Louisiana Car Donation Benefits Local Make-A-Wish Kids

Need to get rid of a car? Wheels For Wishes is a nonprofit car donation program that benefits the kids of Make-A-Wish in Louisiana. We make it incredibly easy for you to donate your car for a great cause. Your car donations make it possible for children dealing with critical illness to have a wish experience fully paid for. A wish experience provides a break from routine medical treatment and an uplifting moment that they can remember for the rest of their lives.

Make A Difference With Your Car Donation

Donating your car may not seem like a big deal, but it really does go a long way for kids dealing with critical illness. Since we started in 2010, Wheels For Wishes has given local chapters of Make-A-Wish more than $125 million. That's only possible thanks to the generosity of car donors like you.

"Your contribution is more than just a gift. For these special kids, it's a chance to forget about being sick. To remember that anything is possible. To keep making plans for the future. It is the gift of hope. And for our wish kids, it is the most powerful gift in the world."

Amanda Mewborn, Sr. Director of Development

Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast & Louisiana

Donate Almost Any Vehicle

• Cars
• Trucks
• Trailers
• RVs
• SUVs
• Motorcycles
• Watercraft
• Motorhomes
• Boats
• Jet Skis
• And much more!

Receive The Maximum Benefits For Your Gulf Coast Car Donation

• Regardless of your car's age or condition, it will still make a difference. Your car doesn't even need to run anymore for us to accept it as a donation.
• The perfect way to get rid of just about any vehicle without any of the stress that comes with towing, storing, or trying to sell your unwanted vehicle. Our team can guide you through each step.
• On top of free towing, Wheels For Wishes gives donors a tax deduction because we are a nonprofit, as long as you itemize.
• You get to help the kids of Make-A-Wish in Louisiana get their wishes granted.

The Tax Benefits of Your Louisiana Car Donation

You can claim your deduction only if you itemize deductions on your return. We can't give tax advice, so talk to your own tax advisor about your specific situation.

You never need an appraisal to donate. We send your tax receipt within 30 days of your vehicle's sale, so you'll have your tax deductible documentation well ahead of tax season.

Your deduction counts for the year you donate, even if your vehicle sells the following year, which makes late December a great time to donate if you're planning ahead for your return. Questions about the IRS rules for your specific situation are best directed to your own tax advisor.

Title Transfer and Registration

Our team can offer guidance through the title transfer and registration paperwork for your donation. Bring your title, and if you're not the sole owner or have questions about ownership, we're happy to offer assistance.

Completing the transfer properly protects you from future liability tied to the vehicle once ownership changes hands.

We'll Tow You For Free Anywhere in Louisiana; Benefiting Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast & Louisiana:

In Louisiana, Wheels For Wishes will come get your car from:

• New Orleans
• Lafayette
• Shreveport
• Metairie
• Baton Rouge
• Lake Charles
• Bossier City
• Kenner
• Monroe
• Alexandria
• Anywhere in Louisiana!

If you don't live in a big city, don't worry. Wheels For Wishes covers the entire state of Louisiana with free towing, from Baton Rouge to the smallest communities in between.

Start Your Louisiana Car Donation Today:

Donating your car is simple with Wheels For Wishes! Here's where you can start your easy car donation:

• You can reach us here 1-855-278-9474 or on our website by visiting our online donation form.
• Within 24 hours of the next business day or less we'll reach out to you for your free towing.
• You'll get your receipt in the mail within a month, it's that simple!

If you have an unwanted car, don't hold onto it another day. By donating, your car, boat, or other vehicles will be gone before you know it. You'll enjoy free towing and a tax deduction, but best of all, you'll know that your donation helps wish kids in Louisiana.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Donate a Car That Doesn't Run?

Yes. We accept vehicles on a case-by-case basis regardless of condition, including many that no longer run.

What Documents Do I Need?

You'll generally need your vehicle's title. If it's missing or you have questions about registration, our team can help.

Where Does My Donation Go?

Proceeds from your donation support Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast & Louisiana's mission, helping fund wishes for families across the state.