Donating your vehicle to St. Martin's Chamber Choir

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the vehicle donation program work?

You can donate any vehicle to St. Martin’s Chamber Choir, including cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, vans, dirt bikes, tractors, mowers, golf carts, trailers and recreational vehicles. Your vehicle donation will be sold at auction and the proceeds of the sale will support St. Martin’s Chamber Choir. Just call the donation line at 303-308-2400 in the Denver metro area or 1-877-628-2277 across the state to donate your vehicle. Be sure to specify “St. Martin’s Chamber Choir” when asked which charity you are supporting. When the information is complete, it is forwarded to the tow company. They will call you directly to schedule the pick up. At the time of the pick up, the driver will give you a receipt for taking the vehicle. We ask that you give the driver the keys and your appropriately signed title.

As a donor, what do I need before I can donate? 

Three things are needed. (1) A clear title, which means a title with your name listed in the owner's section, without an assignment or transfer to another person. All liens must be released prior to donating the vehicle. (2) Your car keys. (3) When you call or fill out our online form, please have the title and current mileage in hand. 

Do I pay for the towing? 

No, there is no charge to you for the towing. 

How long will I have to wait before my vehicle is picked up? 

Typically, your vehicle will be picked up in 2-4 business days. The towing company will contact you in advance to schedule the pick up. 

Do I really get a tax write-off and how much would it be? 

Until the end of 2004, if you as the donor itemize your deductions you can deduct the "fair market value" of the vehicle. IRS regulations are changing, so consult IRS Publication 526, Charitable Contributions, and Publication 561 Determining the Value of Donated Property, for more detailed information about your donation. Starting in January the IRS will only allow the deduction of the actual sale price of the vehicle, so make your donation before the end of 2004!

Vehicles for Charity and St. Martin’s Chamber Choir do not place a value on the donated vehicles. The vehicle's fair market value must be determined by you, the donor. If your donation is worth more than $500, you should fill out IRS Form 8283 “Noncash Charitable Contributions.” If the value is $5,000.00 or more, a qualified vehicle appraisal is required by the IRS. 

What do you do with the vehicles? 

The vehicles are taken to an auction and sold to the highest bidder. 

Where do the proceeds go? 

Proceeds are distributed to St. Martin’s Chamber Choir. 

How do I determine the value of my vehicle? 

Utilizing these web sites will help you determine the value: 
Kelly Blue Book
NADA guides

What is the tax benefit amount for me to donate my vehicle? 

Please visit the IRS website for more information.