What can I donate? and How much will I receive as a tax deduction for my used car?

We accept vehicle donations, RVs, boats, trailers, motorcycle, jet ski, bus and snowmobiles.


The IRS allows you to claim a tax deduction of:

a) The value of your vehicle up to $500. It is up to the donor to determine the fair      market value.
b) The amount we sell your vehicle for - if it is more than $500.

Kars-4-kids is a classified 501(c)(3) charity organization. You can check with your tax advisor or accountant to determine the amount of your benefit.
The deduction is of value only if the donor itemizes his or her deductions. 
For a more detailed overview the IRS publishes a Donors Guide to Car Donation.

My vehicle hasn't run in years. Can I still donate my car?

 Yes, most car donations are accepted, running or not (exceptions include older cars whose value would not offset the cost of towing). To find out if we
can accept your vehicle donation, please call 1.877.KARS4KIDS, or fill out the online car donations form.

Car Donations accepted Nationwide.

Kars for Kids can pick up your car from any of the following states:

Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia,Hawaii, Idaho,Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan,Minnesota , Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico,New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia,Wisconsin, Wyoming

Free Vacation voucher with your car donation

Kars4kids Car Donation program will accept your used car donations. With your vehicle donation, you'll receive a receipt for an IRS tax deduction, free towing, plus a free vacation voucher!

The car donation process is simple and convenient. Just fill out our quick and easy online car donations form.

Kars for kids will provide quick hassle free pick-up when you donate a car. The average contact time  for scheduling a free pickup for your car donation is 24 hours and in many instances as little as 2 business hours. There is absolutely no charge when you donate a car.

We have experienced, trained operators ready to guide you through the car donation process. Call 1.877. Kars.4.Kids, 24 hours a day, to donate a car.

10. Be detail-oriented.

10. Be detail-oriented. This paper trail may seem cumbersome, but think about it: This may be one of the biggest charitable donations you ever make. By taking the time to dot the i’s, you can make sure that the charity gets the most benefit and you get the biggest possible deduction.

9. Keep a thorough paper trail.

9. Keep a thorough paper trail. If your donation is worth more than $500, you’ll have to attach IRS Form 8283 to your tax return. If it’s worth more than $5,000, your documentation must include an outside appraisal. You’ll also need proof of the donation, such as a receipt from the charity and a copy of the title change.

8. Know when you can report the fair market value.

8. Know when you can report the fair market value. You won’t need evidence of the sales price if the charity keeps the vehicle or vessel and uses it in its charitable work, or if your donation is worth less than $500. Then you can report its fair market value based on listings from Kelley Blue Book and similar sources.