- 1). Look for the type of charity to which you would like to give your car. Do research online to find out about the organization and how much it will give for the car. Make sure it is a reputable non-profit organization.
- 2). Research and avoid third-party organizations. Third-party organizations keep about 50 percent to 90 percent of the car's worth, leaving the charity with much less.
- 3). Find out if the organization you are contacting is approved by the IRS. Visit the IRS website and search for Publication 78 to find other qualifying non-profit organizations.
- 4). After selecting the non-profit organization to which you want to donate your car, transport the car to this organization. Transporting the car yourself will reduce costs for the charity.
- 5). Get documents or receipts from the organization to claim your tax deduction.
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