ARA | Car Donation FAQs

AIDS Research Alliance
Car Donations/FAQs

1. What can I donate?
2. Is my donation tax deductible?
3. What do I need to donate my vehicle?
4. My car hasn't run in years. Can I still donate it?
5. Can you pick up vehicles in all 50 states?
6. How is the value of my car determined?
7. How will my car be picked up?
8. How long will it take to pick up my car?
9. How can I contact you to schedule a pick up?

1. What can I donate?
A: We accept most vehicles and vessels including but not limited to cars, trucks, trailers, boats and RV's.

2. Is my donation tax deductible?
A: Yes. AIDS Research Alliance is classified with the IRS as a non-profit charitable organization—a 501(c)3, Tax I.D. #95-4264845. Donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. Individual tax situations vary so please check with a tax professional to determine what if any tax benefit you may receive.

3. What do I need to donate my vehicle?
A: We would like the title to the vehicle, but if you do not have it, please call us anyway. It is possible that other arrangements may be made. Please call us at 310.358.2423 Mon-Fri or email hmarshall@aidsresearch.org.

4. My car hasn't run in years. Can I still donate it?
A: Yes, we are able to accept most vehicles running or not (exceptions include older vehicles whose value would not offset the cost of towing). To find out if we can accept your vehicle, please complete and submit our online donation form.

5. Can you pick up vehicles in all 50 states?
A: Yes, we are able to pick up accepted vehicles in the continental U.S. and Hawaii.

6. How is the value of my car determined?
A: In short, the IRS allows you (the donor) to assess the fair market value of your vehicle. The Kelly Blue Book and the NADA Guides may be used as helpful references in determining the Fair Market Value of your vehicle. We suggest you review IRS Publication 526 which sets forth the manner in which the IRS requires you to determine the value of your donated property. If you have Adobe Acrobat Reader, then click here to download the publication. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, then click here and search for Publication 526.

7. How will the car be picked up?
A: We will arrange to have your vehicle towed away by a professionally licensed, bonded and insured towing company.

8. How long will it take to pick up my car?
A: You will at least be contacted within three or four business days at the most. If you need your car picked up sooner, please let us know as we may be able to make those arrangements as well.

9. How can I contact you to schedule a pick up?
A: Please complete and submit our online donation form or call us at 310.358.2423 Mon-Fri.

If you have any questions about the information in this FAQ, please call ARA at 310.358.2423, or email hmarshall@aidsresearch.org

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