People donate their used cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles or RVs for various, usually personal reasons. These are arguably the top ten vehicle donation reasons in the United States listed in no particular order:It’s a tax write off.It helps charity in general.The donation will directly help my immediate neighborhood.It doesn’t run and the vehicle’s parts are obsolete.There’s a city ordinance about “junker” vehicles in the street.It’s cluttering the driveway as we have too many cars.I have no relatives or friends who will take it.Even the demolition derby refuses to take it.I don’t know what else to do with it.Did I say that I get a tax write off?Tongue and cheek humor aside, motor vehicle contributions are more than tax write offs. When consumers decide to donate a car to charity they must understand that the IRS states that taxpayers must itemize on Schedule A, Form 1040, in order to claim a […]
Car Donations – Worry Free!Help improve the lives of the abused, battered, ill, hungry, and homeless when you donate a car, used vehicle, boat, yacht, motorhome, RV, truck, aircraft, or heavy farm or construction equipment to your selected charity.Donate a car, boat, or truck.Donate an RV or motorhome.Donate a personal watercraft or jet-ski.Donate a yacht or aircraft.Action Car Donation Services® provides fast and “worry free” service throughout the state of Louisiana including the cities of New Orleans, Shreveport, Baton Rouge, Metairie, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Bossier City, Kenner, Monroe City, New Iberia, and Alexandria.There is no charge to donors for picking up a qualified car donation or other property donation throughout the State of Louisiana or anywhere in the nation.Call now for further information and receive a “no obligation” evaluation to make sure your potential car or other property donation is acceptable by proceeding in one of two ways:Call our Toll-Free […]
Car Donations – Worry Free!Help improve the lives of the abused, battered, ill, hungry, and homeless when you donate a car, used vehicle, boat, yacht, motorhome, RV, truck, aircraft, or heavy farm or construction equipment to your selected charity.Donate a car, boat, or truck.Donate an RV or motorhome.Donate a personal watercraft or jet-ski.Donate heavy farm or construction equipment.Donate a yacht or aircraft.Action Car Donation Services® provides fast and convenient service throughout the state of Massachusetts including the cities of Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Lowell, Cambridge, and all other areas of Massachusetts. There is no charge to donors for picking up a qualified car donation or other property donation throughout the State of Massachusetts or anywhere in the U.S.A.Call now for further information and receive a “no obligation” evaluation to make sure your potential car or other property donation is acceptable by proceeding in one of two ways:Call our Toll Free Number now at […]
Maritime history is an interesting subject that many people ignore every day. These people are usually unaware of the fact that colleges around the world offer programs and coursework on this very topic, and that maritime programs often make boat donations and participate in community events as well. Students interested in the marine industry study everything from specific types of ships to nautical archaeology, which focuses on the artifacts left behind. The following resources provide a better understanding of the topic.Researching ShipsShip and Passenger Lists: gives steps on searching for specific vessels and passengers on those vessels.Researching Ships and Seafarers: discusses how someone would research a specific ship based on name.Ships & Passenger Lists: offers resources on researching ships.Maritime Information Exchange: U.S. Coast Guard database of ships.Libraries and DatabasesCalifornia Maritime Academic Library: complete library with searchable database dedicated to maritime history.Puget Sound Maritime Historical Society: historical society focused on providing […]
For many pet owners, warmer weather tends to mean more car rides for their furry friends. Many pets love car rides, but before pulling out of the driveway it is important to follow some precautions to keep your pet safe while on the road. For most people, it is second nature to put on a seat belt when they get in the car but oftentimes people don’t necessarily think about the safety of their pets. The following are some tips provided by Action Donation Services that will keep your furry family member safe and happy in your car or recreational vehicle.Keep Your Pet Out of the Front SeatPets will often want to explore and move around the car and because of this, it is important to keep them restrained for their own safety as well as yours. Dogs and other pets should never travel in the front seat; if an […]