Donate A Car
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Greensburg accepts donations of titled vehicles, i.e., cars, trucks. Donors receive a tax deduction while helping people in need across our four counties. Once the donated item is sold, proceeds are given to Catholic Charities to use for material assistance. Our organization has a contract arrangement with ADESA Pittsburgh to provide all services necessary to make the donation simple and easy.
For more information, please contact Catholic Charities at 724-837-1840.
What You Need To Know
Title: You must have the original title. We can only accept vehicles for donation with an original title signed by the registered owner. No additional writing or information can be on the title. If you are not the original owner and your name appears on the title, you must obtain a title in your name. If you are not the registered owner of the item and are taking a tax deduction for this donation, you should contact your tax advisor on how best to proceed. Title must be signed over to Catholic Charities 711 East Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 before pickup.
Donor’s Liability: Your liability for the item extends until it is picked up. Catholic Charities and/or its agents are not responsible for any theft, damage, vandalism, moving or parking violations, registration fees, late charges, impounds, storage charges, liens, etc., prior to the vehicle pickup time.
Pickup: All parties named on the title must be present at pick up to sign paperwork.
IRS Publication 526: Refer to the fair market value of your donated items. Charges are updated annually.
Cars: If you contribute a car to a charitable organization, you must determine its fair market value.
Donations over $5,000: For donations over $5,000, the IRS requires an inspection by an independent appraiser. If you intend to declare a value over $5,000 for the donated item, PIAA will arrange for an appraisal at no charge or obligation to you. Before your item is picked up, you will be advised of the assigned tax deductible value.
For more information, use the IRS Guide to Donating a Car.
