How to Donate Cars to Disabled Women

Many charitable organizations depend on items donated to them and auctioned for profit. Of all donations, vehicles typically bring the most money at auction. Both running and non-running vehicles can be donated and auctioned. The process of donating a vehicle is a simple one, yet there are certain precautions to take.

Things You'll Need

• Phone book
• Internet
• Kelley Blue Book (optional)
• Vehicle manufacturer's appraisal (optional)
• IRS Form 8283 (optional)

Instructions

1. Identify the charity you wish to help. Many charitable organizations are listed in the phone book or on the Internet.

2. Contact the charity to confirm it is eligible to receive contributions and donations that can be deemed tax deductible.

3. Get an appraisal of the value of the vehicle, either through the Kelley Blue Book or the vehicle manufacturer.

4. Reassign the title. Sign and date it over to the charity and get a copy for your records. Contact your state's motor vehicle department concerning the reassignment of title.

5. If the vehicle is valued at more than $500, IRS Form 8283 must be submitted with your tax return.

Tips & Warnings

• If the donated vehicle is inoperable, there are often towing companies who work with charities at a reduced rate or may donate the tow. The charity itself may have arrangements for towing.

References

• American Institute of Philanthopy