Donate a Car to
Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington

Process of donating a car to Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington for a tax deduction
Donate your vehicle to Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington

Whether it’s a car, boat or RV, your donation stays local to grant wishes. Free towing included! We are on a quest to bring every eligible child's wish to life, because a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness. Since 1986, Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington has granted more than 9,300 wishes thanks to the unwavering support of volunteers, donors and community champions. Your vehicle donation to Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington will help make future wishes possible.

 

How to Donate Your Car in Alaska & Washington

  1. Go online or call 855-CAR-WISH (227-9474) to fill out the donation form. Provide us with some information about your vehicle and where it will be picked up.
  2. A towing agent will contact you within two to three business days to arrange a pick up time most convenient for you.
  3. After your car is sold, you’ll receive an email that includes a tax receipt.

What vehicles can I donate?

We accept all types of running and non-functioning car donations. Trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, boats, snowmobiles, planes, heavy machinery, trailers and RV's are accepted on a case-by-case basis. If you have questions about a vehicle you’d like to donate, call us at 855-CAR-WISH (227-9474).

Do I need a title to donate my car to Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington?

If you can’t find your title, you’ll have to obtain a duplicate title. Click here to find your state’s specific requirements and procedures.

What do I do with my title once I have it?

When you donate a car to Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington, you’ll sign your title over to Advanced Remarketing Services. You will print and sign your name as the seller. If you have any questions about filling out your title, give us a call at 855-CAR-WISH (227-9474).

Who is Advanced Remarketing Services?

Advanced Remarketing Services is our trusted partner to operate the Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington Car donation program. By utilizing ARS Car Donation Services your donation will go directly to our chapter enabling us to grant wishes right here in Alaska & Washington.

How much money does Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington receive from my car donation?

Our partners at Advanced Remarketing Services return 60-80% of the gross selling price for your car donation back to Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington, the highest of any vehicle donation program!

Will I receive a tax receipt?

Yes! Within 30 days of the sale of your vehicle, you will receive an email with a tax receipt for your car donation which includes:

  • The gross selling price of your car, if sold for greater than $500.
  • Vehicle year, make, model, and VIN.
  • A statement that the vehicle was sold at arms-length between two unrelated parties.
  • A statement that no goods or services were received in return for your donation.

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For more answers to your Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington car donation questions, call us at 855-CAR-WISH (227-9474).