Donate Your Vehicle to the United Foundation of Central Florida

How to donate your vehicle:

What kinds of vehicles can be donated?

We accept almost all vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, boats, snowmobiles, farm equipment and construction equipment. If you want to donate your car or truck, please go to our donation wizard. If you want to donate any other type of vehicle, please call us at 407-409-9614.

What happens after my vehicle is picked up?

There are three possible outcomes for your vehicle donation:

  1. Your vehicle will enter our inventory for transportation purposes.

  2. Your vehicle will be sold on behalf of UFCF through a national network of auctions and direct buyers.

  3. Your vehicle will be salvaged for parts, generating profit.

Approximately half of our vehicles are sold to licensed dealers at wholesale auctions and reused for transportation. The remaining vehicles are typically sent to auto salvage yards, where all reusable parts, batteries, tires, and fluids are removed. Any remaining materials are crushed, shredded, and recycled into steel.

Regardless of the outcome, UFCF receives funds for each donated vehicle, though a vehicle sold at auction generally generates more revenue than one that is recycled. Every donation makes a difference, and the families we partner with are deeply grateful for your support.

If your vehicle is sold through option 2 or 3, you will receive an acknowledgment letter with the sale details once the transaction is complete.

Are there tax benefits to donating my vehicle?

Find out more about car donation tax deductions.

What if I have more questions?

We are happy to answer any other questions you may have. Please email your questions to cardonations@unitedfoundationcf.org or call 407-409-9614.

What information do I need to donate my car?

Here are some basic things you should be prepared to know and provide for the donation:

  • Valid car title, free of liens

  • Year, make and model

  • VIN

  • Body type

  • Mileage

  • Condition

  • Date the vehicle was last driven

This is not a complete list. For a full list of vehicle donation needs, please go to the donation wizard and start your donation.