FAQs
What can I donate?
We accept most cars, trucks, vans,
fleet vehicles, trailers, boats and RV's. If you have any questions
about what you can donate, please send us an
email or call us toll-free at
1-800-409-3274.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes, we are a classified with the IRS as a
non-profit 501 (c)(3) charitable organization and all donations are tax
deductible. All individual tax situations are different, so please check
with your tax professional to determine how you may benefit.
You will be given a
receipt and a formal letter of thanks
with our 501(c)3 Federal tax ID number
certifying that you have donated
the vehicle. This letter shows the IRS that you are authorized for a
charitable tax deduction.
What do I need to do
to donate my boat?
We would like the title to the boat. In
California, if you do not have title papers,
other arrangements
can be made in most instances. Please
call us toll- free at
1-800-409-3274
or
Donate a Boat Online!
My boat hasn't
run in years. Can I still donate it?
Yes, we are able to
accept most boats running or not. The only way to know for sure if we
can accept your boat is to have you call us toll-free
at
1-800-409-3274
or
Donate a Boat Online! However,
the condition of your boat will affect the fair market value of your
donation.
Yes, we can pick up most boats
throughout the continental US and Hawaii.
How is the value of my
boat determined?
We can refer you to an IRS Publication
which explains how the IRS requires you to determine the value of your
donated property; you may
review this publication on the
IRS web site. You
can also check with the
Kelly Blue Book
web site to help you determine the value of your vehicle.
How will my boat be picked up?
We will arrange to have
your boat towed away at your convenience. You will be asked to turn over
the title and keys at the time of pick-up of your boat.
How long will it take
to pick up my boat?
Within 24-48 hours in most cases.