Donate a Vehicle • Free Pickup
Turn your car into scholarships & opportunity
It’s fast, easy, and tax‑deductible. We partner with CARS to handle everything—from free pickup to paperwork—so your gift helps BASIC power education in Borrego Springs.
Running or not. Free pickup.
Supports local students
Your gift funds BASIC programs.
Tax‑deductible
CARS provides your IRS forms.
Free pickup
We handle towing & sale logistics.
How it works
Step 1
Tell us about your vehicle
Use our secure form or call 855‑500‑RIDE. We accept most vehicles, running or not.
Step 2
Schedule your free pickup
CARS arranges a convenient pickup time. Vehicles must be towable, in one piece, with an engine, and accessible to a tow truck.
Step 3
We handle the sale & paperwork
Your vehicle is sold through a network of auction partners to maximize value. You and BASIC receive the required tax documents.
Step 4
Your gift powers BASIC
70% of net sale proceeds support scholarships & educational programs in Borrego Springs.
What vehicles can I donate?
Cars & SUVs (running or not)
Pickup trucks & vans
Motorcycles & ATVs
Boats & personal watercraft
RVs & select aircraft / heavy equipment
Must be towable, in one piece, with an engine
Not sure if your vehicle qualifies? Start the form or call 855‑500‑RIDE (7433).
What you’ll need
Before pickup
- Vehicle located in a safe, tow‑truck accessible area
- Keys (if available) & any details about condition
- Title (state rules vary; CARS will guide you)
After donation
- Don’t cancel insurance until you’ve reported transfer per your state’s DMV guidance
- Watch for your tax receipt and 1098‑C (if applicable)
- BASIC receives proceeds to fuel scholarships
We pick up almost anywhere in the U.S.
Coast‑to‑coast pickup
CARS coordinates towing through a large national vendor network to maximize your vehicle’s value.
Live donor support
Friendly representatives are available seven days a week to help with forms, titles, and scheduling.
Secure & compliant
You and BASIC receive transparent documentation, and all IRS filings (like Form 1098‑C) are handled.
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EIN 33-0631683 Within the limits prescribed by law, your contribution is tax deductible. BASIC
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