It could be the “one of those days” — you’re late for work, there are projects due today and just when you really need to be at the office, your car gives out on you. Or, it could be one of your best days — you’ve been saving for months now, you think you’ve found the best deal and you’re ready to get rid of the car you’ve been driving since high school. On either of these days, you could really use a new car. But, don’t be so quick to condemn your old transportation to the junkyard. Perhaps you have a veteran parent, relative or friend that could use some new transportation. Consider Purple Heart Car Donations. The Purple Heart, an organization of the American Red Cross for veterans, will be happy to take your old car off your hands through car donations.
These car donations are designed to provide transportation for military veterans. The organization is devoted to the welfare and care of veterans, offering a variety of services to assist them in daily life after the military. Making it possible for veterans to have reliable transportation through Purple Heart Donations is where you come in.
First, locate Purple Heart centers near you. The main locations are in Atlanta, Baltimore, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. If you don’t live in or near any of these cities, there may be Purple Heart affiliate centers in your area. Ask your local automobile dealer or charitable organizations to find out how you can donate.
Purple Heart Donations centers also have good incentives for those who choose to donate their vehicles. You can arrange to have your car towed to the center, in case you won’t have time to drive it there. But, don’t forget to have your title in the car. Your title must have no outstanding liens in order for your car to be considered by Purple Heart. Your donation is also tax-deductible, and you’ll save more money in taxes than a dealer would give you if you traded you car in. When you bring your car to a car donation center, you’ll receive a receipt with an IRS tax form, so you can include this information when you file for taxes, as the IRS lets donors deduct complete ‘fair market’ while itemizing your vehicle. Also, cars are not the only thing you can donate to Purple Heart. You can also give motorcycles, RVs and boats.
Many non-profit organizations such as Purple Heart are sponsoring car donation projects across the country now, most with a specific concentration. Some are geared toward helping single mothers, some are focused on helping low-income families. And some, are devoted to helping those of all ages who have served in the military. If you are thinking about giving your vehicle to charity, choose a cause you are most passionate about. Before you give up on your old vehicle and think you have no idea what to do with it, consider giving your car to Purple Heart Car Donations — someone who has served your country could use it.
By Tamiya King
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