Donate Your Car to Support The Great Boston Food Bank

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The Greater Boston Food Bank is committed to end hunger. The largest huger-relief organization in New England, the Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) has provided over 87 million healthy meals to their community. Your vehicle donation to GBFB will help keep the topic of food access and assistance front and center. We believe we have the power to end hunger across New England, and your car donation will help. Donate a car online or by calling (877) 957-2277!

How to Donate Your Car to
The Greater Boston Food Bank

Step 1: Provide Vehicle Information

Complete the donation form online or by calling us at 877-957-2277. We’ll ask some questions about your vehicle, including the VIN, year, make, model, mileage, and condition.

Step 2: Schedule Free Car Pick Up

Tell us a bit about yourself and where your car will be picked up. You’ll be contacted by a local towing agent within 2-3 business days to schedule a pick up time that works best for you.

Step 3: Get Tax Receipt

Once you submit your GBFB car donation, you’ll receive a confirmation email with access to your Donor Console. Within the Donor Console, you’ll be able to track the progress of your car donation, upload documents, and get tax and title information. After your car is sold, you will be emailed a tax receipt.

Donate Your Car

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of vehicle donations are accepted?

The Greater Boston Food Bank accepts almost all running and non-running cars and trucks. Other vehicles such as vans, motorcycles, snowmobiles, boats, RVs, trailers, planes, and heavy machinery are accepted on a case-by-case basis. If you have questions about a vehicle you’d like to donate, call us at 877-957-2277.

How long will it take to pick up my car?

Once you submit the donation form, a local towing agent will call you within 2-3 business days to schedule a pick up time that works best for you.

How do I sign my title?

Instructions on how to sign your title over to our processing agent, Advanced Remarketing Services, can be found in the confirmation email you received after submitting the donation form. You can also find state-specific title instructions by clicking here or by calling us at 877-957-2277.

How much money will The Greater Boston Food Bank receive from my car donation?

Our authorized agent, Advanced Remarketing Services, returns on average more than 80% of the gross proceeds from the sale of your vehicle to the Greater Boston Food Bank.

Will I receive a tax receipt?

Yes! Within 30 days of the sale of your car, you’ll be emailed a tax receipt. If your car sells for over $500, you may deduct the full selling price of the car when itemizing taxes. If your car sells for less than $500, you can deduct $499 or your car’s fair market value, whichever is less. Please consult with your tax advisor on the best way to claim your car donation tax deduction.