Austin, TX · Free Pickup

Donate a Car in
Austin, TX

Austin pickup typically 4-5 business days. As a Georgia 501(c)(3), we accept vehicles in any condition — running or not — and issue IRS Form 1098-C tax receipts.

Pickup speed
3-5 business days
Distance from HQ
935 mi
ZIP codes covered
78701-78799
Cost to donor
$0
Schedule My Pickup → Call 770-871-9422

Donating a car in Austin

Austin pickup typically 4-5 business days. Cars Helping Kids is a Georgia 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Gainesville, GA, with a national towing partner network. We coordinate pickup at your Austin address — no need to drive the vehicle anywhere or arrange your own tow.

Neighborhoods served: Downtown, South Congress, East Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville. If your address falls outside these areas but inside the broader Austin metro, we still cover you — call us to confirm.

How pickup works in Austin

Travis, Williamson, Hays counties + Greater Austin.

Our towing partner network is contracted in every metro and most rural areas. We dispatch the local tow company based on your specific address — you don't need to coordinate anything beyond signing the title at pickup. Standard pickup timeline is 3-5 business days from when you call.

Tax deduction for Austin donors

Cars Helping Kids is a Georgia 501(c)(3) charity. Donors from anywhere in the US (including Texas) qualify for the federal charitable tax deduction. Your deduction equals the actual sale price of your vehicle at auction, documented on IRS Form 1098-C which we email to you within 30-45 days of pickup.

Texas state tax interaction: most states that have an income tax conform to federal charitable deduction rules. If Texas has a state income tax and you itemize federally, the deduction also flows to your state return. Texas residents should consult a tax preparer for specifics.

What vehicles we accept in Austin

We accept cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, RVs, boats, jet skis, ATVs, and select commercial vehicles — running or not, with or without clean title (varies by state). Even severely damaged vehicles (flood, fire, accident) are accepted; they sell at salvage auction.

What we typically can't accept: vehicles where the cost to tow exceeds the salvage value (very rare for any vehicle within Austin metro), commercial vehicles over 26,000 lbs GVW, or anything stripped down to the frame.

Ready to donate in Austin?

60-second form, free pickup typically within 3-5 business days, IRS tax receipt emailed after sale. Real person answering the phone Mon–Fri 10am–5pm ET.

Schedule My Pickup → Call 770-871-9422

Frequently asked questions

Can I donate a car in Austin TX?
Yes. Cars Helping Kids accepts vehicle donations from Austin TX and arranges free pickup. Submit through our 60-second form or call 770-871-9422. Free pickup nationwide, including Austin TX.
How long does pickup take in Austin TX?
Typical pickup window in Austin TX is 2-5 business days for metro areas and 5-10 business days for rural locations. Same-day or next-day pickup is sometimes available in Atlanta-metro Georgia.
Is car donation in Austin TX tax deductible?
Yes. Vehicle donations to Cars Helping Kids (a Georgia 501(c)(3), EIN 99-0472123) are federally tax-deductible if you itemize on Schedule A. Your deduction equals the actual auction sale price reported on IRS Form 1098-C.
What types of vehicles do you accept in Austin TX?
From Austin TX we accept cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, RVs, boats, jet skis, ATVs, and trailers — running or not, with or without keys, with clean, salvage, or rebuilt titles (varies by state). Even flood-damaged vehicles are accepted.
Do I need to be present for pickup in Austin TX?
No. We can arrange unattended pickup as long as the keys and signed title are available at the vehicle's location. Coordinate with the towing partner when they call to schedule.