How to Get a Car Donated for a Fire Company Raffle

Car donations will help your raffle make money.

There are a few quick steps you can use to get a car donated to your fire company raffle. Many car companies will donate new or used cars to people who know the correct steps to take. The car companies use these donations as tax write-offs for the year. They also will use the donations as publicity for their company.

Things You'll Need

• Company letterhead
• List of car companies
• Name of marketing or publicity contact
• Letter of request

Instructions

1. Contact car companies in your area. Ask to speak to a public relations person. They will usually be the one to make donations. Be sure to ask the individual you speak with how to request a car donation.

2. Write a letter of request on your fire company's letterhead. Be specific and state what you need the car for. Be willing to accept a used car if offered. Also, print the address on the envelope so the envelope will look professional.

3. Provide a means of transporting the car to your auction. The car company may not provide transport of the car.

4. Mention the car company when the raffle takes place. The car company will appreciate the publicity. Also, remember to invite the car company to your raffle.

5. Give a plaque of appreciation to the car company. Follow up the car donation for your fire company raffle with a thank you letter and publicity in a newsletter or the local newspaper. With recognition, the company might donate to your fire company in the future.

References

• Vehicles for Change
• Today: Ten Tips: How to Donate a Car to Charity
• Fundraiser Help: Car Raffle Tips