Donating
a used car to the non-profits that specialize in disaster relief efforts is an
excellent choice when trying to decide what you should do with your old
vehicle. Depending on what charity you choose - they could work across the
globe, nationally or even in your local neighborhood. Charities are dependent
on donations to support their efforts as they are completely run through
generous contributions from the public. When Hurricane Katrina struck New
Orleans, charities flooded the scene, providing shelter and food to thousands
of people who were left homeless. From responding to earthquakes to mudslides
to tornadoes, there is a charity that specializes in any type of disaster
relief you can think of.
Charity
vehicle donation programs supply a significant amount of funding for
non-profits that specialize in disaster relief efforts. How do the vehicles
provide that significant amount of funding? Well, when you donate your car, the
charity sells it and uses the cash proceeds to continue their work. It is easy
to donate a used car to charity - certainly easier than selling it yourself.
Older used cars usually don't have much trade in value, but if you donate your
car, you are eligible for a tax deduction equal to the cash value your car
sells for at auction.
With
the problems in the economy, cash donations are down, but the need for services
more prevalent than ever.
Natural
disasters can occur at anytime, anywhere and auto donations help to insure that
charities will be available when they are called upon to help those in need.
Their efforts relieve suffering that for most is unimaginable - One way show
your gratitude for your good fortune is to make a gift of your old car to
charity.
