Chicago, Illinois Vehicle Donation
Donate Your Car in Chicago, Illinois
Free towing across Chicago. Running or not. Supporting Veterans Care Charity.
That car in the driveway or garage in Chicago does not have to be sold, listed or repaired. Free pickup is available throughout Chicago, and every donation is tax-deductible.
Coordinators serving Chicago also cover Aurora, Naperville and Springfield, along with every other community in Illinois.
Donate Your Car — Free Pickup
✓ Takes 60 seconds • Free towing • Tax-deductible
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What the Chicago donation process looks like
Donors in Chicago follow the same short path from first call to tax receipt.
- Tell us about the vehicle — the short form takes about 60 seconds, or call (855) 681-1155 and a coordinator will take the details by phone.
- Schedule free pickup — a coordinator calls to arrange towing at a time that suits you, wherever the vehicle sits in Chicago.
- Receive your paperwork — you get a donation receipt at pickup, plus IRS Form 1098-C if the vehicle sells for more than $500.
Paperwork and tax deduction in Chicago
Your vehicle donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Veterans Care Charity is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. You will receive a donation receipt, and IRS Form 1098-C if your vehicle sells for more than $500. Please consult your tax advisor regarding your specific deduction.
The receipt you get at pickup is your first piece of documentation. If the vehicle sells above $500, Form 1098-C shows the gross sale amount for your return.
What we accept in Chicago
Condition is rarely the deciding factor. Vehicles from Chicago arrive running, barely running and not running at all, and all three are useful.
Mechanical failure, missing parts and cosmetic damage are all common. Describe the vehicle honestly on the form and the coordinator will tell you exactly what to expect.
Where a Chicago donation goes
Veterans Car Donation is the vehicle-donation program of Veterans Care Charity, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2012 and based in Las Vegas, NV.
Money raised from Chicago vehicles funds meals, clothing and shelter assistance for veterans through the charity's outreach and advocacy work.
"Veterans Care Charity is committed to improving the lives of our American heroes, the Veterans. Through outreach and advocacy, we can make a difference."
Free pickup in Chicago
Pickup in Chicago is arranged around your schedule, and the tow itself costs you nothing.
Coordinators cover Chicago and the surrounding area, including Aurora, Naperville and Springfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Donating is easy
Free towing anywhere in the U.S. — running or not.
Donate a car in your state
Free vehicle pickup is available in all 50 states. Choose yours to see local details.
- Alabama
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- California
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- Delaware
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- Georgia
- Hawaii
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- New Hampshire
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- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
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