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My experience with Kars4kids was seamless. Kars4kids provided detailed steps of what I needed to do and when I needed to do it. Every detail that they provided was accurate and timing of the transaction was down to the day. If you are looking to work with an charitable organization that benefits kids/families and is trustworthy and organized I highly recommend Kars4kids!
Fast and Free
When you donate a car in VT we will pick it up for free, within 24 - 48 hours.
Save $$$ on Taxes
Get a tax deduction for the fair market value of the car - up to $500, or the price we sell the car for.
Help Kids
Your donation supports the youth & educational programs of nonprofit Kars4Kids & our sister charity Oorah.
How to donate a car in VT
Simple process. No headaches. No cost.
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Tell us about your car
Take 2 min to fill out a donation form, or call us at 877-527-7454.
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Schedule a free pickup
Within 24 hrs we’ll call you to arrange a convenient pickup time.
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You are done!
Within 2-4 weeks you receive a tax receipt and vacation voucher.
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What our Vermont donors have to say about donating.
All real donors, with real experiences.
A wonderful experience! Everything was handled very smoothly.
Aaron M.New Jersey NJ
Fast, easy, friendly and efficient. They gave detailed information to make the pick-up and transfer smooth and easy. I would highly recommend their services.
Sarina S.New Jersey NJ
How your car donation helps
Our charity programs are the essence of what we do. We are thankful to be able to give back to many local communities across North America and to bring educational opportunities to so many children, with the help of our sister charity Oorah. We're a registered nonprofit Jewish organization. Learn about what we do and see our charity programs here.
The Kars4Kids Vision
Kars4Kids‘ vision is to give our children the ability to succeed in life. We focus on educational, mentorship and year-round programs for our children, their families and their communities, looking at the big picture of our children‘s development and the environment they grow up in. We rely on thousands of volunteers to help us change the world, one child at a time.
Holiday Packages
Thousands of families are thrilled to find a holiday package from Kars for Kids, hand packed with love by our dedicated volunteers, on their doorstep several times a year. Filled with goodies and brightly decorated, the boxes bring a smile to every face in the family.
Creature Comforts
The benefits of spending time with animals are well known. A child may not be able to talk about his fears, but he won't mind whispering them into a bunny's ear. The extensive petting and farm animal zoo at the Kars4Kids camp facility offers children a noncritical form of support while teaching responsibility and caring for others.
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FAQs about donating a car in VT
We’ve got answers to all your questions about car donation in VT, whether you want to know more about the process or anything related to your car’s title.
For a full list of frequently asked questions check out our faq section
The amount you can claim from the IRS as a tax deduction depends on the category applicable to you:
The IRS allows you to claim a tax deduction of:
a) The value of your vehicle up to $500. It is up to the donor to determine the fair market value.
b) The amount we sell your vehicle for - if it is more than $500.
Kars4kids is a classified 501(c)(3) charity organization. You can check with your tax advisor or accountant to determine the amount of your benefit. The deduction is of value only if the donor itemizes his or her deductions. For a more detailed overview the IRS publishes a Donors Guide to Car Donation.
The IRS allows you to claim a tax deduction of:
a) The value of your vehicle up to $500. It is up to the donor to determine the fair market value.
b) The amount we sell your vehicle for - if it is more than $500.
Kars4kids is a classified 501(c)(3) charity organization. You can check with your tax advisor or accountant to determine the amount of your benefit. The deduction is of value only if the donor itemizes his or her deductions. For a more detailed overview the IRS publishes a Donors Guide to Car Donation.
Kars4Kids accepts donations of virtually all kinds of vehicles, including but not limited to: car, snow plow, boat, bus, jet ski, truck, airplane, van, trailer, motorcycle, ATV, tractor, commercial, fleet and RV (motor home) donations. Sorry, no kids.
Yes, we can usually pick up a vehicle without a title in Vermont . We may need the registered owner to sign some paperwork for us.
In almost all scenarios Kars4kids will apply for the new title for you. We'll handle all the paperwork and pay the title fees too.
If you'd prefer you may apply for a new title on your own. Here's how:
Complete a Duplicate Title Application. The application should be mailed to: 120 State Street Montpelier, Vermont 05603-0001.
You can also take your form over in person to your local DMV. Here's a list of DMV's located in Vermont: Barre, Bennington, Dummerston, Middlebury, Montpelier (Main Office), Newport, Rutland, South Burlington, Springfield, Saint Albans, Saint Johnsbury, White River Junction.
If you'd prefer you may apply for a new title on your own. Here's how:
Complete a Duplicate Title Application. The application should be mailed to: 120 State Street Montpelier, Vermont 05603-0001.
You can also take your form over in person to your local DMV. Here's a list of DMV's located in Vermont: Barre, Bennington, Dummerston, Middlebury, Montpelier (Main Office), Newport, Rutland, South Burlington, Springfield, Saint Albans, Saint Johnsbury, White River Junction.
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The sample title document to the left of this paragraph has a red arrow. Sign where the arrow appears using the name listed on the front page of your car title. The signed title should be placed in the glove compartment at the time your vehicle is picked up.
- Remove plates
Remove the license plates from the car, prior to it being towed.
- Return the plates
Return the plates, registration certificate and the stickers (if they have not been attached to the plates) to your local DMV office. You may also mail the plates and registration to the main office at: DMV 120 State Street Montpelier, VT 05603-0001.
- Notify the DMV
You should notify the DMV that you've donated the vehicle. You can notify them either through the mail, in person at any DMV office, or via email to ComissionersOffice@state.vt.us.
- Stop insurance
Cancel your insurance coverage on the donated vehicle once it’s been picked up.
Chris P. of Proctor, Vermont, sure gets around. His donated car racked up the highest mileage in the state at 301,258 miles.
Any information on this page related to state laws and title requirements is correct to the best of our knowledge. But because this kind of information is liable to change, please check with your local motor vehicle authority for current guidelines and requirements.
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