Vehicle Donation Program

History:

1. The vehicle donation program has been in existence in Fauquier County since April 1996. It was established as a way to help people help themselves. The program provides the means to accept a working donated vehicle, perform basic repairs if necessary, and pass the vehicle on to a low-income Fauquier County family. A dependable vehicle improves the recipient's ability to work, to be a productive member of the community, to care for the needs of a family, and to carry out daily activities.

Program Goals

1. To obtain serviceable or economically repairable vehicles that can be transferred to needy and low-income families in Fauquier County.
2. To provide maintenance training and a reliabel service-support program that will assist the recipients of a vehicle.

Who Is Involved

1. Members of the greater Fauquier community including:
1. The Fauquier Department of Social Services
2. Local business and community partners
3. You, the individual citizen

Why Should I Donate?

1. All vehicles donated are tax deductable up to the "Blue Book" value.
2. Public transportation in Fauquier County is extrememly limited. The donation of a car can give families a means to move one step closer to self-reliance. A dependable vehicle is necessary for people to get to and from jobs, medical appointments, grocery stores, and other daily activities.
3. The donated cars received to date have helped to strengthen the family structure of the recipients. In addition to helping the parents attain better employment, a vehicle can also open up more opportunities to children. They are able to participate in after school programs, sports, and other extra curricular activities.
4. One recipient of a donated vehicle was able to return to work, and later was able to attain a newer vehicle. The recipient then donated the original vehicle back to the program in order to help another family. One vehicle made a difference for two families.

How Do I Donate?

1. Do you have a vehicle in good condition that you would like to donate? Do you work for a repair facility that can donate labor? Are you part of a business that has a fleet of cars and is getting ready to replace some? Do you want to make a financial contribution?
2. Contact the Department of Social Services (540) 347-2316 and ask to speak to a representative from the Vehicle Donation Program. The representative will set up an appointment for you, at your convenience, to bring the vehicle and proof of ownership (the title) to a designated business partner location. There, pertinent vehicle information will be verified and the necessary paperwork completed.
3. Available copies of service records would be appreciated.
4. If we are unable to find a recipient for your donated vehicle, we may offer your donation to another non-profit organization within our community.

Date Last Modified: 12/03/2008