Turning that summer vacation ride into riches for charity

Have you ever wondered what happens to your summer vacation shuttle bus once its driven its last carriage full of tourists through the Rockies? One BC company makes it a habit of extending the legacy of those trusty vehicles.

The company owner first came to Donate a Car Canada in 2022. His 2010 Ford E450 Bus had been rendered immovable thanks to a stolen catalytic converter. $500.00 was raised for the Regional Animal Protection Society.

Then, in 2023, he donated a scrap-ready 2014 Ford E450 shuttle bus. It too had, you guessed it, a stolen catalytic converter. RAPS received $275.00 dollars to help the critters.

Most recently, this same donor rolled back in with a double donation in January! You read that right: two shuttle vehicles in one month. The happy news? These ones weren’t quite ready to come off the road. Auction-ready and fully of potential, his 2015 Ford E-450 was sold for a donation of $2866.15 for the BC SPCA! It’s parking lot pal, a 2011 Mercedes Benz Sprinter, went for a $1109.02 donation for the same charity!

Summer is more than just slushies and sunshine

The example set by this summer vacation shuttle owner is inspiring! Every vehicle counts — junker and jewel alike. Ask the care teams at RAPS and the BC SPCA: big donation, or small, when it comes to helping vulnerable animals, every gift matters.

This summer, if you find yourself tired of sweeping around that old Taurus, donate it!

Mowing the lawn for the sixth time and annoyed by that unused Honda in the driveway? Donate it!

This summer vacation, turn your imagination toward creative ways of giving back to the charity you love. And if that includes donating an unwanted car, van, SUV, truck, or motorcycle, we’re your crew! We’ll keep the process simple, quick, and free — for donor and charity alike!

We’re a click or a call away!

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Abbey Cat Adoptions — the who, what, where, and why

Abbey Cat Adoptions welcomes you to their website with a reminder,

“Saving one cat will not change the world,
but surely for that one cat, the world will change forever.” – Karen Davidson

The kitten rescue is a registered charity dedicated to finding permanent homes for abandoned cats and kittens in the Greater Toronto Area. They work closely with foster homes and potential adopters to find a suitable match between families and their new pet.

Due to an overwhelming number of kittens born each year there are hundreds of healthy young cats and kittens who are at risk of euthanasia in overcrowded shelters or exposure to the elements in the coming winter months.
It is their mission to find a permanent and loving home for each Abbey Cat and many others who are waiting to enter the program.

They rely on donations from the public as they are not a government-funded agency but rather a grassroots organization made up of caring people like yourself. Please visit their Donations page for more information.

Finally, there are always ways to volunteer your skills if you have some time to give to these animals in need. 
Please contact them directly for more information!  Volunteer with Abbey Cat!

Cat adoptions near you

Abbey Cat Adoptions serves in the GTA, but if kitty care is your heart work, there is absolutely a cat rescue near you!

If you visit our Donate a Car Canada “Charities” page you can search for your local kitty charity. We absolutely love working alongside all of our animal rescues and shelters. There is something really special about the charities themselves, and their devoted donors. ‘Just so much loving care in these communities!

And remember! ‘Can’t find the SPCA or animal welfare community that you support on our list? ANY registered Canadian charity can receive your donation. There’s an amazingly comprehensive list at CanadaHelps, too!

Rescued!

As you consider how you can support this cause, pop back over to Abbey Cat Adoptions and visit their “Adopted!” page. Every volunteer hour, and every donation dollar counts. Seeing the impact your dollars have is inspiring!

How does your unused, unwanted vehicle come into this mix? Abbey Cat and other animal rescues can receive the net proceeds from the donation of your car, van, truck, SUV, or motorcycle! We re-sell or recycle your vehicle. The agent pays us (based on what buyers bid, or on recycle metal values). CanadaHelps disburses your gift to your charity of choice!

What you need to do to make it happen:

1. Fill in our online form (this takes less than 10 minutes). Call in to 1-877-250-4904 if you have any trouble, or if you’d just prefer to talk to a funny, helpful human!
2. Wait for the call to set up your free tow.
3. Watch your inbox for your tax receipt.

It really is that simple. Your charity will never be charged for this care, and the tow is always free for you!

We can’t wait to work with you in supporting cat adoptions!

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