Why choose us
Choosing where to donate? Here are the facts.
A registered 501(c)(3), with your donation supporting veterans, active duty military and first responders. Check the details below and decide for yourself.
- 501(c)(3), EIN 35-1615544
- Proceeds fund L1FE Organization programs
- Fast, free pickup
- We guide you through the title and paperwork
Takes about a minute. We call you back to schedule.
Your donation supports programs for veterans, active duty military and first responders.
Choosing where to donate?
The details
- Registered 501(c)(3)
- Veterans Auto Donation is a program supported by Charitable Allies, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. EIN 35-1615544. You can look it up in the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search.
- Where the money goes
- Proceeds support L1FE Organization's wellness and resource programs for active duty military, veterans, first responders, and their families. Programs include music, art, yoga, fitness and animal therapy through the L1FE Wellness Program and L1FE Heroes Experience.
- How pickup works
- Our team calls you back, usually within the hour, to schedule. Most vehicles are collected within 24–48 hours of being scheduled. Anywhere in the US, at no cost.
- Paperwork and receipt
- Our title team guides you through the title and paperwork. You get a receipt at pickup, and your tax paperwork after the vehicle sells.
Where your donation goes
Programs for the people who served
Proceeds support L1FE Organization's wellness and resource programs for active duty military, veterans, first responders, and their families.
The L1FE Wellness Program offers music, art, yoga, sports and fitness, and animal-assisted activities. The L1FE Heroes Experience brings community and support to service members, veterans, first responders and their families.
We work to get the best price for every vehicle, including minor repairs where it makes sense, so more goes to the programs and your deduction is larger.
What you can count on
Fast, free pickup
Most vehicles are collected within 24–48 hours of being scheduled. No towing fee, nothing to pay at any point.
Any condition, running or not
Almost any vehicle: if it's in one piece we can usually take it. Won't start or sitting for years: we tow it.
Expert paperwork guidance
Our title team works out what your state needs and shows you exactly where to sign.
Tax-deductible donation
You get a receipt at pickup and your tax paperwork after the sale.
How it works
What donating involves
- About a minute
Tell us about the vehicle
Fill in the short form or call us.
- Usually within the hour
We call you to schedule
Our team calls you back and books a pickup time that suits you.
- Once scheduled
We pick it up, free
Most vehicles are collected within 24–48 hours of being scheduled. You don't need to be there.
- At pickup
You get your receipt
The driver leaves a receipt. Keep it with your tax records. Your tax paperwork follows after the sale.
Donate your vehicle
Fast, free pickup. Any condition, running or not.
Common questions
Is Veterans Auto Donation legitimate?
Yes. Veterans Auto Donation is a program supported by Charitable Allies, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Its EIN is 35-1615544, and you can look it up in the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search.
Who benefits?
Proceeds support L1FE Organization's wellness and resource programs for active duty military, veterans, first responders, and their families. Programs include music, art, yoga, fitness and animal therapy through the L1FE Wellness Program and L1FE Heroes Experience.
Are you a 501(c)(3)?
Veterans Auto Donation is a program supported by Charitable Allies, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 35-1615544.
Does my vehicle go to a veteran?
No. Vehicles are sold, and the proceeds fund the programs. Proceeds support L1FE Organization's wellness and resource programs for active duty military, veterans, first responders, and their families.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
If your vehicle sells for more than $500, you can claim the sale price, and we send you IRS Form 1098-C. If it sells for $500 or less, you can claim its fair market value, up to $500. Talk to your tax preparer before you file.
Ready to donate?
Fast, free pickup anywhere in the US. Running or not.