Tax season doesn’t usually make people think about hope, opportunity, or second chances—but it can.

At America Can! Cars for Kids, tax time is one of the most powerful moments of the year to support students at Texans Can Academies. Whether you’re looking at the tax benefits of donating a vehicle or deciding what to do with your refund, you have a real chance to turn numbers on a form into lives changed in the classroom.

Here’s how.

The Tax Benefits of Donating a Vehicle

When you donate a vehicle to America Can! Cars for Kids, you may be eligible for a federal income tax deduction. That means you can support a meaningful cause and potentially reduce your taxable income at the same time.

Here are the basics, in plain language:

1. Your vehicle donation is generally tax-deductible

America Can! Cars for Kids is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. In most cases, that means your vehicle donation is considered a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes.

• We accept cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, boats, and more
• Running or not, we’ll tow it at no cost to you
• After the vehicle is sold, we send you the appropriate documentation for your records

2. Your deduction is usually based on the sale price

In many cases, the IRS allows you to deduct the gross proceeds from the sale of your donated vehicle (subject to IRS rules and your individual tax situation). We provide the required forms and acknowledgments after the sale so you have what you need at tax time.

3. Documentation made easy

Once your donated vehicle is sold:

• You receive a written acknowledgement with the sale details
• You can share this with your tax professional when you file

We strongly recommend that donors consult with a qualified tax advisor to understand how a vehicle donation applies to their specific situation.

“Write Off the Car, Not the Kid”

When you donate a vehicle to Cars for Kids, you’re doing more than taking advantage of a tax benefit. You’re helping students at Texans Can Academies:

• Stay in school and graduate
• Access basic needs like meals, transportation, and school supplies
• Participate in career and technical education programs
• Get the support they need to move past challenges and toward a diploma

Tax season comes and goes. A diploma lasts a lifetime.

To donate a vehicle:

Call

866-835-5437or visit www.carsforkids.org/social

Use Your Tax Refund to Join the Auction and Give Back

Vehicle donations aren’t the only way to support the mission. Many supporters choose to use part of their tax refund to participate in our weekly vehicle auctions.

That means your refund can:

• Help you purchase a used vehicle at a great value
• Support Cars for Kids at the same time
• Keep funding going for Texans Can Academies students

How it works

1. Use your refund as your auction budget or down payment.
2. Register for an upcoming auction and browse the available vehicles.
3. Bid on cars, trucks, SUVs, and more—knowing that proceeds from the sale help fund education for at-risk students.

Instead of letting your refund disappear on forgettable purchases, you can turn it into something practical for you and powerful for a student.

Auction details and dates:

Visit www.carsforkids.org/social for the latest schedule and information.

Tax Season as a Season of Impact

Here’s how you can use tax time to make a difference:

• Donate an unused vehicle and take advantage of potential tax benefits
• Use your tax refund to bid in our auction and support the mission
• Share our work with friends, family, or coworkers who are also planning their tax-year giving

Every donation and every bid at the auction helps provide real resources to real students who are working hard for a second chance at success.

A Quick Reminder and Disclaimer

The information above is for general educational purposes only and is not intended as legal or tax advice. Tax laws change, and everyone’s situation is different.

Before claiming any deduction or making tax-related decisions, please consult with a qualified tax professional.

If you’re ready to turn tax season into something more meaningful, we’re here to help.

To donate a vehicle or learn more about our auctions:

Call

866-835-5437or visit www.carsforkids.org/social

Write off the car, not the kid—and let tax time be the start of someone’s new chapter.