Donate Your Vehicle

Support Pierce College students by donating your vehicle to our Automotive Department

Vehicle Donation Form

Complete this form to begin the donation process. The Pierce College Automotive Department will review your submission and contact you within 3-5 business days.

Donor Information

Donor Name (Individual or Business) *

Contact Name (if donating as a business)

Street Address *

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Vehicle Information

Year *

Make *

Model *

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)

Usually found on the dashboard near the windshield or inside the driver's door

Current Mileage *

Color *

Vehicle Condition

Running Condition *

Body Damage & Physical Condition *

Educational Value

How could this vehicle be used for teaching?

The Automotive Department evaluates vehicles based on their educational value for students learning auto repair and maintenance.

Title & Valuation

Title Status *

A clear title is required to complete the donation. If you have a lien or lost title, please explain in the comments.

Estimated Value *

How did you determine this value? *

Tax Deduction: If the vehicle value is over $5,000, you'll need an IRS-qualified appraisal and Form 8283 for tax purposes.

How It Works

1
Submit FormComplete the vehicle donation form with detailed information
2
Department ReviewAutomotive Department evaluates educational value (3-5 days)
3
Acceptance NoticeIf accepted, you'll receive the Gift-in-Kind form and next steps
4
Complete DonationSubmit paperwork and transfer title to receive tax receipt

What to Include

Once your donation is accepted:

Vehicle Certificate of Title (front and back)
Completed Gift-in-Kind form
IRS Form 1098-C (for tax deduction)
If value > $5,000: IRS Form 8283 and professional appraisal

Gift-in-Kind Form

Once your donation is accepted, you'll need to complete the official Gift-in-Kind form.

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Questions?

Need help with your donation?

Email[email protected]

Phone(818) 710-4206

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