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1You find a charity.Or call 1-800-237-5714.

2We pick up your vehicle.Free next day service.

3We help the charity sell the vehicle.You may be eligible for a tax deduction.

May 6, 2021

What It’s Like to Have Autism

by Christina Kneitz

Autism Awareness, Causes

In the desire to raise awareness about autism, it’s important to understand more about it. Autism is a developmental disorder that affects an individual’s ability to communicate, learn, and socially interact. According to the CDC, one child in 59 has been diagnosed with autism. Symptoms of autism start in the early years of childhood and … read more

April 14, 2021

Autism Awareness Month: Empowering Autistic Individuals

by Christina Kneitz

Autism Awareness, Causes, Supporting Charity

The rate of autism diagnosis has been increasing quickly these last several years, affecting more families than ever before. Currently, autism is found to be more prevalent than diabetes, AIDS and childhood cancer. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a brain disorder that affects a person’s development. Individuals with ASD typically behave, communicate and interact differently … read more

March 1, 2021

Charity Profile: California Hospice and Palliative Care Association (CHAPCA)

by Christina Kneitz

Charity Profiles, Family Services

Did you know that most American’s say they would rather be cared for at home when they pass away? Yet, less than 40% of Americans receive hospice care. Indeed, the best time to find out about hospice is before those services are needed. A person needs to be referred to hospice services with a 6-months … read more

January 14, 2021

Give the Gift of a Car Donation to Charity

by Christina Kneitz

Causes, Supporting Charity

Give the Gift of a Car Donation to Charity

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone across the nation. While recovery is going on, the process can be slow and hard for many of us. Many wonderful charities have also been affected by shutdowns and loss of needed donations. In the spirit of giving, a lot of people are finding ways to support and help … read more

November 2, 2020

Caring For Your Elderly Loved Ones

by Christina Kneitz

ACC Senior Services, Seniors

During this time of the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping our senior parents and grandparents safe, healthy and happy is a main priority for us all. The evidence has shown that their age group is at the highest risk of getting the virus and possibly dying from it. Non profit groups like the ACC Senior Services work … read more

October 1, 2020

Charity Profile: Barrett Foundation – Breaking the Cycle of Homelessness

by Christina Kneitz

Charity Profiles, Family Services

Have you ever met someone who spent their lives in service? If you have, you know that it can change your life. Such is the case with Brother Mathias Barrett. At just sixteen years of age, Brother Mathias entered a Roman Catholic hospital to spend years assisting those in need. Later on at the age … read more

September 22, 2020

When You Have to Evacuate Your Home Due to Wildfires

by Christina Kneitz

Environment, Evacuation Plan, Wildfires

Across this country, tens of thousands of people have been told to leave their homes for safety due to wildfires. With flames often just a mile or two away, some families have had to leave so quickly there was no time to grab or prepare much. Fast-moving wildfires on the west coast have been turning … read more

June 2, 2020

Ways to Offer Help for People Needing Coronavirus Relief

by DonateaCar Team

Family Services, Helping Seniors

Ways to Offer Help for People Needing Coronavirus Relief - Donate a Car

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are much more than people getting sick. Millions of people have lost their jobs, applied for unemployment, and cannot afford to buy food right now. Businesses have been forced to close and medical personnel have been running short on face masks, blood donations and other supplies. While there is … read more

April 28, 2020

Donate a Car to Charity For a 2020 Tax Deduction

by DonateaCar Team

Causes, Tax Deductions

Donate a Car to Charity Now For a 2020 Tax Deduction - Donate a Car

It’s that time of year when many of us are looking for what we can use tax write-offs. One great option for a tax benefit is to donate an old or unwanted car to charity through Donate-a-Car. There is still time to get this terrific benefit for 2020 by donating a vehicle this summer. Choosing … read more

April 22, 2020

Teenager Helps Feed Thousands of Homeless People

by DonateaCar Team

Causes, Community

Teenager Helps Feed Thousands of Homeless People 01 - Donate a Car

Do you remember what you were doing when you were 17 years old? For one girl, she is helping to feed thousands of homeless people! Anyone Can Make a Difference Meet Shreyaa Venkat, a seventeen year old girl who runs four distinctive volunteer programs that she began herself all while going to high school. Venkat … read more

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