Salem, Oregon Vehicle Donation
Donate Your Car in Salem, Oregon
Free towing across Salem. Running or not. Supporting Veterans Care Charity.
That car in the driveway or garage in Salem does not have to be sold, listed or repaired. Free pickup is available throughout Salem, and every donation is tax-deductible.
The same free pickup covers nearby Portland, Eugene and Gresham and the rest of Oregon, so a donation from just outside Salem is no problem.
Donate Your Car — Free Pickup
✓ Takes 60 seconds • Free towing • Tax-deductible
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Three steps to donate your vehicle in Salem
Nothing about the Salem process is complicated, and nothing costs you money.
- 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 Salem.
- Receive your paperwork — you get a donation receipt at pickup, plus IRS Form 1098-C if the vehicle sells for more than $500.
Tax deduction details for Salem donors
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.
Keep the receipt handed to you at pickup with your Salem tax records; Form 1098-C follows by mail when it applies.
Free towing throughout Salem
Towing is always free. A licensed operator comes to your home, workplace or storage lot in Salem at a time you agree on.
Coordinators cover Salem and the surrounding area, including Portland, Eugene and Gresham.
Running or not: what qualifies in Salem
Cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, motorcycles, RVs and boats are all accepted from Salem — 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.
Who your Salem donation supports
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.
A vehicle you no longer need becomes practical help: food, warm clothing and shelter support for veterans, funded by donations like the ones we collect in Salem.
"Veterans Care Charity is committed to improving the lives of our American heroes, the Veterans. Through outreach and advocacy, we can make a difference."
Frequently Asked Questions
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Free towing anywhere in the U.S. — running or not.
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Free vehicle pickup is available in all 50 states. Choose yours to see local details.
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