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how it works

It's free, easy and fast.

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.

June 5, 2017

Country Style Summer Camps for Young Burn Survivors

by DonateaCar Team

California, Children, Family Services, Helping Kids

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The complicated exchange of psychological and physical trauma that proceeds severe burn injuries can deeply affect the lives of kids for many years. Through the large range of services and programs from the Firefighters Burn Institute, young burn survivors can experience new hope and an opportunity for a full recovery. One of these services is … read more

April 20, 2017

Ways To Protect Your Child From Sexual Assault

by DonateaCar Team

Children, Family Services, Helping Kids

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April is sexual assault awareness and prevention month. No one wants to think of their child being targeted or hurt by a sexual predator, but unfortunately that very thing happens to 60,000 children every year in the United States. Sexual abuse is more common than many people realize, with a sexual assault being perpetrated once … read more

February 22, 2017

Minimize the Risk of Birth Defects with Prenatal Precautions

by DonateaCar Team

Causes, Children, Education, Family Services, Health

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The approximate amount of infants born each year with some kind of birth defect is 150,000. One of those frightening defects and the most common cause of death in young infants is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Though many of the specific causes are unknown, the SIDS Network in Connecticut is working to decrease the number … read more

January 24, 2017

Helping Tiny Hands Through Hospice Services

by DonateaCar Team

Children, Family Services, Helping Kids, Human Services

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It has been said, that there is nothing as painful for a parent as watching a child suffer through a long-term illness or losing them to death. Most parents, whether they have suffered such an experience or not, would probably agree. At Edmarc Hospice for Children in Virginia, they make easing that pain, and being … read more

January 5, 2017

Teaching Care No Matter Where They Wander

by DonateaCar Team

Children, Family Services, Helping Kids

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For over two centuries, under various names and leadership, what is now called The Home for Little Wanderers (The Home) has been serving the children and families of Massachusetts. Growing out of an orphanage dedicated to helping children find loving homes, The Home has grown into an organization that provides individual and family therapy, skills … read more

December 13, 2016

Homeless No More in New Mexico

by DonateaCar Team

Affordable Housing, Family Services, Helping Kids, Human Services

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If you’re looking for a way to donate your car for charity in New Mexico this year, please consider the Barrett Foundation in Albuquerque. Donate a Car has paired up with the Barrett Foundation to help homeless women in children find shelter, protection, and learning opportunities to help them gain the independence and security they … read more

November 22, 2016

Donate A Car Love of the Game and Our Communities

by DonateaCar Team

Causes, Family Services, Helping Kids

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It’s said that there is nothing more American than Mom, baseball, and apple pie. This might be true around the country, but it is definitely accurate in Minneapolis, Minnesota where the Minnesota Twins are ensuring that communities continue to bond together over baseball. The Twins, along with your used car donation, are working to ensure … read more

November 10, 2016

Habitat for Humanity: Building A Real Home for the Holidays

by DonateaCar Team

Affordable Housing, Charity Profiles, Family Services, Habitat Homes

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Human hearts long for home during the holidays. We want to be safe and warm, surrounded by the love of friends and family. Sadly, many American families don’t know the comfort of a safe, secure home. But Habitat for Humanity in the Greater Peoria area is doing everything they can to change that in their … read more

October 25, 2016

Fostering Family Togetherness in Tampa Bay

by DonateaCar Team

Charity Profiles, Children, Family Services, Helping Kids

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At A Kids Place of Tampa Bay, they understand what foster children need to feel safe. They’ve helped over 1,000 children and more than 450 Florida families to find peace and stability after abuse, neglect, and homelessness. When you learn how to donate your car in Florida with Donate a Car you’ll be helping them to provide … read more

September 27, 2016

Creating a Culture of Caring for All Ages

by DonateaCar Team

California, Family Services, Helping Kids, Helping Seniors, Human Services, Seniors

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The Stanford Settlement Neighborhood Center in North Sacramento, California is creating a culture of caring and empowerment in an area of few opportunities. When you donate your used vehicle through Donate a Car, you can help them fulfill their mission to help the disadvantaged and disenfranchised. A Neighborhood Service for All Ages The Stanford Settlement Neighborhood Center … read more

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