Any time you make a used vehicle donation to charity and want to deduct your contribution on your taxes, it can be a headache to remember everything you need to do. This series of articles covers the ins and outs of vehicle donation in the U.S., including what to watch for, how to choose a charity, a step-by-step guide to donating your car, how to value your vehicle, and more.

You can start here, or use the resources listed here to begin your own research. And good for you for donating your used car, truck or other vehicle to the charity of your choice and contributing to the well-being of those benefited by a good cause.

How to Donate Your Car to Charity and Get a Tax Write-Off

Outlines the steps you need to go through to donate your vehicle so you can take the maximum tax benefit.

How to Get a Tax Deduction for a Car Donation

Before you donate the car, learn what you need to do to make sure you can take the tax write-off.

Vehicle Donation: Can Cars, Boats, Trucks and Motorcycles Be Donated to Charity?

Answers the question, "Which vehicles can be donated to a charitable cause?"

Car Donation Fraud: How to Recognize a Car Donation Scam

Discover what to watch for when choosing a car donation program to protect yourself and charity recipients.

What is the Fair Market Value of My Car (For Vehicle Donation Write-Offs)

Learn how to find the fair market value of your car so you can know what car value to claim when you donate your car, and the maximum you'd be able to claim on your taxes if the donation fulfills certain requirements.

Charities That Accept Vehicle Donations (Car, Boat, Truck)

Learn what makes a charity a qualified charity for car donation tax deductions.

IRS Resources on Charitable Donations

For all official IRS forms, go to the IRS website to assure you have the latest up-to-date information and forms before you file your taxes.

IRS phone number for questions on whether your car, boat, motorcycle, RV, truck or other motor vehicle donation is deductible

• 1-800-829-1040
• TTY/TDD: 1-800-829-4059

Information on Donated Property for Donors

A long list of resources if you're donating a vehicle--a must-visit for car donors.

IRS Search for Charities Page

This is the page to search for charities that are qualified as 501(c)(3)

IRS Tax Information for Charitable Contributors

A list of publications helpful for people who donate to charity.

IRS Publication 4303, A Donor’s Guide to Vehicle Donations

A PDF brochure surveying the information you need to know on deducting your vehicle

IRS Publication 526, Charitable Contributions

Contains detailed information on donating objects to charity.

Publication 561, Determining the Value of Donated Property

The IRS details in this document how to determine the fair market value of the car you're donating.

Form 1098-C, Contributions of Motor Vehicles, Boats, and Airplanes

This is the form used by many charities to acknowledge contributions of cars, boats and aircraft and which they will send you after you donate your car.

Form 8283 Instructions, Noncash Charitable Contributions

IRS form for vehicle donation write-offs of greater than $500.

Other Resources

National Association of State Charity Officials

A list of charity officials handling oversight in the states. Find officials in your state for assistance if you are concerned about car donation fraud.

National Association of Attorneys General

A list of state attorneys general to also contact in the event you're worried about a car donation scam.