How to Donate a Car in Detroit

When it's time to upgrade your ride, donating the old car allows you to dispose of it in a painless manner and put funds into the pocket of your favorite charity. Detroit's many donation options let you fund medical research, animal rescue, public radio, youth services and other social services. When donating, the charity of your choice pays for a tow as part of the transaction.

Instructions

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Give your old car to Mother Waddles to help disadvantaged young adults in Detroit and southern Michigan. Complete the online donation form (see Resources) or call Mother Waddles directly at 313-923-3537. Enter in detailed information about your auto's condition, and provide your personal information. Someone from Mother Waddles' preferred tow company will call you to arrange a tow. Hand over the car, the title and keys on the day of the tow to begin helping those in need.

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Support Detroit's public radio station, WDET, with your vehicle donation. Complete the online donation form (see Resources). Enter in vehicle information and personal information then submit the form. Arrange for a tow when contacted by WDET's preferred tow company, and present them with the keys and title at that time.

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Choose national charities such as the American Cancer Society or local charities such as the Michigan Humane Society or the southeast Michigan American Red Cross chapter through Charity Motors, a Detroit auto donation program that works with state and national organizations. Complete the online donation form (see Resources) and select the charity of your choice. Again, arrange a tow when contacted by Charity Motors and hand over the title and keys.