Your Car Donation Can Help Animals in San Diego
When you donate a car to the San Diego Humane Society, you're supporting your local animal community. We provide animal services in 14 cities in San Diego County and operate campus locations in El Cajon, Escondido, Oceanside, Romona, and San Diego.
In 2021, the San Diego Humane Society provided lifesaving care to over 45,000 domestic and wild animals, which would not have been possible without supporters like you! Please help us continue our crucial work in San Diego county by donating a car, truck, RV, or boat you no longer need. Donating your four wheels to support animals is a worthy cause!
How To Donate Your Car in San Diego
Donating your car is easy, and you can donate a car to the San Diego Humane Society from anywhere in the county, not just San Diego County. All vehicles are considered, running or not. The pick-up is free and your car donation is tax deductible. Simply call 877-540-PETS (877-540-7387) or complete an easy online car donation form to get started!
Most vehicles can be picked up within a few days of completing your vehicle donation record. Donated vehicles are evaluated and usually sent to auction where they'll be sold for proceeds to support the San Diego Humane Society.
Once the vehicle is sold, you'll receive an IRS tax write-off for your heartfelt donation!
What Vehicles Can be Donated
You can donate almost any vehicle to the San Diego Humane Society Vehicle Donation Program. All vehicles are considered, running or not. Specialty vehicles like RVs, motorcycles, boats, and airplanes are evaluated and may not all be accepted. Even if you have a vehicle past its prime, please call us anyway as we may be able to accept your donation.
Tax Benefits Of Donating Your Car
Vehicle donations are a tax-deductible gift* and you'll receive a Thank You letter and tax receipt for your donation. According to the IRS Guidelines, you may claim fair market value for your donation up to the actual sale value. If your vehicle is sold for more than $500, the maximum amount of your deduction will be the sales price of the vehicle which will be listed on your IRS Form 1098-C. *Please consult your tax advisor to see if you'll qualify for a deduction.
San Diego DMV Vehicle Donation Requirements
Donating your vehicle to the San Diego Humane Society is easy! You do not need a valid smog certificate to donate your vehicle in San Diego. Once your donated vehicle has been picked up, you'll want to review California's vehicle transfer and release of liability information, as well as the official DMV policies here. You can also review the full Vehicle Donation FAQs her
Donate My Car
If you would like to donate any type of vehicle, please contact us! Cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, and boats are all generous donations that help save the lives of animals and might also get you a sweet tax deduction. Donate your car to the San Diego Humane Society today!