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DONATE YOUR CAR TO SPECIAL OLYMPICS MASSACHUSETTS
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| Q: How does the program work? A: To donate a vehicle to Special Olympics Massachusetts simply fill out the form on the online donation page or call 1-800-590-1600. An account representative will ask a number of important questions relative to the ownership status of the vehicle, its location, and its general condition. Click here to donate online. |
| Q: Does my vehicle have to meet certain quality standards in order to qualify? A: All complete vehicles (engine, transmission, 4 tires) are accepted regardless of their condition. Some restrictions may apply. |
| Q: What happens to the vehicles? A: Once the vehicle has been retrieved, a decision is made relative to the most cost-effective and environmentally-sound means of utilizing the vehicle. If the vehicle is in repairable or running condition, it may be sold off as such. Many of the donated vehicles are sold or auctioned off for their parts. |
| Q: Is this donation tax-deductible? A: By donating your unwanted vehicle to Special Olympics Massachusetts, you may be able to receive a charitable contribution deduction for the value of your vehicle. As for determining the amount of the deduction, Special Olympics Massachusetts does not fix the value of the donation/gift. For vehicles with a value of $500 or less, that is the responsibility of the donor. A figure can be obtained from a tax excise bill, NADA or Kelly Blue Book, dealer appraisal, insurance company, or comparative research, taking into account the mileage an actual condition of the vehicle. For charitable deductions on vehicles worth more than $500, a new law became effective on January 1, 2005. Under the revised law, any charitable deduction is based on the actual gross proceeds that Special Olympics Massachusetts receives for selling the vehicle. It is no longer possible, for vehicles worth more than $500, to claim a charitable deduction based on the Kelly Blue Book or other estimated market value of the vehicle. Thus, the actual amount of the deduction for vehicles worth more than $500 will not be determined until Special Olympics Massachusetts sells the vehicle. At that time, we will provide you with a written acknowledgement containing the actual sales price of the vehicle, which will be the amount you may be able to claim as a charitable deduction. You may wish to consult with your own tax advisor to determine the specific amount and timing of any deduction. IRS Publication 4303 A Donor's Guide to Car Donations: http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p4303.pdf |
| Q: How long will it take to have my car removed? A: Millis Industries will contact you via standard mail approximately 2-3 days after you’ve donated your vehicle online or by calling 1-800-590-1600. The letter will include a number for the retrieval network in your area to call and arrange a date and time for pick-up of your vehicle. You do not have to be present when the vehicle is picked up. Call Millis Industries at 1-800-994-8877 if you have any questions about an arranged pick-up. |
| Q: Do I need to have the title? A: In most cases, you must have the title of the car to prove ownership. However, if it has been more than 10 years since the last transaction on your vehicle, you may not need the title. |
| Q: Will money from my donation go to Special Olympics programs in my area? A: Funds from the sale of your vehicle will directly support the athletes in your geographic region for local, area, and state training and competitions. |
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| Recycle for Gold has generated over $5 million for Special Olympics Massachusetts. These funds directly impact the 9,800 athletes that participate in year-round sports training and competition. |
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