What kinds of vehicles can I donate in Michigan?

Cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, motorcycles, RVs and boats are all accepted from Michigan donors — any make, model or model year.

How soon can a vehicle be picked up in Michigan?

Most donors hear from a coordinator the same day they submit the form, and pickup is usually scheduled within a few business days, depending on tow availability in Michigan and the time that works for you.

Do I have to be present for the Michigan pickup?

Usually someone should be there to hand over the keys and any paperwork, but if that is not possible, tell the coordinator when they call and they will go through the alternatives with you.

Can I donate more than one vehicle in Michigan?

Yes. Submit the form for the first vehicle and mention the others when the coordinator calls; multiple pickups in Michigan can often be arranged together.

Will you accept a vehicle in Michigan that does not run?

Yes. Non-running vehicles are accepted throughout Michigan. Flat tires, a dead battery, a failed inspection or years of sitting still are all fine — just describe the condition on the form.

Is this a Michigan-only program?

No. Veterans Car Donation operates nationwide, but pickup for Michigan donors is coordinated locally so towing is scheduled around where the vehicle actually sits.

Michigan Vehicle Donation

Michigan Car Donation — Free Pickup for Veterans

Statewide Michigan pickup at no cost, and every donation is tax-deductible.

A vehicle you no longer drive can do real work for veterans in Michigan. Veterans Car Donation arranges free pickup across the state — from Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren and Ann Arbor to the small towns in between — and turns the vehicle into support for Veterans Care Charity.

There is no charge for towing, no repair required before pickup, and no obligation after you fill out the form.

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Veterans Care Charity and your Michigan donation

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.

Proceeds from vehicles donated in Michigan support the charity's outreach for homeless and struggling veterans — meals, warm clothing and shelter assistance.

"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 towing throughout Michigan

Towing is always free. A licensed operator comes to your home, workplace or storage lot in Michigan at a time you agree on.

Coordinators cover Michigan and the surrounding area, including Detroit, Grand Rapids and Warren.

How donating a car in Michigan works

From the first form to the final paperwork, a Michigan donation moves in three steps.

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 Michigan.
Receive your paperwork — you get a donation receipt at pickup, plus IRS Form 1098-C if the vehicle sells for more than $500.

Vehicles accepted from Michigan donors

Cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, motorcycles, RVs and boats are all accepted from Michigan — any make, any model, any condition.

You do not need to repair, clean or tow anything yourself. Tell us the condition as it is and the pickup is arranged around it.

Paperwork and tax deduction in Michigan

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.

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