Car Donations Fuel Local Nonprofits Like KCLU on the Central Coast

OXNARD, Calif. – More and more people are donating their old cars to a variety of charities.

Vehicle donation programs arrange for free pickups. Donated cars are either sold to recycling centers or auctioned off, with the proceeds going to the nonprofit of the owner's choice.

Anacapa Towing recently picked up an SUV with 319,000 miles on the odometer. It’s being donated to National Public Radio’s KCLU station, which serves the Central Coast.

Anacapa Towing’s Daniel Mejia said it’s easier for owners to say goodbye to an old car when they know it’s going to a good cause.

"It feels good because we are helping people out. We help people out, and that is the point of the job right here," said Mejia. "Sometimes people don’t want to let go of their cars, but sometimes they’ve got to go."

Cars, motorcycles, and RVs can be donated whether they run or not. Donations are also eligible for a tax deduction.

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