Once upon a time…

…there was an Ontario Ford Focus owner who knew it was time to let their little car go. The trusty, rusty old thing was stranding them on the road. What better way to extend a legacy than by donating to her charity of choice?

To their happy surprise, with just few clicks of a button, the Kawartha Wildlife Centre was set to benefit from the car’s end of life process.

The important middle bit

Hundreds of Ford Focus donors give on behalf of Canadian charities! Often the cars are recycle-ready. Recycle vehicle outcomes add up cumulatively for our charities. This means thousands of donations dollars annually.

We are also able to re-sell donated cars for larger donations. A Focus that’s running, in good condition, with moderate mileage could bring your charity a $500.00 gift — or more! Whatever the condition, we tend to each gift individually. Moreover, our regional recycle and re-sale supports give careful guidance about their buyer base. These companies know best-process in your area!

Our free tow is standard, prompt, and friendly. Once we have the Ford picked-up it’s just a matter of time and math. Next, your charity is likely to receive their gift within two months of donation. Then, a tax receipt to the donor follows within a month of that. Missing the receipt? We have a simple follow-up process. You will always get that receipt in hand!

Happily ever after

Our Ford Focus donor tells their own story,

“I would like to let you know that I was very impressed by the entire donation process at Donate a Car Canada. Staff were friendly and email responses were detailed and prompt, with clear instructions and an expected timeline. Pickup itself was problem-free, occurring on the very next day. The tow agent was courteous and knowledgeable, and had the paperwork ready, of which there was not much, keeping things really simple.

I recommend Donate a Car Canada to anyone thinking about disposing of their old vehicle to aid a cause close to their hearts. Our chosen charity has already received the funds and we have been notified that a tax receipt will be in the mail soon. The entire experience could not have been any better. Thank you Donate a Car Canada!”

The moral of the story

Our heartfelt gratitude to our Ford Focus donor because you’re the reason we do what we do. Generously doing as we are able — each in their own way — is at the heart of Donate a Car Canada.

Maybe you have a car of your own to donate? On the other hand, you may need to get connect with a human voice, first? We can help! Call in to 1-800-250-4904. A few minutes on the phone (an average call will take less than 10 minutes of your time — even if you’re going ahead with the donation!) will give lots of direction. Or, if you know this is the choice for you, click on the button below. Our online form is self-explanatory and will get things rolling along in minutes.

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Ford Taurus donors help from coast-to-coast

At Donate a Car Canada we see four-wheeled wonders donated across the country! The trusty Ford Taurus factors into that goodness every month. At the time of this writing, we have three Taurus donations in the works. From Kapuskasing, Ontario to Nanaimo, BC, our agents are working for the charities you love. They’re turning recycle-ready cars into cash for heartworks. ‘Your car, truck, van, SUV, or motorcycle not ready for recycling? No problem! They’ll re-sell it in their hard-working efforts to get the best money possible for your cause.

The Knowledge Network, The Ottawa Humane Society, and Diabetes Canada are all on deck for December month-end gifts from Ford Taurus donors!

First car, first car donation

One of our Ford Taurus donors had a special experience at the age of sixty-one. It wasn’t what you might expect! ‘Not an empty nest, or a grandbaby. And not a first-time Snow Bird trek. No, when Maggie (not her real name) was enjoying her sixty-first trip around the sun, she bought her first car.

That car was – you guessed it – a Ford Taurus. Because it was the first time she had ever purchased a vehicle, she named the car, “Firsty”!

When Firsty had given all she had on Maggie’s behalf, this loving vehicle owner decided to extend the Ford’s legacy. Instead of selling the car privately, she donated it!

It was assumed that the car would be recycled. By that time Firsty had been in an accident and was a little worse-for-wear. Our agent was in no hurry to scrap the car. He opted to put the car up for offers to his unique buyer base.

“This is a surprise to me,” Maggie commented upon learning that we were working to get a bigger money return for her charity. She had no idea it would be possible to see a higher-than-recycle donation outcome for her chosen charity. She assumed Firsty was done-in and ready for the scrap heap.

Not so! That little Taurus found a new owner!

Diabetes Canada, the chosen recipient

Firsty the Ford Taurus sold to the highest bidder. The result? A donation of just under $600.00 for Diabetes Canada — Maggies’ charity of choice. The mission this little car is supporting: to lead the fight against diabetes by helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while working to find a cure.

Your Taurus, your choice

Donate a Car Canada is partnered with hundreds of Canadian charities. This service is at no cost to the charity, with the exception of the time it takes for them to issue your tax receipt. If you donate your vehicle for charities like The Knowledge Network, The Ottawa Humane Society, and Diabetes Canada you can trust that we and our agents are doing all we can to see the best dollar outcomes possible for them.

If you’re supporting a charity closer to your own home, it’s possible we’re already serving them. On the other hand, they may not realize this option is available for raising funds. let them know! We’ll get them on board in no time with a vehicle donation process specific to their programming.

Maggie wanted Firsty’s legacy to benefit Diabetes Canada. If you’re ready to part with an unused/unwanted vehicle, we can share that Goodness with whomever you wish. You’re just a click and a ten minute donation form (or phone call) away!

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