Who do I call about a donation in Cranston?

Call (855) 681-1155 and a coordinator can take your Cranston donation details by phone, or submit the form on this page and they will call you.

Can I donate more than one vehicle in Cranston?

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

Do I have to be present for the Cranston 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.

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

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

Do I need the title to donate in Cranston?

A title in your name makes the transfer simplest. If you cannot find it, choose "No" or "Not sure" on the form — coordinators handle missing-title donations regularly and will explain the options for your situation before pickup.

Cranston, Rhode Island Vehicle Donation

Donate Your Car in Cranston, Rhode Island

Q: Do you pick up outside Cranston limits?

Yes. Pickup covers Cranston and the surrounding Rhode Island area, including Providence, Warwick and Pawtucket. Enter your ZIP code on the form and a coordinator will confirm.

Free towing across Cranston. Running or not. Supporting Veterans Care Charity.

That car in the driveway or garage in Cranston does not have to be sold, listed or repaired. Free pickup is available throughout Cranston, and every donation is tax-deductible.

Coordinators serving Cranston also cover Providence, Warwick and Pawtucket, along with every other community in Rhode Island.

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Three steps to donate your vehicle in Cranston

Nothing about the Cranston 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 Cranston.
Receive your paperwork — you get a donation receipt at pickup, plus IRS Form 1098-C if the vehicle sells for more than $500.

Running or not: what qualifies in Cranston

If it has wheels or a hull, it is probably welcome. Cranston donors regularly hand over cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, motorcycles, RVs and boats.

A failed inspection, body damage, a dead battery or years parked in the same spot will not disqualify a donation. If you are unsure, note it on the form and a coordinator will confirm before pickup.

Cranston pickup and towing

There is never a charge to you for towing in Cranston — not at pickup, and not deducted from anything afterward.

Coordinators cover Cranston and the surrounding area, including Providence, Warwick and Pawtucket.

Your Cranston donation is tax-deductible

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.

You never have to chase the paperwork — the receipt comes at pickup and any additional IRS form follows once the vehicle is processed.

Where a Cranston 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 Cranston 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."

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