place at your home.
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Wait for the American Lung Association to contact you letting your know that your vehicle sold and then watch the mail for your receipt of donation as well as the sale price of the vehicle.
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File both the receipt and the sale price papers until you are ready to file your next tax return. These papers will be needed to get the full write-off for you vehicle.
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Tips & Warnings
You can also perform these steps online. You will simply need to fill out the forms electronically and send them to the American Lung Association. This can be a faster method.
If you do not own the clear title to the vehicle, you cannot donate it. There can be no liens on the title and it must be in your name. If the car cannot be towed, you cannot donate the vehicle.
