Car-Tech works with Vehicle Management Services, a local “car donation” management company, to assist donors in the process of donating a vehicle to charity. The advantages of vehicle donations are numerous and include:

1)      Enabling you, the donor, to claim a tax deduction as your vehicle donation is a Charitable Contribution of Property per IRS guidelines.

2)      A simple, rewarding and zero-cost method of removing your vehicle when it is no longer needed.

3)      The tax savings could result in a greater return than advertising and selling a vehicle privately or trading-in to an auto dealer.

How it works:

Donating a vehicle will not cost you anything. We will setup everything over the telephone when you have the Certificate of Title in your possession and we can usually pick up within 1-2 business days, so it happens fast! You do not have to be there when the vehicle is picked up, so if you work or have other obligations, you need not be present. Your vehicle will be towed to an auto auction and sold to raise money for the charity. There are many charities from which you may choose (click here to view a list) and hopefully one of the charities will be meaningful to you! The transport company will leave a receipt for you at the time of pickup and a second receipt will be mailed to you after the vehicle is sold at auction. This second receipt is yours to file with your taxes and conforms to all IRS requirements. The vehicle donation process is that simple!

 IRS Guidelines:

(Please note: The information listed below can be found in greater detail via IRS publication #526 “Charitable Contributions” which can be accessed at their website www.irs.gov)

 The IRS placed new guidelines for donated vehicles into effect in January of 2005. Vehicles which are donated to charity and sold as a fund raising effort must meet the following criteria:

1)      When you donate any vehicle, you may claim the smaller of:

      a) $500

               - or -

      b) the Fair Market Value.

2)      If the vehicle sells for more than $500, the donor may claim the sale amount as the Gross Proceeds and must submit a receipt from the charity which states: the selling price; the date of the donation; a reasonable description of the vehicle; the Charity’s Name, address and Tax ID number and a statement certifying the vehicle was sold “at an arm’s length” transaction to an unrelated buyer.

3)      As before, you may only claim the vehicle donation for the tax year in which the vehicle is donated. Some people think that charitable contributions can be treated like IRA contributions (ie: you can make an IRA contribution up to April of the following year, but claim the deduction for the previous year). This is NOT the case with charitable contributions. The year in which you make the vehicle donation must be the same as the tax year you are filing.

LIST OF CHARITIES:

These are the charities that may benefit from your donation. Please review their information and use it to decide which will receive proceeds from the sale of your donated vehicle.

S.P.C.A (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)
Caring for homeless, abused and abandoned pets since 1945. Visit their website at www.monmouthcountyspca.org for further information or contact Executive Director-Laurie Garrison at (732) 542-2030.

The Emmanual Cancer Foundation
Providing food, counseling and support to families with a child diagnosed with pediatric cancer, since 1983. Office Manager - J. Dianne Dill (908) 322-4323.
www.emmanuelcancer.org

Fairview Lake YMCA Camps
Provides educational activities, programs and experiences to youth and families through outdoor camping and activities. Many needy children are sponsored into the program through the generosity of donations from New Jersey residents. Associate Executive Director-Ellie Daingerfield (973) 383-9282.

Fathers' and Childrens'Equality
Fathers’ and Children’s Equality, Inc. (FACE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit support and self-help group for noncustodial parents and their families. We educate our members as to their rights and responsibilities as parents, and provide help primarily with divorce, child custody, parenting time, child support, parental alienation, paternity fraud and false allegations of abuse. Jeff Golden, Vice President, 888-76 FACE 9 (888-763-2239).
http://www.facenj.org

Prodigal Foundation, Inc.
"Reaching out to children whose lives have been adversely affected by cancer". Dedicated to helping High School Seniors achieve their dreams of Higher Education through Scholarship Awards. In addition, we work closely with hospitals in meeting their demands for particular equipment and materials that will benefit children with cancer. Our "Project Teddy" is known throughout the state for bringing joy and pleasure to children during the holiday season. For more information please visit us at www.prodigalfoundation.com

Poricy Park, Middletown, New Jersey
Offering educational activities and information to those interested in learning the history of local wildlife, preservation, nature walks and similar programs. Joyce Ferejohn - Executive Director (732) 842-5966.
www.poricypark.org

Preferred Children's Services
Serving local youth with services benefiting children and families such as: counseling, educational programs, social services, medical assistance, training, shelter, etc. President/CEO -William J. Sette (732) 364-4590.
www.preferredbehavioral.org/children

Epilepsy Foundation
Dedicated to the education and support of people with developmental disabilities including: Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Mental Retardation, Spina Bifida and traumatic brain inury. Manager, New Initiatives - Samantha Griffiths 800-336-5843.
www.efnj.com

St. Joseph Church
Monsignor Donovan High, Middle and Grade Schools - Education and religious services to Toms River, New Jersey and the surrounding areas. Director of Development - Debbie Cini 732-349-0018 X-2211.
www.stjoesparish.org

National Multiple Sclerosis Society, New Jersey Metro Chapter
Improving the quality of life through Knowledge, Health and Independence through programs and support to those afflicted with MS and their families. President-Jessica Moll 732-660-1005.
www.mjcms.org

United Way of Summit, Berkeley Heights and New Providence
Strengthening and Supporting Families, Supporting Vulnerable and Aging Populations, Helping Youth and Children. Executive Director - Hope Cassano (908) 771-0717.

Algonquin Arts Theater
Providing cultural enrichment and educational enhancement of the highest artistic quality through live performance, film and educational programs. Executive Director-Jack Drew (732) 528-9211.
www.algonquinarts.org

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore
Giving girls a safe and nurturing environment in which to grow strong so they can assume the role of active citizens in their own community. Senior Director, Development & Public Relations - Patricia Walsh (732) 938-5454.
www.girlscoutsjs.org

Habcore
Habcore provides housing for homeless adults in the Monmouth County area. Steve Heisman, Executive Director. 732-544-1975.
www.habcore.org

Monmouth Council Boy Scouts of America
Preparing boys for the future while instilling positive values and building leadership skills. Council Executive - Lee Marconi (732) 536-2347.
www.monmouthbsa.org

Signs of Sobriety
An advocacy program for deaf and hearing impaired individuals with substance abuse problems. Executive Director-Steven Shevlin. TTY: (609) 882-7177 Voice: (609) 882-7677. Email Address: info@signsofsobriety.org
www.signsofsobriety.org

Family Support Center
Their goal is strengthening, preserving, and supporting families and individuals with special needs in New Jersey. Director-Samantha Griffiths toll free - 800-372-6510 or 732-528-8080.
www.familysupportnj.com

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Jersey, Inc
An organization of volunteer advocates trained to speak as an independent voice in court for the best interests of abused, abandoned and neglected children that are in the out-of-home placement program of the court system. Rita Gulden, Executive Director. 973-410-9409.
www.casaofnj.org

Patriots Path Council, Boy Scouts of America
Providing strong scouting values for boys in Morris County. Joseph Gonnella, Sr Finance Director.
www.ppbsa.org

Jersey Shore Council, Boy Scouts of America
Assisting boys in scouting while building a brighter tomorrow. Ethan Draddy, Scout Executive. Phone # 732.349.1037.
www.jerseyshore-bsa.org

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Monmouth County
Providing mentors to single parent children. Lewis B. Lokitz, Exec. Director. Phone # 732.544.2224.
www.bbbsmonmouth.org

Autism Family Services of New Jersey
Support for children, adults and family facing the many challenges of Autism. Samantha Griffiths - Manager of New Initiatives. 732-262-8020.
www.autismfamilyservicesnj.com

New Jersey Repertory Company
A celebration of theater and the arts while developing and producing new plays with diverse themes. Teresa Staub, Dir. of Dev. 732-229-3166 x-104.
www.njrep.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County
Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest and largest youth mentoring organization in the United States. Executive Director - Sue Sedivec. 732-905-5349. www.bbbsoc.org

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Camden County, Inc.
An independent, non-profit organization committed to advocating for the best interests of children in out-of-home-placement under the jurisdiction of the NJ Family Court system. Executive Director - Shyra Bland. 856-858-4488.
www.casaofcamdencounty.org

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Monmouth County, Inc.
Child Advocate volunteers working within Monmouth County and the NJ Court system helping abused and neglected children. Cindi VanBrunt, Executive Director. 732-460-9100 www.casaofmonmouth.org

Earth Share of NJ
Founded by New Jersey's leading environmental groups to economically raise fund for member organizations working to protect our environment. Executive Director Paula Aldarelli 609-989-1160.
www.earthsharenj.org

Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide
Robert Agel, President. 4249 US Highway 9, Bldg #2, Freehold, NJ. 732-294-1300.

South Branch Watershed Association
The South Branch Watershed Association (SBWA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to protecting the environment in the watershed of the South Branch Raritan River. For over 40 years, SBWA has been assisting municipalities, schools, community groups, and citizens with protecting natural resources through education and outreach. Dir of Development, Lynn Becker. 908-782-0422 Ext.13.
www.sbwa.org

New Jersey Lions
Lions District 16-A Charitable Foundation, founded in 1971, is a 100% volunteer organization designed to receive, administer and distribute funds to charitable, religious, literacy and educational organizations. Joel Urdang, Trustee. 1-877-NJ LIONS (1-877-655-4667).