Human Services
The Salvation Army
Accepts donated vehicles nationwide with free towing — proceeds fund adult rehabilitation centers, shelters, and disaster relief.
location_on438 S 900th W, Salt Lake City, UT 84104call(801) 363-1091
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Your Bountiful Car Has a Second Life Ahead
Donating a car in Bountiful costs the donor nothing. Vetted 501(c)(3) charities arrange free towing, accept vehicles in nearly any condition, and send the IRS form needed to substantiate the deduction at tax time.
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Just Come and Get It arrow_forward Skip the listings. Get the tax write-off and free towing — our charity of the week handles the rest.
What a Bountiful Car Donation Gets You
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Work Only With Vetted 501(c)(3)s
Every charity listed for Bountiful is a pre-screened, IRS-qualified public charity that accepts vehicle donations.
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Non-Running Cars Welcome
Charities that accept vehicles routinely take cars that do not start, salvage-title vehicles, and aging junk cars. Condition affects value, not eligibility.
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IRS Form 1098-C for the Deduction
The receiving charity mails a Form 1098-C documenting the gift. It is the single piece of paperwork the IRS expects for a car donation deduction over $500.
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Start Your Car Donation
See how much your car could impact a charity.
Choose a Cause Serving Davis County
Well-known 501(c)(3) charities serving Bountiful — local branches plus national organizations that accept car donations.
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Workforce & JobsGoodwill
Goodwill Car Donation accepts vehicles in any condition — proceeds fund job training and employment placement programs in your community.
location_on1850 W 1500th S, Salt Lake City, UT 84104call(385) 261-7045
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Youth & CommunityYMCA
Local YMCAs accept donated cars, trucks, and boats — proceeds fund youth programs, fitness scholarships, and community services in your neighborhood.
location_on3216 S Highland Dr, Ste 200, Salt Lake City, UT 84106call(801) 466-6299
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Housing & Urban DevelopmentHabitat for Humanity
Their Cars for Homes program accepts donated vehicles in any condition — proceeds fund home builds and repairs for families working toward stable homeownership.
location_on6280 Silver Creek Dr, Park City, UT 84098call(435) 487-9015
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Disaster ReliefAmerican Red Cross
Accepts car, truck, motorcycle, RV, and boat donations — proceeds fund disaster response, blood services, and emergency aid nationwide.
location_on865 N Freedom Blvd, Provo, UT 84604call(801) 373-8580
Inherited a Vehicle in Bountiful? Here Is a Cleaner Path
An inherited car often arrives with paperwork the heir did not expect — registration to update, insurance to keep current, and a title that may take time to clear through probate. Selling it can mean those costs continue for weeks.
Donating an inherited Bountiful vehicle, once the title is clear, converts it into a charitable deduction and ends the upkeep in a single appointment — often the simplest resolution for a vehicle the heir does not plan to drive.
Your Bountiful Car Donation, Step by Step
A transparent, four-step process ensures a smooth transition from vehicle to impact. (The exact process may differ between organizations, these are the general phases)
1
Vehicle Valuation
Your charity will conduct a preliminary assessment of your vehicle's market value and suitability for donation.
2
Title & Documentation Review
Their team verifies clear title, runs the vehicle history, and prepares all necessary transfer paperwork.
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Title Transfer
The title is officially transferred to the charity. You receive IRS Form 1098-C for tax deduction purposes.
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Fund Distribution
The vehicle is sold or put to use by the charity, and proceeds fund their mission.
What Happens After You Request a Bountiful Pickup
Getting started is straightforward: a few details about the Bountiful vehicle and a request for a free, no-obligation pickup. There is no commitment at this stage and no cost to the donor.
From there, the request is passed to a qualified 501(c)(3) equipped to accept vehicle donations. That charity schedules the tow, accepts the signed title at pickup, and mails the IRS Form 1098-C. Easy Car Donation is an independent referral resource — the donation itself is completed between the donor and the receiving charity.
Frequently Asked Questions for Bountiful Car Donors
Straight answers on donating your car, the tax treatment, and what to expect.
Are there Utah state tax benefits for donating a car? expand_more
State tax treatment of charitable gifts varies. Some states offer their own deduction or credit on top of the federal deduction; others do not. Because the rules differ, confirm the Utah specifics with a local tax advisor.
What if the donor doesn't have the title for the Bountiful car? expand_more
A duplicate title can be ordered from the state DMV; the receiving charity can usually wait while the replacement arrives. Donating a vehicle without any title is rarely possible.
Can a Bountiful car titled to multiple people be donated? expand_more
Yes, but every name on the title generally must sign the transfer. Jointly titled vehicles are common donations once all owners agree.
How long does a Bountiful car donation take? expand_more
Pickup is often scheduled within a few days of the initial contact. The IRS Form 1098-C documenting the deduction is generally mailed within 30 days of the vehicle being sold, or within 30 days of the donation if the charity intends to use the car directly.
What is IRS Form 1098-C and is it needed? expand_more
Form 1098-C is the IRS document a charity sends to a donor after a vehicle donation. For a deduction over $500, the donor attaches Copy B of Form 1098-C (or a Form 1098-C substitute) to the tax return. For a deduction of $500 or less, the form is not required.
What is the featured charity, and is it required? expand_more
The featured partner is a 501(c)(3) experienced with vehicle donations. It is never required — donors can choose any charity. For donors whose primary goal is the tax write-off and a fast, low-friction pickup, routing to the featured partner is the simplest option.
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