Have questions about donating your vehicle? Here are answers to the most common questions about our car donation process.
How long will it take for my vehicle to be picked up?
We can normally pick up your car within a few days. If you need your car picked up sooner, please call us and we will try to make arrangements to fit your schedule.
Is my car donation tax deductible?
Yes. Vehicles donated through this site benefit Activated Ministries, a nonprofit Christian ministry classified with the IRS as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. All donations are tax deductible. For more information, you can review the IRS Donor’s Guide to Vehicle Donations.
What types of vehicles do you accept?
We accept most cars, trucks, vans, fleet vehicles, trailers, boats, motorcycles, and RVs. If you have questions about a specific vehicle, email us at [email protected] or call toll-free: 877-505-5775.
What paperwork do I need to donate my vehicle?
In most cases we need the title to the vehicle. But if you do not have the title papers, call us anyway — other arrangements can sometimes be worked out. You can also submit our online donation form or call us toll-free at 877-505-5775.
My car hasn’t run in years. Can I still donate it?
Yes! We are able to accept most vehicles whether they run or not. Exceptions include older or damaged vehicles whose value would not offset the cost of towing. To find out if we can accept your vehicle, complete our online donation form or give us a call.
Do you pick up vehicles nationwide?
We pick up vehicles throughout the United States. A few exceptions apply:
- Hawaii: We can only pick up on the main island of Oahu.
- Alaska: We can only pick up in Anchorage.
- Martha’s Vineyard: We are unable to pick up on Martha’s Vineyard.
- Florida Keys: We cannot pick up on some of the more remote islands. Call us to confirm.
Questions about your area? Call us at 877-505-5775.
How do I calculate the value of my donated vehicle?
Your donation will fall into one of these two IRS categories:
- Vehicles sold for $500 or more: You can claim a tax deduction for the full sale value. We will provide a receipt stating the final sales price within 30 days of the sale.
- Vehicles sold for less than $500: You can claim the fair market value up to $500 without any additional paperwork beyond the receipt we provide at pickup.
Note: Most vehicles are sold at wholesale auction and may sell for less than their Kelley Blue Book value.
How will my car be picked up?
We will arrange to have your vehicle towed away at a scheduled time that works for you — at no cost to you.
How can I schedule a pickup?
Complete our online donation form — it takes about 2 minutes — or call us toll-free at 877-505-5775. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Where does my donation go?
100% of the proceeds from your vehicle donation go to support Activated Ministries and its programs — including scholarships for missionary children, an orphanage and school in Uganda, disaster relief, summer camps, and more. We keep the process in-house and do not use a middleman, so every dollar goes further.