Tax-Deductible Donations That Drive Real Change
Looking for a meaningful way to give during tax season? Donations to Working Wheels may be tax-deductible and help local families access reliable transportation for work, school, and healthcare.
Below is a simple overview of how tax-deductible giving works, whether you choose to donate money or a vehicle.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Registered nonprofit serving Western North Carolina
Tax Documentation Provided
Receipts and required paperwork for eligible donations
Local Impact
Helping families access work, school, and healthcare
How Tax-Deductible Giving Works
Working Wheels is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law when you itemize your deductions.
Both financial gifts and vehicle donations may qualify. We provide written acknowledgment and required documentation to help with your tax records.
Cash Donations
Financial contributions to Working Wheels help fund affordable vehicle purchases and low-cost repairs for working families in our community.
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- Donations are generally tax-deductible if you itemize
- A receipt is provided for your records
- Your gift supports access to jobs, education, and healthcare
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Vehicle Donations
Donating a vehicle is a powerful way to support our mission while potentially receiving a tax benefit.
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- The deductible amount depends on how the vehicle is used
- We manage the donation process and documentation
- Donors receive required paperwork after the donation is complete
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Tax Questions We Hear Most Often
What is IRS Form 1098-C?
IRS Form 1098-C is used to report certain charitable vehicle donations to the Internal Revenue Service. When applicable, this form helps donors substantiate a tax deduction for a donated vehicle.
Not every vehicle donation requires a 1098-C. Whether it applies depends on how the vehicle is used and the donor’s individual tax situation.
How does Working Wheels handle tax paperwork?
When you donate a vehicle to Working Wheels, we handle the required documentation related to your donation. Donors receive written acknowledgment, IRS Form 1098-C when applicable, and clear records your tax preparer may need.
Our goal is to make the process straightforward so donors don’t have to navigate tax paperwork on their own.
Is donating a car better than selling it for parts?
For some donors, particularly those who itemize deductions, donating a vehicle can be a practical alternative to selling it for parts.
Selling a car often involves finding buyers, negotiating prices, coordinating transport, and receiving a payout that may be lower than expected. In some cases, the potential tax deduction from donating a vehicle may be comparable to or greater than selling it, while also creating meaningful local impact.
A tax professional can help determine which option makes the most sense for your situation.
Giving That Keeps Families Driving
Tax benefits are a helpful bonus — but the true impact of your gift is stability. Reliable transportation helps families get to work, keep their jobs, attend school, and access healthcare.
When you give to Working Wheels, you’re helping remove one of the biggest barriers facing working families in our community.