Friday, December 21, 2007


What type of charitable gift makes the most sense for you?
We will work with you to figure out the gift plan that meets your needs and helps the world’s poorest women attain economic self-sufficiency. Many of our supporters find the Goals & Benefits chart very helpful. However, the easiest way to get the information you need to understand your choices is to contact us.



Gift Planning can provide solutions to real life problems,such as:
Would you like to sell real estate or stock that has grown in value, but are discouraged by the amount of capital gains tax you would have to pay? - Donate appreciated stock or all or a portion of the real estate, instead of using cash for your gift. The income tax deduction is for the current value of the stock or real estate, and you pay no capital gains tax on the difference between what you paid for the asset and what it is worth today.
Are you looking for a way to plan your legacy without having to pay your attorney to change your will? There is a very simple cost-free way to make your legacy an end to chronic hunger – name Freedom from Hunger a beneficiary of your retirement plan or life insurance policy.
Are you “sick and tired” of managing your rental property or ready to get off the “stock market roller coaster”? You can receive the income earned on the amount of your gift for the rest of your life – Join Freedom from Hunger’s Pooled Income Fund, or find out if a remainder unitrust or remainder annuity trust makes sense for you. Whichever one you chose, the amount left over supports microfinance programs for the world’s poorest women.
Are you concerned about the amount of inheritance taxes that your family will have to pay? You can be a philanthropic role model for your children and grandchildren and provide an appropriate inheritance for your heirs – we can show you how a charitable lead trust provides microfinance and health protection services to the world’s poorest women today, while saving inheritance taxes and providing appropriate distributions to your heirs in the future

Your passion for helping the very poor attain economic self-sufficiency and ending their own hunger – for good – will be permanently memorialized by i


Your passion for helping the very poor attain economic self-sufficiency and ending their own hunger – for good – will be permanently memorialized by including Freedom from Hunger in your estate plan. It’s very simple to continue your support for women and their families in developing countries by making a bequest in your Will or Living Trust, or by naming Freedom from Hunger as the beneficiary of your retirement plan, life insurance policy, bank account, or mutual fund

If you’re interested in minimizing the out-of-pocket cost of your gift, and maximizing tax savings, there are a variety of choices for you to consider that help you while you help others.

Workplace Giving
Whether it's prompted by the annual workplace giving campaign or it's just something you've always meant to do, you may want to take advantage of a special benefit offered by many employers: giving through payroll deduction. Federal employees have a special opportunity to designate a charity through the annual Combined Federal Campaign.
Payroll deduction is one of the easiest ways to support your favorite cause. You can designate exactly how much you want to give and choose the organization you wish to support. The rest is done automatically…until you say it's time to stop.
Freedom from Hunger participates in workplace giving through Global Impact, which represents more than 50 of the most respected U.S.-based international charities in workplace giving campaigns across the nation. Global Impact touches more than 400 million lives worldwide through disaster relief, education, health training and economic programs that promote self-sufficiency.
When filling out your workplace giving form, use code #10731 or simply Freedom from Hunger, at 1644 DaVinci Court, Davis, California, 95618.
And thank you for the support!

How We Make a Difference
No handout can accomplish as much as a good self-help program. We partner with hard-working poor women and in-country organizations to implement proven programs that address the causes of poverty, ill health and hunger. Our sustainable approach ensures that the progress we make together today will build into the future-and help more and more families.
As the New Year approaches, think of the mothers, the children, and families who could be thanking you. Donate to Freedom from Hunger.

As the year ends, Freedom from Hunger would like to offer you the opportunity to give a life-changing gift to women in some of the world’s poorest countries.
Your tax-deductible donation will help us bring self-help solutions to poor women and children living on a $1 a day or less --
Our Credit with Education program enables women to feed their children, improve their families’ health and walk the path to self-reliance. We combine health and nutrition education with cash credit to build home-based businesses. Equipped with these powerful resources-provided by people who care -- women are leading their families toward a brighter future.

You can donate your car to a wide range of charity organizations, but picking the most representative ones requires getting some previous information. So before actually donating your car, make sure you get some relevant info about the charity organization, its purposes, projects and usage of your car. You might find out that there are various organizations that have different goals and you will probably find, among them, a great cause and possibility to donate your car to something meaningful. Even more, make sure that your car is going to go to an eligible organization that is serious in its acts and has valid previous work. In order to be sure, speaking directly with the charity agents is the safest way to go. In fact, the IRS requests that the donors are aware of the type of the fundraiser society they choose. When talking to the charity representatives, the most important information regards the exact usage of your car, if it will be sold, fixed up, offered to the less fortunate people and so on. Besides these, you should check up if the charity organization is qualified and in order to know that for sure, you can review the organization’s state registrations and financial situations, administrative costs and charitable programs.
Charitable donations and car evaluations
Another important thing before donating your car is evaluating it in a correct way. There are various guides on the market that offer elaborate instructions, in order to establish the valid value of your car, depending on its general condition, accessories, age and mileage. After making sure that you selected the correct charitable organization and the optimum evaluation, you should be aware of the fact that you are required to complete and attach an IRS form to your tax return, in case you are claiming a car donation that values 500 $ or above.
Donating a used car to charity is a great solution if you are planning to purchase a new car or if you are simply willing to contribute to acharitable activity. Knowing and following some steps before the actual car donation avoids further worries, as it makes the process a safe and fulfilling one.
Are there any hidden facts about used car donation that I should be aware of?
First of all, not every used car donation programs are functioning legally. Before you make your used car donation, you should check with the IRS if the charity is a non-profit organization listed under paragraph 501 (c) (3) in the IRS Publication 78.
Secondly, check out if the used car donation program is run in-house by the charity itself or by a third party. If a third party is operating the used car donation program, you should ask what percent of the profit made by selling the donated cars actually goes to the charity. Often,third-party operated used car donation programs produce small amounts of money for the charity. Smaller charities do not afford the costs of transportation and storage for the donated cars, not to mention the costs involved in charity auctions. This is the main reason why charities accept to have their used car donation programs run buy third-party brokers.

Car Donation Programs - Guide For successfully donating a vehicle to charity Donating a car to charity is often tax deductibleIt has been around for years but recently it has become a very popular way for charities to raise funds and help their organizations. However not all charities are the same, and neither are the steps you need to follow to donate. This guide is intended to help you make an informed decision when you a looking for the right charity to donate your vehicle.
The truth is if you donate your car to charity it is the best way to get rid of vehicles that you would get next to nothing for in trade. When you donate to a charity they will process the donated vehicle in various ways.
If the donated vehicle is in decent operating order and just needs some minor repairs it may be just fixed up and donated directly to a family.
If the vehicle is of greater value it is likely that it would just be send to auction and put on the block. The charity would take the proceeds from the sale and use them to help their organization.
If the donated vehicle does not operate or is in need of extensive repairs it may just be stripped of all the valuable components and sold off separately. The remainder of the car, the scrap metal, would be sold off and recycled as well. Of course the proceeds from selling the car off would be use to help those that rely on the charity.
There are several steps you should take to be sure there will be no unwanted surprises that pop up during the donation process.
First, check up on the charity - See who they are and what their organization supports. You want to be sure the money is going to a worth while cause that you support.

Tuesday, December 18, 2007


Mercedes R320L CDI SE
Whether it's by train or plane, there's nothing like travelling first class. With enormous seats and uncompromised luxury, Mercedes wants its new R-Class to be the automotive equivalent. But will buyers be prepared to pay for an upgrade?On sale in the UK next month, the premium estate will be available in standard and long-wheelbase forms. Both offer three rows of two seats, along with a choice of two petrol engines or a diesel unit. Surprisingly, 70 per cent of sales in Britain are expected to go tothe long-wheelbase version, so we drove the R320L CDI.Sharing its underpinnings with the M-Class, the biggest all-wheel-drive R-Class is huge - 369mm longer than its off-road sibling, with a 3,215mm wheelbase. Both rows of passenger seats provide plenty of leg and shoulder room, while even the rearmost pair offer acceptable headroom. Easy access to the back is made possible by middle chairs that slide forward, and large rear doors - although the size of the latter means there's not room to open them fully in car parks.With a raised driving position and huge dimensions, the R-Class handles like an SUV, but a lower centre of gravity means it doesn't suffer the ponderous changes of direction that afflict many off-roaders. There's little steering feel, but despite its size the R320 is stable when cornering. The diesel powerplant, proven in other models, is strong and refined.Air-suspension is an option, but our test model sat on conventional springs and offered decent comfort. If you've got a long journey to make, the R-Class is about as relaxing as any car can be.

Veteran Motor Car Club of America
The purpose of the Veteran Motor Car Club of America is to encourage the acquisition, preservation, and restoration of antique and historically significant automobiles. The VMCCA is dedicated to promoting good fellowship and cooperation between its membership; to disseminating accurate historical and technical information; and to sponsoring tours, events, and exhibitions of antique and historically significant automobiles.

Car Club Listings
Great Old Cars listings of Classic Car Clubs are categorized into three main areas: Regional Listings, National/International Listings and Canadian Listings. Although we have referred to these as "classic car clubs", listings include all types of cars: Classic Cars, Specialty Cars, Sports Cars, Exotic Cars, Antique Cars, Vintage Cars, Hotrods, Street Rods, Muscle Cars, Trucks, Military Vehicles and Foreign or International Carsif you would like your car club added to our istings are organized by State. Regional Listings are local clubs that have a focus on events and functions within their local community. Memberships usually consist of individuals living in that specific area.: These are larger clubs that have events and functions that cater to a larger population. Membership is large. Clubs in this category may be focused on specific car manufacturers but they also could be general in Regional clubs where events and functions are community based. These are local clubs within the Canadian border.

Sunday, December 16, 2007

Things to look for


Things to look for:
Misspelled words on the face of the check• Borders on the check appear uneven• Magnetic number line is uneven/printed too low or too high on the bottom of the check• No Bank logo or Corporate logo, or if there is, it does not appear to be crisp and clear• The check # in the upper right hand corner does not match the check # in the magnetic line on the bottom of the check• Look at the City or State where the check was issued from, is that the location where you are sending your vehicle or where the purchaser said they live• Blurry or fuzzy printing. Good checks are clear. If blurry, then it could indicate that it has been photo copied or scanned. • Raised numbers or letters. Check should be smooth.• Always verify the check before depositing it to your account. Do not call the telephone number on the face of the check, if one is provided, use an independent source to obtain the telephone number, such as the yellow pages or Directory Assistance. There are also online verification of telephone numbers searches such as “Reverse Lookup”.

Donating a vehicle to charity


Donating a vehicle to charity
But some people who give away an old auto might find their tax break smaller than they expected. And a few donors, thanks to the intricacies of vehicle gift guidelines, might be able to boost their deduction amounts.Giving away a clunker to a charity used to be straightforward. You could claim the old car's fair market value, that is, the amount a willing buyer would pay a willing seller for the product. Typically, you'd refer to auto valuation services such as the Kelley Blue Book or online auto services to get an idea of the donated car's value, give it to your favorite nonprofit and then drive off with a tax break equal to that valuation amount. No more.Because some taxpayers got greedy, the rules on how much you can write off were tightened a couple of years ago. The move to put the brakes on auto deductions shifted into high gear after a Government Accountability Office report found wide discrepancies between the value that some vehicle donors claimed on their tax returns and the actual worth of the donated cars. These excessive vehicle valuations, according to the GAO, cost the Treasury $654 million in tax revenue in 2000.Since 2005, deduction amounts for some donated vehicles have been dramatically limited. The precise tax break depends on the donor's claimed value of the gift and how the charity uses the vehicle."This puts taxpayers in the unusual situation of not knowing the size of their deduction when they make the donation," says Bob D. Scharin, senior tax analyst at RIA, a publisher of tax guides.
$500 limitIn most instances, a taxpayer must take into account a $500 threshold on vehicular gifts. This value amount applies to autos, boats and even airplanes. When the donated vehicle's value (based on credible fair market value analyses) exceeds that amount, claiming the deduction gets more complicated.This valuation ceiling comes into play when a charity sells a donated vehicle.In this case, just how much a taxpayer can deduct depends on the amount the sale nets.For example, you donate your old station wagon that's worth $1,000. Under the old rules, that would be the amount you could deduct. But now, if the charity turns around and sells your donation for $800, your deduction is limited to the lower sales price.The charity must give you substantiation of the IRS-allowed donation amount within 30 days of when you turn your car over to the charity or, if the group sells the auto, within 30 days of the vehicle's sale.By now, you should have gotten word from the charity as to what it did with your old vehicle. If you haven't heard from the charity, give it a call and ask that it send, or resend, you the donation specifics.Plus, you now must include a copy of the acknowledgment with your tax return. Previously, such receipts were generally only kept by the taxpayer in case the IRS questioned a claimed deduction

Friday, November 23, 2007

Donating a vehicle to charity


The ads are still out there: "Donate your car and get a tax break." Technically, the ads are true.




But some people who give away an old auto might find their tax break smaller than they expected. And a few donors, thanks to the intricacies of vehicle gift guidelines, might be able to boost their deduction amounts.




Giving away a clunker to a charity used to be straightforward. You could claim the old car's fair market value, that is, the amount a willing buyer would pay a willing seller for the product. Typically, you'd refer to auto valuation services such as the Kelley Blue Book or online auto services to get an idea of the donated car's value, give it to your favorite nonprofit and then drive off with a tax break equal to that valuation amount. No more.




Because some taxpayers got greedy, the rules on how much you can write off were tightened a couple of years ago. The move to put the brakes on auto deductions shifted into high gear after a Government Accountability Office report found wide discrepancies between the value that some vehicle donors claimed on their tax returns and the actual worth of the donated cars. These excessive vehicle valuations, according to the GAO, cost the Treasury $654 million in tax revenue in 2000.




Since 2005, deduction amounts for some donated vehicles have been dramatically limited. The precise tax break depends on the donor's claimed value of the gift and how the charity uses the vehicle.




"This puts taxpayers in the unusual situation of not knowing the size of their deduction when they make the donation," says Bob D. Scharin, senior tax analyst at RIA, a publisher of tax guides.






In most instances, a taxpayer must take into account a $500 threshold on vehicular gifts. This value amount applies to autos, boats and even airplanes. When the donated vehicle's value (based on credible fair market value analyses) exceeds that amount, claiming the deduction gets more complicated.



This valuation ceiling comes into play when a charity sells a donated vehicle.


In this case, just how much a taxpayer can deduct depends on the amount the sale nets.



For example, you donate your old station wagon that's worth $1,000. Under the old rules, that would be the amount you could deduct. But now, if the charity turns around and sells your donation for $800, your deduction is limited to the lower sales price.



The charity must give you substantiation of the IRS-allowed donation amount within 30 days of when you turn your car over to the charity or, if the group sells the auto, within 30 days of the vehicle's sale.



By now, you should have gotten word from the charity as to what it did with your old vehicle. If you haven't heard from the charity, give it a call and ask that it send, or resend, you the donation specifics.



Plus, you now must include a copy of the acknowledgment with your tax return. Previously, such receipts were generally only kept by the taxpayer in case the IRS questioned a claimed deduction.




Charity Car Donation Program Nationwide



If you are looking to get rid of your used car, then donate your car and give your vehicle donation to a charity of your choice. Donate vehicle to raise money for charity and qualify for an IRS tax deduction through Cars 4 Causes ® charity car donation program nationwide. Donate car, trucks, boats, RVs, motorcycles running or non-running to charity of your choice. If you want more information on the car donations process, you can go to our how to donate a car page. Read how our charity car donation program has helped other charities.


Why Cars 4 Causes ® gets on average the highest returns from your car donation than any other vehicle donation program?


In order to raise money for charity from your generous auto donation, the charity cars need to be sold. We sell most of our vehicles at our retail locations. Other vehicle donations programs send their car donations directly to an auction. On average, an automobile sold at auction will bring in a lower dollar amount whereas a similar car sold at a retail location will bring in a higher dollar amount.


Not all charities have the means to run their own car donation program. So it is important for you to be sure that your charity is getting the most money possible for your auto donation. Cars 4 Causes ® is a charity and we handle our own car donation program. While we are a charity who focuses on youth education, we will share your vehicle donation with a charity of your choice. Since we sell most of our cars at our retail stores, you can expect that car donations to Cars 4 Causes ® sell, on average, for a higher price. What does that mean for you? You help raise more money for charity and if you use this vehicle donation as a tax deduction, then you will be able to deduct the higher sale price.


What Can You Donate to Our Vehicle Donation Program?
Cars 4 Causes ® charity car donation program nationwide accepts auto donations and other vehicle donations such as, cars, trucks, vans,
RV's, trailers, motor homes, motorcycles, and boats. We accept most car donations whether the vehicles are running or not. Proceeds from the auto donations can be shared with the charity of your choice. Read our car donations FAQs for more information.

Charity Car Donations as a Tax Write off or Tax Deduction
Cars 4 Causes ®, "The Charity That Gives To Charities"® is a REAL CHARITY! We are a non-profit charity and we are tax exempt under the
IRS Code 501(c)(3). After you donate car, we will send you a donation receipt. For many people, vehicle donations can be a great tax deduction. Read our Vehicle Donation FAQ's page to learn about receiving a tax write off when you donate cars. Donate vehicle to raise money for charity and qualify for an IRS tax deduction. Everyone's tax situation is different, so you should ask your tax professional how a car donation would help you.

The Purpose of Auto Donations
Car donations and other automobile donations allow you to help your community. Non-profit organizations are in constant need of additional funds and you can help with your car donations. Automobile donations allow you to donate cars even when they are not drivable. We handle the paperwork so there is no need to worry about that. Just know that you can give to the charity of your choice through our nationwide car donations program with a generous vehicle donation! Cars 4 Causes ® goal is to help other charities further their causes and continue with the good services they provide to their local communities.

Our founders have combined their knowledge of the auto industry with a desire to advance philanthropic causes through car donations, auto donations and other charitable contributions. It's amazing to see the difference just one car donation can make.


Make a car donation to charity today!

Donate a Car



Ever wondered what to do with that old car that's just not worth the hassle of selling? Why not Donate your car to charity!


So why Donate a Car? The obvious reason is simply to give to charity, which is as good a reason as any. But there's more to it than meets the eye. Another big reason to donate a car, and probably the actual reason why most cars are donated, is that Donating a Car is tax deductable.


When you donate a car, you can register the gift as a charitable donation and subsequently pay less income tax as a result.


This all sounds great, organisations benefit from selling the cars donated, people that donate a car get the reward of less tax and avoid the hassle of trying to sell the car. But surely this alone can't be the reason why over 700,000 Americans a year donate a car.


So why did so many people donate a car? Should you consider donating your car? Maybe this will pursuade you...
Your tax deduction is based on the amount of your donation. In this case the estimated value of your car donated. But wait, it's the doner that estimates the value of the car. So with a little optimistic valuation, your tax write off could be greater than the true value of the car. Now it's a little clearer why so many people donate a car.


Regardless of why car donation is so popular it is certainly helping the charities involved. There are already several high profile car donation schemes in operation, such as the Salvation Army, who run their own Car Donation service. There are literally hundreds of organisations now accepting car donations in the USA. The trend of donating a car will no doubt spread to other countries.
Why not consider donating your car?

donate your car for charity



Helping you give Car Donations is Our Specialty!


Become a Car Angel by Donating a Car, Boat, Plane, or RV!Receive a Tax Deduction while Avoiding Hasslesthat come from a Private Sale!


FAST AND FREE NATION-WIDE PICKUP
You can be the key that helps unlock the door of opportunity for someone today! As you partner with CarAngel Ministries you can choose the charity organization you want to benefit from your Car Donation. We help single mothers, orphans, homeless, teen and adult rehab, as well as prison reform.


Advantages for you:
Receive your IRS tax deduction for the automobile, RV, boat, plane, or trailer. Avoid time-wasting Department of Motor Vehicles paperwork and smog certificate problems. We do free vehicle pick-up, running or not! (restrictions apply). Avoid the headaches of selling your Used Car -- no expensive want ads, taking phone calls, showing the car, or price haggling... You can cancel your insurance the same day and keep your license plates. We have the nations fastest online response form and up to the minute tax advice. We are honest and integrous: we'll handle title work and repair negotiations!


Car Angel Ministries provides partner charities from across the United States that will enable you to use your vehicle, boat or trailer to help single mothers, distribute educational materials, homeless, teen and adult rehab, food distribution and orphans. You can also suggest the charity of your choice and we will add it to our list. We make it our business to make your requests our top priority.


Many people instead of selling their car choose to donate. Car Angel Ministries takes those donations and processes them swifty. Individual car donations are sold by the charity at both retail and wholesale auctions generating needed funds for our charity programs and giving the donors quick disposals of their car, truck or recreational vehicle. This donation method has proved most useful. We post all car donation sales results online where the car owner can print multiple 1098 compatible donation receipts at tax time. No worry about holding up your yearly filing while you wait for a mailed receipt when you donate a car. If you are choosing a charity to help, why not consider Car Angel Ministries. We have thousands of satisfied car donors who have trusted us with their donations.


Car Angel Ministries donors have benefited from the many programs the charity has funded. Children's DVDs, prison literature all have gone a great way in making our neighborhoods safer and assuring the generation growing up will have the same values that have made America great. Why car donations? That is a question many donors and potential donors ask. In this modern age it is hard to find the time to sell or trade in your older car. If your vehicle has a mechanical problem it is even harder. That is why people turn to charities that specialize in car donations. We do the hard work scheduling towing, title transfers and your donation process is swift, and professional. Our motto is "help us help others.รข" If you are not using that extra cr, please donate it today!!!


Please call Car Angel Ministries Now 1-800-227-2643 to Donate Your Car or fill out the ONLINE CAR DONATION FORM

How Your Donation Helps



PACE depends on the generosity of caring contributors in the community in order to provide the highest quality of care for individuals with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. While fees for service cover a portion of our operating costs, our commitment to specialized one-on-one care for each of our students and clients requires ongoing fundraising throughout the year. With the support of individuals, local businesses and corporations, PACE will continue to offer exceptional care for clients in our early intervention program, school, vocational program and residential homes.


PACE is a 501C3 non-profit organization. Gifts to PACE are tax-deductible as specified in the current tax laws. The Tax ID for PACE is #77- 0259858


Donate Securely Online
Online cash donations or payments can be made directly to PACE through our secure online credit card processing. Just click here to begin.


Donate by Mail
Donate by mail by downloading our gift form and sending it with your check or credit card information to: PACEc/o Fund Development1055 Sunnyvale-Saratoga Rd. Suite #9Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Donate By Phone


Donate by telephone using your credit card by calling (408) 245-3400 ext 15 weekdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm PST.


Donate Your Gift with an Employee Matching Gift Program
Many companies match charitable contributions made by their employees. Please remember to contact your employer to see how you can double your support for PACE.


Donate an Item on the PACE Wishlist
PACE maintains a Wish List of items we need for our schools and homes. If you would like to donate one of these items to PACE please contact Karen Kennan at 408-245-3400 X15 or karenkennan@pacificautism.org to arrange for pick up. If you have additional items (not on this list) you would like to donate please contact Karen to determine whether it is needed by PACE.


Planned Giving
Planned giving has become an increasingly popular way for individuals to make donations that maximize his/her charitable objectives. A variety of options exist to fit a wide range of donor needs and objectives. These include:


Naming PACE as a beneficiary in a will
Making PACE the beneficiary of a life insurance policy
Making a gift of tangible property, securities or real estate
Donors who are interested in leaving a legacy through planned gift should consult their attorney or other professional financial advisor.


E-Scrip
E-Scrip is one of the easiest ways to contribute to PACE and it does not cost you anything. When you shop at eScrip-designated merchants, eScrip tracks purhcases through your registered Safeway Club Card, Macy's credit card or an eScrip Visa Platinum Card. Simply register online at
www.eScrip.com, to to "sign up" and follow the instructions. PACE's account for eScrip is #472692. PACE will receive a percentage fo your purhcase when you use preferred merchants.

Donate You Car
PACE is excited to announce our new vehicle donation program. We've teamed up with
Donate For Charity, a company that specializes in processing vehicle donations for Nonprofit Organizations. When you are ready to donate a car or a boat with trailer, you simply call them at 866-392-4483 or click the direct link to their web site on their logo to the left. Donate For Charity arranges for vehicle pickup, handles all of the DMV issues, sells the vehicle at auction, and distributes the net proceeds to PACE! You will avoid the headache of selling a used vehicle, receive a receipt entitling you to deduct the fair market value of your vehicle as a tax deduction, and help PACE achieve its fundraising goals. We hope that you will take advantage of this simple way to help us to fulfill our commitment to our kids!

Contact
Please contact Karen Kennan, Fund Development Director, (408) 245-3400 ext 15 or
karenkennan@pacificautism.org to make a donation or for additional information.


Our Charity is designed to benefit you and a child. We hope you can agree that a donation to our charity will be of great benefit.


Your donation of whatever value can benefit a child or many children. A donation of an old car or automobile can also benefit you. If you wish to get a tax benefit then our website is the place to find out all of the information you need concerning making a donation.


We have spent much time researching and gathering data and articles so that you can truly understand better the ins and outs of the tax process.
All of the information regarding a tax deduction can be found on this page and/or the links from that page.

What is the Teddy Bear Cops Program?


It is a program designed to encourage private individuals, organizations and 501 (c)(3) charities to send teddy bears to police and fire department, in their own city and others across the country, to be given to children who have witnessed or experienced a great or small calamity.


This website is an example of the Teddy Bear Cops™ Vehicle Donation Program at work. The Program in conjunction with a 501 (c)(3) charity, that issues the tax receipts to donors at this site, uses a percentage of the selling prices of vehicle donations to send thousands of teddy bears to police and fire departments all over the United States.


We appreciate very much your donation...
But, more bears are needed, and that need is generated by child abuse.
The Teddy Bear Cops™ program is but one facet of the greater efforts of many sincere people who are trying to protect our children from what arguably has become one of the most acute societal deteriorations of modern man.


Abuse of children is so pervasive one hardly knows where to start in remedying the problem. Doing something positive, on any scale, however, is vastly superior to doing nothing; and, a good place to start is helping our program.


The Program provides thousands of teddy bears to police, fire and emergency vehicles to be given to children who have experienced a catastrophe and are in the grip of trauma, in hopes of preventing or reducing, any lasting emotional damage to those children by easing them away from sliding into a state of shock.


Do you not agree with us that getting teddy bears into police, fire and emergency vehicles is a worthwhile effort to make?


If you see the value of the Teddy Bear Cops™ please help us help innocent children by filling out our
Online Donation Form, now, and hitting the Submit button.

More importantly the next time you see teddy bears displayed for sale in a store buy one, or several; then box them up and mail them to your local police department. Send along a short note stating the bears are to be placed in police vehicles and given to children who have endured a crisis; include your name and address.


Then frame, and hang on a wall, the "Thank you letter" you'll receive so you can remind yourself...


You did something important with your vehicle donation...
Types of donations accepted
We accept all types of vehicle donation. We accept motorcycles, boats, cars, auto, vans, trucks, pickups. RVs, some mobile homes, snow mobiles, jet skis, etc.
Starting a Car Charity Program
We periodically get asked about how to start a car donation program. We have created a web page that gives some information on this, but it is really a very major undertaking.
You can visit this page for more information about starting such a program.

The process is VERY FAST and VERY SIMPLE.
Just fill out the online form and click on the submit button. You will be contacted quickly by email and then called to arrange pickup. It is that simple.
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