Red Cross
HOW DOES A RED CROSS CAR DONATION WORK
Cars donated to the Red Cross are used to help disaster victims when they need it most. Proceeds from the sale of donated vehicles enable workers to return to their jobs, children to return to schools, and families to move back home or find new housing. Vehicles, which are unfit for driving provide a valuable resource for parts. By donating the car to the Red Cross, not only will you make a great difference in the life of someone in need, but you’ll get a valuable tax deduction as well.
The Car Donation Program is an important year-round fundraiser for the Red Cross. The Organization works with Capital Auto Auction to auction the vehicles for the most possible profit, with proceeds benefiting Red Cross programs and services.
To donate your car to the Red Cross either fill out the online form at www.redcross-cmd.org/Chapter/vform.html or call 410-764-4644.
Once we have your donation information, one of our towing companies will contact you to schedule a convenient date to pick up your vehicle. When the towing company arrives to pick up your car, they will also pick up the title and keys for the car. If you are not going to be home when the car is picked up, you will need to advise the towing company specifically where in the vehicle you will be leaving the title and keys. The towing company will leave you a towing receipt showing that your car was picked up on behalf of Red Cross.
All cars must adhere to these five rules:
1. Four inflated tires
2. Set of car keys
3. Clear title
4. No Lean on vehicle
5. If older than 1990, vehicle must be driveable.
The car needs to be either in the driveway or on the street - tow trucks will not drive into yards.
After the vehicle has been picked up, you may call 410-764-4644 to request a receipt.
Please have the car’s estimated value calculated before you call. To determine the value of your vehicle, you might consult the Kelly Blue Book website, or the NADA Official Car Guide in your local library. To determine your car donation-related tax deduction, it is recommended you consult with your tax attorney.
If your donation is worth more than $5,000, then you will need an appraisal and a signed 8283 tax form for your tax purposes. Vehicle donors receive an acknowledgement letter and tax receipt within 2 weeks of donation.
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