P.A.C. Donations

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Donations What can I donate? We gratefully accept almost all car donations. We also accept donated trucks, motorcycles, boats, snowmobiles, trailers and recreational vehicles. Boats and planes may require a call to see if they meet minimum criteria. What if my vehicle isn't running? Your vehicle does not have to be running, but it must be whole and have four inflated tires so it can be moved by our towing operators. You will be asked to explain the condition of the vehicle. In rare cases, we are unable to accept a vehicle donation when the costs of transport and processing fees exceed the auction value of the vehicle. How do I transfer my title? In general, when selling or donating a vehicle you must complete the section of the title labeled "assignment of title by owner" or "transfer of ownership by seller". There are typically one or more sections of the title dedicated to dealer reassignments which should be left blank. In the "assignment of title by owner" or similar section, any fields that require information about the seller/owner/transferor are asking for information about you. When the title asks for the sellers name you would either print or sign your name exactly as it appears on the title where you are listed as the owner. Most states require that all owners listed on the title must print and sign their name when transferring ownership. Any fields that require information about a buyer/purchaser/transferee are asking for information about the person you are selling or donating the vehicle to. This section should never, under any circumstances, be left completely blank as this can lead to abuses and liability for you. What documents do I need to donate a car to charity? Most states require that you have a clear title to the vehicle; some states also require a notarized signature to complete a donation. If you cannot locate or have lost the certificate of title, we can help you obtain the proper documentation. My name has changed since the car has been titled. How do I sign? You must sign the title as it is shown on the front of the title. If you do not, the title will be void and you may need a correction form or duplicate title. The title is in a deceased person's name. How do I complete the transfer of title? Different states require different paperwork. Usually this involves a copy of the death certificate, executor rights paperwork, and the signed title. How much of the money generated by the sale of my vehicle goes back to the charity? Donating a vehicle to charity can be a confusing decision. Many charity car donation programs promise to help the charities, but are run by third party processors that return very little to the non-profit. With most vehicle donation programs, the charity typically receives between 15 and 35% of the gross selling price to fund their charitable mission. The rest is consumed by third party 'fees'. PAC Donation consistently delivers between 75 and 80% of the gross selling price for car donations back to the charity. We take our responsibility to bring the highest return back to the organization very seriously, and we are proud to run the most efficient vehicle donation program. What are the tax benefits of donating my vehicle? If you itemize deductions on your income tax return, it may be possible to claim a tax deduction for your charitable car donation. In general, donors who itemize their taxes may deduct the fair market value of any donated car up to $499. If your vehicle sells for more than $500, you may deduct the full selling price.

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