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About the Charity Cars Donation Program
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About the Charity Cars Donation Program
The Original Charity Cars All Rights Reserved 2015
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Charity Cars, Inc. A 501- Charity Cars, Inc. A 501-C-3 Non-Profit Charity • Fed ID 59-3362703 • Solicitation Disclosure • Privacy Policy • Sitemap
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According to The U.S. measure of poverty is an important social indicator
that affects not only public perceptions of well-being in America, but also
public policies and programs.
An indicator of the number and proportion of people with inadequate family
incomes for needed consumption of food and other goods and services. At
that time, the poverty "line" for a family of 4 had broad support. Because of
rising living standards in the United States, I am submitting this letter to you
that our neighbor, Saundra J Williams, Username:
[email protected] shared with me about 1-800charitycars.org
and how according to your founding mission is to provide free refurbished
donated vehicles to assist struggling families in their transition from
dependency to self-sufficiency.
About the Charity Cars Donation Program
Charity Cars began pairing donated cars with families in 1996. Our mission is to assist disadvantaged families as they are transitioning from a life of dependency to a life of self-sufficiency. We are a 501(C) (3) non-profit organization; and we are the first car donation charity of its kind in the nation.
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We are aware that we may not be
awarded a free car, but, thanks for
allowing us to submit this letter
according to your mission
statement “To engage in activities
that will uplift humanity.”
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How Your Car HelpsWhen you donate a car to Charity Cars, running or not, 100% of your donation goes to our charity and helps us provide the gift of transportation to a family in need. Cars that do not qualify to be given to a family are sold and help fund repairs to program cars. This way, even if your car does not run, you are helping a family receive a reliable, working car.
Your Donation Changes the Lives Of:Victims of Domestic ViolenceThe Medically NeedyVictims of Natural DisastersMilitary VeteransStruggling FamiliesThe Working Poor
About the Charity Cars Donation Program
We Accept Vehicles in All States
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, NewMexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
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Please be sure that you read the FAQ's
http://www.freecharitycars.org/faqs in their entirety! If you are sending messages, emails, contact us forms asking for answers that are already posted on the site within the FAQ's...they will be disregarded. Taking a few minutes to read the FAQ's saves everyone time, and confusion. There is nothing wrong with asking for help if your confused, can not find an answer etc.. but if your asking questions that are already answered it is a waste of valuable time. SO PLEASE make sure you read the FAQ's before you send any messages, contact us, emails etc...
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Car Donations That Make A Difference
HOW TO GET VOTES FOR LIKING/FOLLOWING CHARITY CARS
ONSOCIAL NETWORKS
The basics is you can only get the votes once you like/follow charity cars on BOTH Facebook Pages, Twitter, Google+, and/or Pinterest (only those right now), and you must contact (milodeke) here ON THIS SITE with the networks and your respective usernames for each. Upon verification votes will then be awarded.
PLEASE...be sure you read the FAQ's http://www.freecharitycars.org/faqs so you fully understand the instructions on how to get your votes for liking/following
charity cars on our social networks. Any messages sent outside this site, or without the information required will be disregarded.
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Activities to Promote, Earn Votes & Earn Badges
Earn-100-votes-for-liking-both-of-our-facebook-pagesEarn 100 Votes for liking both of our Facebook Pages (Notify Site Admin milodeke to get votes...Earn-50-votes-for-following-us-on-google+Earn 50 Votes for following us on Google+ (Notify Site Admin milodeke to get votes...Earn-50-votes-for-following-us-on-pinterestEarn 50 Votes for following us on Pinterest (Notify Site Admin milodeke to get votes...Earn-50-votes-for-following-us-on-twitter-Earn 50 Votes for following us on Twitter (Notify Site Admin milodeke to get votes...four-and-fourAdd four images and four videos to your profile for 25 votes.link-3-social-media-outletsAdd three social media outlets to your profile for 50 votes.make-a-donationEarn 200 votes per $10 donated through an approved donation method.profile-completionComplete your profile for 250 votes.sponsor-a-friendEarn 10 votes if an invited friend signs up and selects you as the referrer.start-your-blogWrite your first blog post for 10 votes.
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PROMOTE PROMOTE PROMOTE!!
Be sure you spread the word everywhere you can, and encourage people to donate to The Original 1-800 Charity
Cars, vehicle and/or financial donations are both accepted. You should share our donation site when you
promote which is 800charitycars.org, and you should also include your Free Charity Cars (FCC) username, and ask them if they make a donation, do a story, etc.. that they
let us know you are the one who referred them as you will be recognized, and awarded votes.
Car Donations That Make A Difference
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Car Donations That Make A Difference
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Car Donations That Make A Difference
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Car Donations That Make A Difference
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Car Donations That Make A Difference
Charity Cars’ experience with recipients is that the receipt of a vehicle donation has a profound effect upon their outlook on life. When we donate a car to these deserving people they seem to experience a rebirth of hope and self-esteem leading to renewed energy and ambition to succeed. Many individuals who have received donated vehicles have even expressed the feeling that they have been given a second chance at life. Few vehicle donation programs can impact the quality of life of the disadvantaged as immediately and dramatically as the Charity Cars donation program can.
Year after year, Charity Cars leads the nation in providing free vehicles to struggling families all across America. The relationship of the American people with their automobiles has traditionally been a deep-rooted love affair. The automobile has been and continues to be a symbol of personal freedom and self-sufficiency.
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• It is the Charity Cars mission to provide as many vehicles as possible to deserving families. If you would like to be 100% certain that your vehicle will be used as a "program vehicle" which entitles you to receive the maximum "Fair Market Value" tax receipt, simply ask our donation representative about our pre-approval process (1-800-242-7489 x 2).
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Featured On
DONATE NOW Charity Cars' donation program has been featured on Oprah, ABC's Good Morning America, CBS Morning News, the Montel Williams Show as well as national publications, such as People Magazine, The Non-Profit Times, The Chronicle of Philanthropy and the Associated Press, to name a few…
• Although we appreciate all vehicle donations, in any condition, running or not, the vast majority of donated vehicles do not qualify to be "program vehicles" (provided to a qualified person or entity).
• Charity Cars bases its decision on many factors including, but not limited to: year, make, model, mileage, condition, location, recipient, repair and funding limitations. Since placing a vehicle with a client is the exception rather than the rule, donors should assume that their vehicle will be sold at auction or for salvage with the proceeds returning to our charity. We will notify the donor by phone and in writing if their vehicle qualifies as a "program vehicle" and will be provided to a qualified person or entity.
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1-800-Charity Cars Partners with Recycled Car Donation Program
• 1-800-Charity Cars, National recycled car donation charity, was recently featured on WJBK Fox 2 News in Detroit for its partnership with the National Auto Body Council’s (NABC) Recycled Rides program. Thankful donation recipients are shown receiving the keys and sitting in the driver’s seat of their very own cars at a recent vehicle giveaway. The video clip also describes the process that the recycled car donation program uses to partner with local charity affiliates, auto body shops, mechanics, and others to give people the gift of reliable transportation. You can read about car donation recipient Debra Gregory in the article on WJBK Fox 2 News.
• If you have a car that you are looking to get rid of, consider making a recycled car donation to us today and you can help change the lives of struggling families. You can see the impact that your vehicle donation can have on the lives of others. when Estelle sees her very own car for the first time.
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• Will there be any cost to me?No. Charity Cars will pay for the cost to tow your vehicle donation.• What can I donate?Cars, vans, trucks, RV’s, boats, yachts, heavy equipment, and real estate, as long as you have clear title. In some states we may be able to accept your vehicle with just a registration.• Can I donate a vehicle that hasn’t run in years?Yes! Charity Cars accepts vehicles nationwide in any condition, running or not. (Very rare exceptions include vehicles whose value would not offset the cost of towing).
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• How long does it take to get my vehicle picked up?The same day you provide our donations representative with your information, we will contact our towing service which will phone you within 24 business hours to establish a convenient time to pick up your vehicle. If you need to have your car picked up right away, in most instances, we are able to accomodateyou. Just explain the situation to our donation representative.
•Is Charity Cars a non-profit organization?Yes, Charity Cars, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation FED ID# 59-3362703.
•Is my donation tax deductible?Donations to Charity Cars, Inc. are tax deductible, read this iportant tax notice; However, as with all questions pertaining to your specific tax situation, you should consult your tax advisor.
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• How does the new tax legislation affect how I value my donation?Under the old rules, when you donated a vehicle to a charity, you could value the donation at the “fair market value.” This year, if you donate a vehicle to charity, you are limited to the sales price if the vehicle is sold, unless the charity uses the vehicle in its mission. If Charity Cars provides your vehicle to a struggling family, then you can still deduct the full “fair market value.” According to the IRS, the donor, not the recipient charity, must determine the “Fair market value” which the IRS describes as the price that a willing buyer and a willing seller would agree to if neither were pressured to do so. Assistance with vehicle values can be found at Kelly Blue Books website. (Use private party value as a guide).
• Where do you pick up vehicles?Anywhere in the United States.
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• Do you have a question that we have not addressed?
We are happy to answer any additional questions that you may have. Please feel free to contact us.
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Charity Cars has awarded thousands of donated cars to families in need across the entire United States! Watch our video and see how donating a car can make a difference in the life of someone in need. You can make a difference in the life of another by donating your car ! Visit us at 800charitycars.org and donate a car today!
Car Donation Tax Deduction
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• Vehicle Donations and The Tax LawShort Summary of Tax Law
Donors may deduct the fair market value up to $500, or if the vehicle sells for more, the greater amount. If the vehicle is used in the charity’s mission (provided to a qualified person or entity) the donor may deduct the “fair market value”. According to the IRS, the donor, not the recipient charity, must determine the “Fair market value” which the IRS describes as the price that a willing buyer and a willing seller would agree to if neither were pressured to do so. Assistance with vehicle values can be found at Kelly Blue Books website (use private party value as a guide). Donors valuing their donation in excess of $5000 must acquire an independent appraisal. Our customer service representatives can provide additional information concerning appraisals (1-800-242-7489 x 2).
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• In-Depth Summary of Tax LawBeginning January 1, 2005, new federal tax legislation governing vehicle donations goes into effect. The following is a summary of the new legislation contained in (HR 4520).• Under the new law, allowable deductions for charitable
contributions of vehicles, boats and airplanes (collectively referred to as “assets” in this summary) for which the claimed value exceeds $500 will depend how the asset is used by the recipient charity. If the organization sells the asset without any significant intervening use or material improvement, the donor’s deduction is limited to the gross sales proceeds received by the charity.
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• But, if the organization uses the asset in direct furtherance of its charitable purpose the donor may deduct the “fair market value” of the asset. (According to the IRS, the donor, not the recipient charity, must determine the “fair market value” which the IRS describes as the price that a willing buyer and willing seller would agree upon if neither were pressured to do so. Assistance with vehicle values can be found at Kelly Blue Book’s web site. Use private party value as a guide.
Examples: If a vehicle with a “fair market value” of $4000 is donated directly to the non-profit charity and the organization sells the vehicle for $1000, the donor can only deduct $1000. But, if for instance, the organization provides the vehicle to a disadvantaged person, the donor may deduct the full “fair market value” of $4000.
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• Substantiation requirements when the claimed value exceeds $500 are as follows: No deduction is allowed unless the donor receives a written acknowledgement from the charity. That document must include the name and taxpayer identification number (social security number) of the donor and the vehicle identification number (or similar number) of the asset. Additional documentation is required but is dependent on how the asset is used by the charity:
• In the event the charity sells the asset without any significant intervening use or material improvement, the charity must send a written acknowledgement to the donor within 30 days of the sale certifying (1) that the asset was sold at an arms length transaction between unrelated parties, (2) the amount of the gross sales proceeds, and (3) include a warning that the donor’s deduction is limited to the sales proceeds.
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If the charity intends to make significant use of the donated asset (such as providing a donated vehicle to a disadvantaged person) or make material improvements, the required written acknowledgement must be provided within 30 days of the contribution and must certify: (1) the intended use and duration of such use or the material improvements to be made and (2) that the asset will not be transferred in exchange for money, other property, or services before completion of such use or improvements. For more information on car donation tax deductions, read the IRS Donors Guide to Car Donation.
Car Donation Recipient Testimonials
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A Car Will Change A Life• It is a miracle to me! It is like a dream come true to finally have my
own vehicle were I am the only one with keys to it, can go get in it, go to where I need or want to go as long as I have gas money and no car payment to worry about having car re-possessed. It truly is a blessing. Thank you so much again to all who made it possible!
- Ann
• I thank God everyday for the blessings he has given me and my family. I am very grateful and appreciative to Charity Cars for blessing me with a car. Words cannot explain it. I have learn to deal with my disability of having pain from many herniated discs and nerve damage issues that I have, and keep my head held high.
- LRose
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A Car Will Change A Life (Continues)
• Hi friends! I picked up my car. It’s perfect! I still can’t believe it but it’s true. I don’t even know how to say how thankful I am for this charity. I am in awe that this is happened for my kids and me. Thank you Jesus, without you nothing is possible! Thank you Brian and Reggie and everyone else who works for Free Charity Cars! Thank you friends for being there for us and continuing to vote!
This site is really something special! I am going to stay on and collect votes to transfer to others. There are so many here that need help and I pray they get it too! God bless!
- Hall
• What a Merry Christmas it is for me and my family. I got the call 3 days before Christmas that there was a car for us. I can’t even begin to explain what this means to us. I want to thank everyone here for everything you have done for me and my family. This will truly change our lives…… This is the best place and I will continue to support FCC and all they stand for. THANK YOU!!!!!!!!
- Past Recipient
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A Car Will Change a Life (Continues)• It has been a little over a year now since God blessed us
with a vehicle. I am now working full time and taking kids to school everyday. I can't express how thankful I am! Things are really going well right now
- Past Recipient• I want to thank FCC again for granting me a car 3 years
ago.because of the generousity shown to me i was able to finish college & am now in graduate school. it would not have been possible without the help of FCC...Thank you again from the bottom of my heart!
- Past Recipient
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Car Donations That Make A Difference
Charity Cars’ experience with recipients is that the receipt of a vehicle donation has a profound effect upon their outlook on life. When we donate a car to these deserving people they seem to experience a rebirth of hope and self-esteem leading to renewed energy and ambition to succeed. Many individuals who have received donated vehicles have even expressed the feeling that they have been given a second chance at life. Few vehicle donation programs can impact the quality of life of the disadvantaged as immediately and dramatically as the Charity Cars donation program can.
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• Car Donations That Make A DifferenceYear after year, Charity Cars leads the nation in providing free vehicles to struggling families all across America. The relationship of the American people with their automobiles has traditionally been a deep-rooted love affair. The automobile has been and continues to be a symbol of personal freedom and self-sufficiency. This may explain, in part, why the Charity Cars donation program has been so enthusiastically embraced by the general public and has elicited so many vehicle donations. Many donors report that they can empathize with the poor who lack a vehicle in our car dependent society, having had the experience themselves.