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Understanding Our Transparent Vehicle Donation Process

Wheels For Wishes has an easy and convenient car donation process. Take a look at what happens behind the scenes so you have a better idea of whether or not Wheels For Wishes is the right vehicle donation program for you.

Why Choose Wheels For Wishes?

Why Choose Wheels For Wishes

Donating your vehicle is a powerful way to support Make-A-Wish kids! At Wheels For Wishes, we ensure transparency throughout the process so you know exactly how your contribution makes an impact.

Here’s a detailed look at our donation process, ensuring clarity and effectiveness at every stage:

Step-by-Step Donation Process

Step-by-Step Donation Process

Here's a look at our vehicle donation process:

1. Making the Decision to Donate

  • Get Started: Reach out to us by calling 1-855-278-9474 or completing our online donation form.
  • Prompt Response: Expect contact within 24 hours of the next business day to arrange free towing.
  • Here to Help: Our professional team is here to help answer any questions you may have on the phone.

2. Complimentary Towing Service

Complimentary Towing Service
  • Convenience Ensured: We handle all logistics, coming to your location to pick up your vehicle.
  • Professional Care: Our team manages the towing details, offering a stress-free experience.

3. Evaluating and Selling the Vehicle

  • Tailored Approach: Your vehicle is assessed to determine whether it should go to an auction, recycling center, or scrap yard, ensuring maximum value.
  • Value Optimization: Our priority is to extract the most value for charity benefits, also impacting the amount of your tax deduction.

4. Fund Distribution to Make-A-Wish Chapters

  • Supporting Our Partners: Proceeds from the vehicle sale go directly to the Make-A-Wish chapter of your choosing. This funding is essential to providing wish experiences throughout the United States.
  • Making an Impact: Your car donations have provided over 14,114 wishes! Wheels For Wishes is one of the top contributors of Make-A-Wish in the U.S.

5. Receiving Your Tax-Deductible Receipt

Receiving Your Tax-Deductible Receipt
  • Seamless Paperwork: After completing the donation, we send you a tax-deductible receipt.
  • Tax Benefits: Use this receipt for your 1098-c form during tax season to claim your deduction.

The Benefits of Transparency

The Benefits of Transparency

Clear Communication

We prioritize keeping you informed at every step, offering you greater understanding and assurance about how your donation works.

Personalized Service

Each vehicle is handled based on its individual potential, whether through auction, recycling, or salvage, ensuring that every donation achieves maximum impact.

Effective Resource Allocation

By comprehensively assessing which sales method suits your vehicle, we ensure that the proceeds from its sale directly and effectively support charitable work.

Your Impact

Your Impact

Maximizing Benefits

  • Expert Evaluation: Our team’s expertise in assessment helps in securing the highest possible return, while you are directly benefiting Make-A-Wish kids.
  • Supportive Contributions: Proceeds go directly to Make-A-Wish, enhancing their ability to provide this vital service.

Simple and Rewarding Experience

  • Streamlined Process: Our straightforward procedures make your donation both simple and satisfying.
  • Ongoing Support: We’re here to assist and address any questions, ensuring a rewarding experience.

By choosing Wheels For Wishes, you’re ensuring a transparent, efficient process that maximizes funding to Make-A-Wish chapters, while providing you with valuable benefits. This clear, step-by-step approach allows you to contribute meaningfully, knowing your old vehicle is making a real difference.

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CDF also runs the following programs:
Wheels for Wishes benefiting Make-A-Wish®, Vehicles for Veterans benefiting disabled veterans, and Animal Car Donation benefiting animal rescue organizations.

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CDF's mission is to help these benefitting charities fulfill their missions with proceeds from CDF's car donation programs. CDF and all benefitting charities are separate and unaffiliated 501c organizations.
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A federally registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
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