WHY DONATE TO TEXANS CAN! CARS FOR KIDS?
Please Donate to Kids who need You. We operate our own Charity Car Donation Program. When you call you will speak to one of our staff, not someone that is outsourced. More of your money stays within the our charity.
- NO costs to you.
- We issue you a 1098C IRS tax deduction form to file with your taxes.
- We take your car regardless of condition, running or not.
- We'll pick up your car donation when it's most convenient for you, same day if possible.
- You're helping kids from desperate situations from pregnancy to homelessness.
- Avoid the hassles of selling your car.
- No need to pay hefty car repair bills.
- Free up space in your garage.
- Turn that unwanted car into an IRS tax deduction.
- You will receive a $50.00 Visa Gift Card if you request them at the time of donation as our way of saying thank you
Please donate your vehicle online or call us 7 days a week.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What can I donate?
Who will benefit from my car donation?
Is the DMV notified of the donation?
How much can I deduct from my taxes after I donate a vehicle?
What happens to my car after I donate it?
What do I need to do to donate my vehicle?
What if I cannot find my title?
How long will it take to pick up my vehicle?
How will the car be picked up?
Where do you pick up cars?
Does the vehicle title get transferred out of my name?
Where does my car go after I donate it?
Will there be any cost to me?
Does the vehicle have to be running?
What can I donate?
We accept cars, trucks, vans, boats, R/V’s and heavy equipment running or not. You will receive a tax deduction as well as a free pickup!
Who will benefit from my car donation?
We are the only charity run car donation program that has been helping kids for 27 years in Texas. We are a reputable and transparent 501(c)3 that helps kids with everything from healthcare to hot meals so they can focus on their education.
Is the DMV notified of the donation?
Cars for Kids is one of the few car donation programs that have a dealer`s license. With this license, we follow each state’s requirements of title transfer notification in accordance with the state’s laws.
How much can I deduct from my taxes after I donate a vehicle?
The donor will be able to deduct the amount the vehicle is sold for in the auction. If the vehicle sells for less than $500, the IRS allows you to claim $500 as the maximum deduction.
What happens to my car after I donate it?
All donated vehicles will be sold at auction. 100% of net proceeds go to the Texans Can! Academies.
What do I need to do to donate my vehicle?
Simply fill out our
online donation form, or call us toll free at 866-835-KIDS.
If you don't have a pink slip or a title we can still help you, just give us a call!
What if I cannot find my title?
No problem, if you are unable to locate your title please call us at 1-866-835-KIDS. Our staff can help you with the information you need to get your title.
How long will it take to pick up my vehicle?
We can pick up your car as early as the same day or the next day, whichever is better for you. Our tow service picks up Monday thru Friday and in some cases, Saturday pickups are available.
How will the car be picked up?
We will send a professionally licensed, bonded and insured tow service to the location of the vehicle.
Where do you pick up cars?
We currently pick up cars in Texas and throughout US. Please call us at 1-866-835-KIDS or e-mail us at
info@carsforkids.org to schedule a pick up of your vehicle.
Does the vehicle title get transferred out of my name?
Yes. Texans Can is just one of a few car donation programs that has a dealer`s license. With this license, we are able to transfer the title out of the donor`s name in accordance with the state laws.
Where does my car go after I donate it?
The vehicle will be sold in auction to the highest bidder.
Will there be any cost to me?
There are absolutely no costs for you. Just fill out the
online donation form, or call one of our friendly Operators toll-free at 866-835-KIDS (5437) seven days a week and they will help with your questions.
Does the vehicle have to be running?
No, we pick up vehicles running or not and will send a tow service to pick up the vehicle in any condition.
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