Donate Your Car

Your car donation will support KNKX, a vital source of fact-based journalism from NPR and the Northwest, and an ambassador for jazz and blues.  KNKX regional coverage reflects diverse voices across its 12-signal footprint, the largest radio signal in Western Washington, from Vancouver WA to Vancouver BC and the Coast to the Cascades.  KNKX proudly partners with the Car Talk Vehicle Donation Program to accept vehicle donations with the support of the Local KIA Dealers. We rely on listeners like you to help fund your favorite national programs such as Wait Wait..Don’t Tell Me! And All Things Considered.  When you donate your car, truck, motorcycle, boat or RV to KNKX, you’ll receive a tax deduction while supporting your favorite Seattle-Tacoma Jazz, Blues and NPR News station.  

1. Answer Vehicle Questions — Fill out the donation form to provide KNKX with information about your vehicle donation, including the year, make, model, VIN, and condition.

2. Schedule Free Pick Up — Provide us with information about yourself and where the vehicle will be picked up. A towing agent will contact you within 24-48 hours to schedule a pick up time most convenient for you.

3. Track Your Car Donation — After you submit your vehicle donation, you will receive a confirmation email with access to your Donor Console. From your Donor Console, you can track your car donation in real-time, submit documents, and get title and tax information. Once your car is sold, you’ll receive a confirmation email that includes a tax deductible receipt.

Where can I donate my car in Washington state?
You can donate it to KNKX Public Radio, the source of jazz, blues, and quality news that has served the Pacific Northwest since 1966. Your car donation will support the music and news programming that serves the Western Washington community.

Why should I donate my car to KNKX?
There are many car donation programs on the internet making heartfelt appeals for vehicles, but only a small number of these programs actually make a difference to the charity. KNKX offers complete transparency on where your car donation is going, who it’s helping, and how it’s going to get there.

What types of vehicles does KNKX accept?
We gratefully accept almost all car donations. We also accept donated trucks, motorcycles, boats, snowmobiles, trailers and recreational vehicles. Boats and planes may require a call to see if they meet minimum criteria. You can donate your car online or by calling us at 1-877-215-0227.

Can you donate a car without a title in Washington state?
Most car donations require a clear title. If you can’t find your title, you’ll have to apply for a duplicate by completing an Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest form. Instructions on how to sign your Washington title can be found here or you can call us at 1-877-215-0227.

I live on an island. Can you still pick up my car?
Yes, we can still pick up your vehicle if you live on an island like Vashon, the San Juans, Bainbridge, ect! If you have questions or concerns about whether your vehicle can be picked up, please reach out to our partners at ARS at (877) 215-0227. Sometimes your vehicle can be picked up quicker if you are able to transport it off the island, but this is not a requirement. Please let them know where the vehicle is located when you call, and they will make the best possible arrangements either way.

How much of the money from the sale of my vehicle is returned to KNKX?
Donating a car or other vehicle to charity can be a confusing decision. Many charity car donation programs promise to help the charities but are run by third-party processors that return very little to the charity. Our partners at Car Donation Wizard return 75-80% of the gross selling price for car donations back to KNKX, the highest of any vehicle donation program!

How long will it take KNKX to pick up my vehicle donation?
Our vehicle donation processing agent Advanced Remarketing Services (ARS) will arrange for a local tow company to pick up your vehicle. Vehicles are often picked up within three business days after you complete your donation. It can take longer to pick up your car if it is in a remote area, on an island, or if you have limited availability. Our team at ARS will give you a more precise time frame once they know where your vehicle needs to be picked up. If you have questions any time during the donation process, please call Car Talk VDP at (877) 215-0227.

Who is Advanced Remarketing Services?
KNKX Public Radio works with a donation processing agency, Advanced Remarketing Services, to make the car donation process as easy as possible with access to industry experts. They handle the title transfer, towing and reporting of all vehicle donations, and are Car Talk VDP’s authorized national agent processing all of our vehicle donations. Vehicle donations may be made online through the donation page or by calling (877) 215-0227.

What documentation will be provided for my tax return?
Within 30 days of the sale of your vehicle, you will receive an email with a receipt that includes:

• The gross selling price of your car, if sold for greater than $500. If your car sells for $500 or less, you can deduct $500 or your car's fair market value, whichever is less.
• Vehicle year, make, model, and VIN.
• A statement that the vehicle was sold at arms-length between two unrelated parties.
• A statement that no good or services were received in return for your donation.

KNKX will receive notification of your donation after the sale of the vehicle and once the funds are allocated. You will receive a thank you letter at that time, but only the documentation provided by ARS can serve as your official tax receipt.

Who should I contact if I have any questions about my donation, picking up my vehicle, selling my vehicle, getting tax documents or any other questions I have during any part of the donation process?
We encourage you to reach out to our vehicle donation partner ARS directly. They contract and coordinate with towing agents and vehicle buyers and they will reach out to those companies on your behalf. Reaching out to ARS directly ensures that you have the smoothest and most efficient vehicle donation experience with KNKX. Call them at (877) 215-0227.

Still have questions on donating your car to KNKX Public Radio?
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