Interested in donating your vehicle to an organization you believe in? It's easy
to make a contribution that supports the Gallo Center by donation your car,
truck, RV, boat, motorcycle or other vehicle.
How it Works
Just visit
this website of our partner, or call Chariable Auto
Resources toll-free (877) 537-5277 to speak to a Vehicle Donation
Representative, or email at your convenience to
donations@charitableautoresources.com
to inquire further about this program.
A Representative will schedule a pickup that's convenient for you and provide
you with confirmation of your donation.
If the gross proceeds from the sale of your donated vehicle are $500 or more and
if you provide your Social Security number to a Representative at the time of
your donation, you will also receive an IRS tax form 1098C stating the sale
price of the vehicle. This amount is what you actually claim on the itemized tax
return.
According to the tax law effective January 1, 2005, if the claimed value of the
donated vehicle exceeds $500, the taxpayer is limited to the gross proceeds of
the sale.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of donating my car to the Gallo Center for the Arts?
Gallo Center for the Arts benefits by receiving a cash donation to fund new
and existing programs and increase community awareness through local events. You
benefit by being able to reduce your taxable income when taxes are itemized.
Plus you avoid the costs associated with selling your car. No need to pay for
advertising, no loss of privacy and possible security risk, and no need to pay
for vehicle registration, insurance, and repairs to keep your car in running
condition while you wait for a buyer.
Does my car have to be running to donate it?
In some cases we can take your car, running or not. However, it must have
an engine and be tow-able. Contact a representative at (877) 537-5277 to find
out if your vehicle qualifies for pick-up.
Do you only accept cars for donation?
Many types of motor vehicles are accepted including boats, motorcycles, trucks,
and cars. If you are uncertain as to whether or not your vehicle is eligible,
please contact the vehicle donation program toll free at (877) 537-5277.
Do I have to be with the vehicle at the time of pick-up?
No. Special arrangements can be made by calling a representative.
Do I pay for the towing?
No, there is no charge to you for the towing.
What paperwork do I need?
The only paperwork needed is a signed, clear title. Have your title with you
when you call-in your donation. [Please note: a clear title indicates the title
is in the name of the donor without a lien].
Do I need a smog certificate in order to donate my car?
For states that require smog certificates or safety inspections, you may donate
your vehicle without these documents.
Will I get a tax receipt for my donation?
Yes, our driver will issue a receipt at the time of pick-up. This is not your
final tax receipt unless the sale of your vehicle does not exceed $500. This
initial acknowledgement will indicate your name as well as the year, make, model
and condition of the car you are donating. It will be your only receipt if your
vehicle sells for less than $500.
What if my car is valued over $5000?
Effective January 1, 2005, you are no longer required to have vehicles
appraised. The value you may claim will be the amount of gross proceeds received
from your vehicle Account.
An IRS Form 1098-C, “Contributions of Motor Vehicles, Boats, and Airplanes” will
be mailed to you within 30 days of the sale stating the amount of gross proceeds
received from your car, provided your vehicle sold for more than $500 and you
have submitted your social security number. This will be your tax receipt for
your charitable contribution.
What can I claim as a deduction?
According to the tax law effective January 1, 2005, if the claimed value of the
donated vehicle exceeds $500, the taxpayer is limited to the gross proceeds of
the sale.
I donated my vehicle several weeks ago and I have not heard what it sold for.
How can I find out? I need the information for my tax return.
Call our representatives at (877) 537-5277 and they will inform you where your
vehicle is in the selling process. Keep in mind that the entire auction process
and paperwork completion could take several weeks. But a phone call to our
representatives will provide you the information you need, especially at tax
time.
