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How We Transform Your Vehicle Into Gold: Port Charlotte, Florida Car Donations

Donate your car to Goodwill Car Donations and make a real difference in Port Charlotte, Florida. Your donation supports job training, employment services, and community programs that improve lives.

The process is simple – schedule a pickup, and we’ll handle the rest, including providing a receipt for your tax deduction. Since 2005, we’ve been making a positive impact in the community, and your donation can be part of that change. By gifting your car today, you’ll help provide life-changing solutions to those in need.

Your old car doesn’t have to end up in the junkyard. Even though it no longer works for you, it can still make a big difference. Donate it to Goodwill Car Donations and watch us turn your “junk” into gold!

We’ll sell your car at auction and use the proceeds to fund programs that help disadvantaged individuals in your community. Your donation will help create jobs, support families in need, provide benefits for veterans, offer programs for kids with special needs, and much more. Simply put, your donation will support those who need it most.

How to Take Part in Port Charlotte, Florida Car Donations

At Goodwill Car Donations, we value our donors and their time. That’s why we’ve made our donation process simple, quick, and convenient.

When you donate your car, you can count on an easy and stress-free experience. Our Port Charlotte, Florida donation process only takes three simple steps:

• Fill out the donation form or call us at 866-233-8586. Choose one of these options to get started. Our donation form is on the right side of this page. Provide your contact details (name, phone number, email), your car’s year, make, model, mileage, and VIN. Let us know if you have the title and whether your car is running.
• We’ll call to confirm your information. After verifying your details, we’ll schedule a pickup at your preferred time, date, and location.
• We’ll tow your car. A licensed towing company will pick up your car on schedule. The driver will give you a tow receipt, releasing you from any future liabilities, so you can cancel your car’s registration and insurance.
• Get your tax deduction. We’ll send your car to a top auction house to sell it for the highest price. After the sale, you’ll receive your tax-deductible sales receipt by mail within 30 days. Keep it for your tax filing to claim your deduction.

If you have any questions about the donation process or anything else, feel free to call us at 866-233-8586. Our team is available 24/7 to assist you. You can also check out our FAQ page or send us a message.

The Types of Vehicles We Accept

We at Goodwill Car Donations have made a name for ourselves in over a century of our philanthropic mission for the way we attract donors to support our cause. We are able to do this in part by accepting donations of nearly all types of vehicles in many different types of conditions.

The only motor vehicles we cannot process for donation are those that are so heavily damaged that they have very little cash value and those that are stolen or abandoned with their lack of title or proof of ownership, which is a requirement in car reselling.

Donating a vehicle in good running condition will be better for both of us. We can sell it at an attractive price that will mean more funds for our employment-focused programs and bigger tax write-off for you.

Here are some examples of the vehicle types we welcome in our Port Charlotte, Florida car donations program:

• Cars
• Vans
• Pickup trucks
• RVs
• Travel trailers
• Boats
• Jet skis
• Farm equipment
• Snowmobile
• Motorcycles
• ATVs

How Else Can I Contribute to My Community?

In addition to donating your vehicle to our company, there are many other ways you can support those in need in our local community.

For more opportunities to help, we suggest reaching out to Charlotte County Human Services at 21500 Gibraltar Drive, where they work to enhance the well-being and financial security of residents in need.

Another great option is the Charlotte CARE Center at 1476 Kenesaw St, where volunteers assist individuals in securing stable, permanent housing through specialized housing plans.

You can also connect with the Florida Department of Children and Families, which supports families and children who require professional resources.

These organizations are making a meaningful difference in Charlotte County, and you can join them in creating positive change. We serve the entire area, including nearby Punta Gorda, Englewood, North Port, and more.

Let’s Get Your Donation Started!

Join our Port Charlotte, Florida car donations program now and be part of our growing list of generous donors who have made a difference in the lives of millions of our less fortunate fellow Americans. These are the people who have been able to surmount their limitations to become happy and productive members of their communities. Call us now at 866-233-8586 to kick-start your donation process!

Last Updated: April 11th, 2025