Donate a Vehicle

Turn a vehicle you no longer need into support for Ras Tafari Inc.'s work preserving, celebrating and advancing Caribbean and African Diaspora culture. Two wheels to SUVs and trucks, we are not turning vehicles away without a conversation.

A lineup of vehicles from a bicycle and motorcycle to cars, a pickup and a box truck

Ras Tafari Inc is a 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 42-3036705, effective June 9, 2026). Donors may deduct contributions under IRC Section 170. We can also receive gifts under Sections 2055, 2106 and 2522.

Why donate a vehicle

Simple for you, meaningful for the mission

Skip the hassle of selling. We help with the paperwork and the handoff.

We help with pickup

Tell us where the vehicle is and we will work out pickup or drop-off with you, running or not.

Tax-deductible

Your gift to a 501(c)(3) public charity may be deductible. We send a written receipt. Please confirm the details with your tax advisor.

We guide the paperwork

We walk you through the title transfer so you know exactly what to sign and what your state requires.

What we accept

Vehicles we welcome

If it has wheels, tell us about it. Not sure? Ask and we will confirm.

Cars & Sedans

Sedans, coupes, hatchbacks and station wagons, any make or model.

Donate a Car →

Trucks & SUVs

Pickup trucks, SUVs, crossovers and vans.

Donate a Truck or SUV →

Motorcycles, Scooters & ATVs

Street bikes, cruisers, mopeds, scooters and ATVs.

Donate a Two-Wheeler →

Bicycles

Road, mountain, e-bikes and kids bikes.

Donate a Bicycle →

RVs & Campers

Motorhomes, travel trailers and camper vans.

Donate an RV →

Boats & Trailers

Boats, jet skis and trailers.

Donate a Boat →

Fleet & Commercial

Work vans, box trucks and small fleets.

Donate a Fleet Vehicle →

Aircraft & Drones

Private airplanes, helicopters and drones.

Donate Aircraft →

Construction & Farm Equipment

Tractors, trailers, ATVs and site machinery.

Donate Equipment →

A clear title is needed in most cases. If your title is lost or has a lien, contact us and we will help you sort out the next step.

Three simple steps

How it works

Tell us about it

Use the form below or call (872) 255-9333.

We arrange the handoff

We confirm the details and agree on pickup or drop-off with you.

Get your receipt

After the title transfer, we send a written acknowledgment for your tax records.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How do I donate a vehicle?

Fill out the form on this page or call (872) 255-9333. We will confirm the details with you and walk you through the title transfer and next steps.

Do you accept vehicles that do not run?

Yes, please tell us about it. We review every vehicle individually, running or not.

What paperwork do I need?

Usually the title and a photo ID. If more than one owner is on the title, each owner may need to sign. We will tell you exactly what your state requires.

What if I lost my title?

Contact us. A duplicate title can often be requested from your state, and we will point you to the right process.

How does pickup work?

Tell us where the vehicle is and we will talk through pickup or drop-off options with you. Timing depends on location.

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Ras Tafari Inc is a public charity recognized under IRC Section 501(c)(3), effective June 9, 2026 (EIN 42-3036705). Donors may deduct contributions under IRC Section 170. Please consult your tax advisor. See our Nonprofit Disclosure page.

How is the value of my donation determined?

It depends on how the vehicle is used. In general, if the vehicle is sold, the deduction is limited to the gross sale proceeds. If the charity uses it in its mission, you may be able to deduct its fair market value. We provide a receipt and any required documentation, and your tax advisor can confirm the amount.

What happens to the vehicle after I donate it?

We review each gift to make sure it benefits our mission. Depending on the vehicle, it may be used for programs or sold to fund them.

Ready to donate a vehicle?

Tell us about it and we will follow up with you.

Vehicle donation form

This opens an email to Ras Tafari Inc. with your answers filled in. Prefer to call? (872) 255-9333.

This page is for information and is not tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax advisor about your situation. Also see Donate Real Estate.