Vehicle Donation Program

What Kinds of Vehicles Can Be Donated?

We accept cars, trucks, vans, boats, RVs, motorcycles, and all terrain vehicles as long as they have not been through a fire, flood, or had major collision or extensive mechanical problems. Donated vehicles must have a sufficient value to cover the $70 vehicle processing fee.

Why Donate Your Vehicle?

Our vehicle donation program is a great way to help the community.  All proceeds provide support for Portland Impact's anti-poverty programs for children, youth, families, seniors, and adults with disabilities. Your donation will make a difference in many lives.

Is My Vehicle Donation Tax-Deductible ?

Yes! Since Portland Impact is a 501 (c) (3) non profit organization, vehicle donations made to Portland Impact are tax-deductible.  Under current IRS rules, your deduction is limited to the gross proceeds from Portland Impact's sale of the vehicle.  This rule applies if the claimed value of the donated vehicle exceeds $500.  Portland Impact will provide you with an acknowledgement within 30 days of the sale stating the amount of the gross proceeds.  For more information about IRS rules pertaining to vehicle donation, please click here.

How Do I Donate My Vehicle to Portland Impact?

We make it easy! All we need is a clear title signed off by the titled owner. If you are the titled owner and do not have the title to the vehicle, we can assist with the title replacement without having to go to the DMV (there is an additional required fee of $30 for this service). Portland Impact will supply you with a DMV Bill of Sale and Transfer Notice and arrange for your donated vehicle to be towed.  To donate your vehicle contact Katharine Atkinson at 503-988-4996 ext. 268 or katkinson@portlandimpact.org.

Protection For Our Donors

We maintain extensive records on the date of the donation, date of sale, sale price, and who purchased the vehicle. As a result, our donors have no future liability issues for their donated vehicle.