Donating a Car for Charity in West Palm Beach, FL.
Feeling charitable this holiday season? One of the easiest and very productive ways you can help a person or family that is in need of your assistance is to donate your used car. Not only will you be doing a very good deed that could reap exponential benefits for another, but you can also receive a tax deduction for your contribution.
If you live in
West Palm Beach, Florida
, here are two organizations where you can donate your vehicle, and the procedure it will take to do so. Happy donating, and pat yourself on the back, you are about to do a really great thing! Happy holidays!
Kars4Kids is an organization that makes it easy for you to donate your used vehicle. In addition to cars and trucks, they also accept RVs, boats, trailers, motorcycles, jet skis, buses and snowmobiles. They take any of the aforementioned whether they are currently operable or not, and they will come to you to remove the car, free of charge! You can donate by either telephoning their toll free number at: 1-(877) Kars4Kids – 1-(877) 527-7454 or by filling out an online request at the following URL:
http://www.kars4kids.org/donate_car.asp Your vehicle will be picked up within 48 hours of your request. You do not have to be home for the pick-up, but please be certain to clear all of your personal belongings from the car prior to the pickup window. A receipt for you donation, for tax deduction purposes will be given to you after the transaction is complete and can be up to $500 or the total value of your car if less than that amount or the full price of the amount received from the charity if it exceeds that amount. Speaking with a tax advisor or accountant will help you determine the deduction you can claim. It is a very simple process to donate your vehicle and all proceeds will go towards providing food, clothing, education and guidance to children aged 6-18. Possession of a title makes the donation easier, but in some cases a vehicle can be donated without one. You can telephone the office for more specifics if you are missing or having trouble with your vehicle’s title. There is also a limited time incentive for you of a 2-night, 3-day stay in a hotel from the following list, if you choose to donate to Kars4Kids: http://www.kars4kids.org/donate_car_vacation.htmThe voucher for this hotel will arrive to your home approximately 2-4 weeks after the completion of your donation.
Another place for used car donations in the
West Palm Beach
area is Donation Line, LCC. They accept used cars, trucks, motorcycles, vans, commercial vehicles, snowmobiles, RV’s, buses, and boats, either running or not running. They also tow your donation at no charge to you. Donating could not be easier. Simply telephone 1-(877) 227-7487 or click on the following URL: http://www.donationline.com/newvehicle_donation_form.shtml Once you submit your online request, your vehicle will be towed within two business days. Your receipt for charitable deductions will be mailed in 6-8 weeks. There is an extensive list of charitable organizations that stand to benefit from your donation and they can be viewed at the following URL: http://www.donationline.com/cgi-bin/statements/db.cgi?db=default&uid=default&view_records=1&ID=*&sb=2&so=ascend The choice of which of the ones listed is to receive the proceeds of your donation is entirely up to you. You must have a clear title of the vehicle in your possession to make your contribution.
