Easter Seals Disability Services

Instead of trading in old vehicles or trying to sell them, people are donating their cars, vans or boats to Easter Seals Goodwill Industries.  Proceeds from your donation will be used to help support our mission to enhance employment opportunities and the quality of life for people with disabilities and other special needs.  The Vehicle Donation Program provides immediate returns to the community through the sale of donated vehicles at auction.  Thank you for your support.

Easter Seals Goodwill Industries Rehabilitation Center, Inc.  is a non-profit, tax exempt, IRS Section 501(c)(3) agency.

Effective January 1, 2005, the law changed concerning the amount of tax deduction allowed for a donated vehicle.  In most cases, the deduction is now limited to the gross amount a charity receives for the vehicle when it is sold.  We make every effort to sell our donated vehicles at the highest price possible.  However, that amount will usually be less than the "fair market" or "book" value.  We have no way of knowing what a vehicle will sell for in advance of the sale since there are many variables, including condition, optional equipment and mileage.

The IRS allows you, the taxpayer, to claim a tax deduction for the value of your vehicle up to $500.  If we sell the vehicle for more than $500, we will send you a letter stating the sale price for your tax purposes.  You should consult your tax advisor regarding the deduction.

You may also visit the Internal Revenue Service web site at www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i8283.pdf for information regarding noncash donations.  This link will open a file in PDF format and can be opened using the free Adobe Acrobat Reader which can be downloaded at http://www.adobe.com/acrobat.

Why should I donate my vehicle to Easter Seals Goodwill Industries?

Receive a tax deduction.
All donations may be tax deductible.

It's easy and convenient.
Avoid the hassles of selling.  Just fill out the vehicle donation form or call us at 203.777.2000 ext. 253.  We will take care of the rest.

Your donation benefits the local community.
Proceeds from your donation help Easter Seals Goodwill Industries provide employment and training services to people with disabilities and other special needs in New Haven, New London and Middlesex Counties.

Make yourself feel good.
Doing something good to help others always feels good, and the tax break can be a nice reward!

Is my car eligible?

• the vehicle must be located in Connecticut
• the vehicle can be in any condition; it does not have to be in running condition
• the vehicle must have tires on it

We also accept boats, motorcycles, campers, motor homes, RVs and real estate.  Please call us if you are interested in donating these to our agency.

How do I donate my vehicle?

Your donation will be picked up free of charge.  All you need to do is:

• complete our vehicle donation form; or
• call Easter Seals Goodwill Industries at 203.777.2000 ext. 253.