When you make a donation your vehicle is resold at an auto auction, and the proceeds go to WEDU.
What can I donate?
WEDU accepts cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles
and recreational vehicles. When you make an automobile donation your vehicle is
resold at auction and the proceeds of the sale go to WEDU. Most vehicles are accepted
except those that are heavily damaged or incomplete. The WEDU Car Donation program
accepts automobile donations in our entire 16 county viewing area.
Are car donations tax-deductible?
Yes, the amount received by WEDU
from the sale qualifies as a charitable deduction on your federal income tax return,
because WEDU is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
How do I donate a car?
Call 1-877-308-2408 to make your
donation.
Have ready:
- the title to
your car
- location of your
car
- general condition
of your car
This information assists the
tow company in scheduling appropriate towing arrangements.
My car does not run. Can I still donate it?
The location and the condition of your
car determine whether it can be accepted for resale. Call for the requirements in your location.
Will you pick up my car?
WEDU will send a tow truck to pick up
your vehicle.
The driver will need:
- the car keys
- the title to
your car
- your signature
authorizing the tow
A tow receipt will be given to
you by the driver—verifying that your vehicle was received on behalf of WEDU.
How do I estimate the value of my car, for my tax deduction?
As of January 1, 2005, the law
allows a deduction equal to the gross proceeds from the sale of your donated vehicle.
Vehicles for Charity, which administers WEDU's donation program, will notify you
of the amount when your vehicle is sold. Please consult your tax advisor for more
information.
How do
I claim my tax deduction?
You should include the sale proceeds of your vehicle, as provided to you by
Vehicles for Charity, as an itemized deduction on your tax return for the year in
which you make the donation. The instructions
for IRS Form 8283, "Noncash
Charitable Contributions" explain what to do if your non-cash donations, including
the vehicle, are worth more than $500 in a given year. Please consult your tax advisor
for more information.
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