If you have a vehicle that you no longer need to drive, and you do not wish to keep it on your property, an option to keep in mind is a donation. Here are benefits obtained when you donate your vehicle to a veteran charity group.

The Satisfaction In Knowing You Made A Difference

A veteran vehicle charity group handles the processing of vehicles received as well as the providing of these vehicles to veterans in need. When you make a donation to this type of organization, you have the knowledge that your vehicle will go directly to a person who is unable to financially afford the purchasing of a vehicle on their own. If your vehicle is not safe enough for driving, it is brought to a junk car business in exchange for compensation. This money is then used to purchase a vehicle for a veteran or is given as a monetary donation so a veteran can buy a vehicle on their own.

The Vehicle Is Removed Right From Your Property

When you make a vehicle donation to a veteran charity group, you are not expected to have to drive the vehicle to a business. Instead, the vehicle donation service will hire a tow truck to pick up the vehicle directly from your property. This is especially helpful if you have a vehicle that is not up to drivable standards, such as one that needs new tires. Be sure to let the donation service know about any flaws the vehicle has when you contact them. This way they will be able to look over the issue in detail after the vehicle is brought to a mechanic for an evaluation. A flatbed tow truck is usually used for the removal of donation vehicles.

You Can Claim The Donation On Your Taxes

Most vehicle donation services will provide paperwork indicating the value of the donation. This paperwork is necessary if you wish to claim the donation on your Federal income taxes. You will need to send the original form to the Internal Revenue Service along with your tax forms. This form is usually given to the donator at the same time that the vehicle is picked up from their property. In some instances, however, the form is mailed to the donator after the vehicle is removed. This is usually done when the vehicle needs to be evaluated for drivability or to determine what repairs need to be done. During this evaluation, the value of the vehicle is determined for donation purposes. 

For more information, contact a local organization like Cars 2 Charities.