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Donate Your
Volkswagen

VW Jettas, Passats, Golfs, Beetles, Tiguans — common donations. The 2009-2015 TDI diesel scandal aftermath produced a wave of VW donations as owners chose donation over selling the affected vehicles. Older Beetles (especially convertibles) common from estate.

Volkswagen models we accept

All Volkswagen models: Jetta, Passat, Golf, Beetle, Tiguan, Atlas, Touareg, GTI, Cabrio, Eos, EOS, ID.4, Routan. Any year, any condition, running or not.

Why donors choose us for Volkswagen donations

Common donation reasons: 2009-2015 TDI emissions issues; manual transmission failures on older Jettas; aging Beetles.

Cars Helping Kids accepts Volkswagen vehicles regardless of model, year, mileage, or mechanical condition. Free flatbed pickup means the vehicle doesn't need to start or be drivable. We handle title transfer paperwork.

Volkswagen donation process

1. Submit our 60-second form or call 770-871-9422 with the vehicle year/make/model + your contact info.

2. A real person from Cars Helping Kids calls you within 1 business day to confirm address and schedule pickup.

3. Tow driver arrives at the agreed time. You sign the back of the title; they take the vehicle. Free.

4. After the vehicle sells at auction, we email you IRS Form 1098-C showing the actual sale price (= your tax deduction).

Tax deduction for your Volkswagen

Your federal tax deduction equals the gross sale price of the vehicle when we sell it at auction. Cars Helping Kids is a Georgia 501(c)(3) (program of Fainting Goat Foundation); donations qualify for the charitable contribution deduction if you itemize on your federal return.

Use the tax calculator on the homepage to estimate your deduction based on the vehicle's age and condition.

Ready to donate your Volkswagen?

60-second form, free pickup within 24-48 hours in most areas, IRS Form 1098-C tax receipt after sale.

Frequently asked questions

Can I donate a Volkswagen?
Yes. Cars Helping Kids accepts Volkswagen donations of any year, model, and condition. Free pickup nationwide, IRS Form 1098-C tax receipt, donations fund children's services in the North Georgia region.
How much can I deduct for donating a Volkswagen?
Your federal tax deduction equals the actual auction sale price of your Volkswagen on IRS Form 1098-C box 4c. Volkswagens generally have steady auction demand; the $500 safe-harbor rule applies if your vehicle sells for $500 or less.
What if my Volkswagen isn't running?
Non-running Volkswagens are accepted. The towing partner brings a flatbed. Most Volkswagens with mechanical issues sell at salvage auction; the donation is still tax-deductible at the sale price.