Alabama Car Donation

Donating your car in
Alabama is easy!

Free statewide pickup · IRS-approved 501(c)3 charity · Running or not · Any condition accepted · We handle all the paperwork

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How car donation works in Alabama

We handle all the paperwork so you don’t have to.

1

Fill out the form

Complete our 2-minute online form or call 877-505-5775. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

2

We arrange free pickup

We schedule a licensed tow truck to your Alabama location at no charge — same or next day pickup.

3

Receive your tax receipt

You get a receipt at pickup. Within 30 days of the sale we mail your IRS Form 1098-C for your tax deduction.

Donating your car in Alabama

The process takes about 2 minutes. We handle everything else — free towing, paperwork, and your IRS tax receipt.

What vehicles do we accept in Alabama?Cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, motorcycles, boats, RVs, and trailers — running or non-running, in any condition.
Is my Alabama donation tax deductible?Yes. Your donation benefits Activated Ministries, an IRS-recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit (EIN: 33-0857142). If your vehicle sells for over $500 you can deduct the full sale price. Under $500, deduct fair market value up to $500. Note: you must itemize deductions to benefit.
Before the tow truck arrives:Remove your license plates and all personal belongings. Cancel your insurance after pickup. Keep your copy of the signed title and donation receipt.

Where to sign your Alabama title

Alabama title signing is done on the back. Use blue or black ink only. Sign exactly as your name appears on the title.

Alabama vehicle title — where to sign for car donation STATE OF AL — BACK OF TITLE Transfer of Ownership / Odometer Disclosure SIGNATURE(S) of Seller(s).← sign here2nd owner if AND1Step 1 — Sign“SIGNATURE(S) of Seller(s).”PRINTED NAME(S) of Seller(s).← print name here2Step 2 — Print name“PRINTED NAME(S) of Seller(“ Buyer section Leave blank Dealer reassignment — leave blank Layout representative — field positions may vary on your actual title
1
Sign your name

On the back of the title where it reads “SIGNATURE(S) of Seller(s).” Use blue or black ink, sign exactly as your name appears on the front.

2
Print your full legal name

Directly below your signature where it reads “PRINTED NAME(S) of Seller(s).”

Multiple owners on the title?If names are joined by OR — one owner signs. If joined by AND, AND/OR, or no conjunction — both must sign and print.
⚠️ Don’t void your titleBlue or black ink only. No white-out, corrections, or strikethroughs. Don’t sign in the dealer section. Leave the buyer section blank — we fill it in.
Lien or bank name on the title?The lienholder must sign to release their interest, or provide a lien release letter. Call us — we can help.

Lost your Alabama title? Here’s how to get a duplicate

Contact the Alabama Dept of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Division to apply for a replacement title.

Fee
$15
In person
Same day
By mail
1–2 wks
Online
✓ Yes

Apply online

Alabama Dept of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Division →

Form: Form MVT-12-1

PO Box 327640, Montgomery AL 36132-7640

No title? We can often still help.In many cases we can pick up your vehicle without a title, or apply for the duplicate on your behalf and cover the $15 fee. Call 877-505-5775 to discuss your situation.

Alabama cities we pick up in

Some of the cities we serve:

Birmingham
Montgomery
Huntsville
Mobile
Tuscaloosa
Hoover
Dothan
Auburn
Decatur
Madison
Florence
Gadsden
Vestavia Hills
Prattville
Phenix City
Alabaster
Anniston
Opelika
Northport
Enterprise

Not seeing your city? We pickup throughout the State of Alabama and will pickup in your city.

Alabama car donation — frequently asked questions

We typically arrange same or next day pickup anywhere in Alabama. Call us at 877-505-5775 if you have a specific schedule.
In most cases yes — Alabama requires a signed title to transfer ownership. However we can often help if you don’t have the title. We may apply for a duplicate on your behalf (covering the $15 fee). Call us to discuss your situation.
Yes — we accept most non-running vehicles — even if the vehicle is totaled. We cannot accept shells, or cars lacking wheels/tires.
If your vehicle sells for $500 or more you can deduct the full sale price. Under $500, you can claim fair market value up to $500. We mail your IRS Form 1098-C within 30 days of the sale. You must itemize deductions to benefit.
Cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, motorcycles, boats, RVs, trailers and industrial equipment — running or non-running, in almost any condition.
Your vehicle is sold at auction or through our partner network, and 100% of the net proceeds go to Activated Ministries — funding scholarships, an orphanage in Uganda, disaster relief, and children’s education programs worldwide.

Ready to donate your Alabama vehicle?

Free statewide pickup · Takes 2 minutes · IRS-approved 501(c)3 tax receipt

Start Your Donation → Call 877-505-5775