We have made the jet ski donation process easy, fast, and safe for vehicle donors.
[1] Contact us
Fill out the easy online jet ski donation form
or
Talk to a vehicle donation specialist at American Auto Donation, call 866-639-9493 for help.
[2] Fast, free pick up for your vehicle
One of our jet ski processing specialists will arrange to have your jet ski picked at your convenience, at your location by a professionally licensed, bonded, and insured towing partner.
jet ski pick up is always free and you will incur no costs for making your donation
If you need to change the pick-up time or have issues with the pick up please call 866-639-9493
At pick up, our towing specialist will issue a receipt at the time of pick-up which is a release of liability and confirmation that your jet ski has been picked up. The receipt will indicate your name as well as the year, make, model and condition of the jet ski you are donating.
This is your tax receipt if the sale value of your jet ski does not exceed $500.
[3] Save money on your taxes
Processing your picked up jet ski usually takes around 4 to 6 weeks but in some cases may take longer due to particular state title requirements or title laws.
Once your donation has sold you will be notified by email of the value of your donation. (If you do not have email, you will be notified by mail)
If your jet ski sells for more than $500 your receipt will be for the sale amount. Otherwise, you can claim the fair market value of your vehicle up to $500.
You will be given a secure login account and you will be able to download all the documents you need to take a donation tax deduction.
[4] You helped veterans
Your tax-deductible donation will go a long way in continuing to support Veterans Helping Veterans, an IRS approved 501(c)3 non-profit in its life-saving work.
VHV Foundation has worked with more than 4,000 services members with a mission of building resilience and restoring hope through various initiatives to strengthen emotional, mental, and physical health improvement. VHV Foundation’s primary mission is to bring awareness to suicide intervention, and homelessness within our veteran community.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493
Some of the benefits of donating to a Veterans charity:
If you need assistance, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
Yes! You can donate almost any jet ski that doesn’t run to our charity.
If you have a jet ski that hasn’t been in running condition for a while, fill out our online form or give us a call at 866-639-9493 and a jet ski donation specialist will help you.
With some vehicles, where the cost of picking up the vehicle exceeds the value, we may have to decline the donation.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept abandoned jet skis.
Contact your local police to list the jet ski as abandoned or find out if a local junkyard can pick it up.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
We can accept the jet ski if you have a copy of the death certificate and documentation that you are the official inheritor of the deceased’s vehicle.
No, there is absolutely no cost to you for the jet ski pick up, towing, or donation processing, and we also take care of all DMV paperwork.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
We take donations nationwide and we will come to your home or office at a time convenient to you. Pick up is always Free and there are no costs to you at all.
If you have questions about your state, or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
Most states require that you have a clear title to the jet ski; some states also require a notarized signature to complete a donation.
If your state requires a notary to sign the document, do not sign the title until you are in the presence of the notary.
If you cannot locate or have lost the Certificate of Title, we can help you obtain the proper documentation.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
It is possible to donate without the title. Please call one of our friendly jet ski donation specialists toll-free at 866-639-9493 and they will help you with your title questions.
No, we’ll accept your jet ski donation even if it failed a smog test. We will take care of smog and inspections.
At pick up, you will be given a receipt that releases you from future liability for your donated vehicle.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
Once you have contacted us, one of our representatives will arrange to have your jet ski towed away at your convenience by our professionally licensed, bonded, and insured drivers.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
We accept all vehicle donations, and in most cases, we also accept boats, motorcycles, RVs, campers, and more.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493
Examples of vehicle types we accept are:
CARS: Classic Car, Sports Car, Luxury Car, Speciality Car, Antique Car, Auto, Automobile, Vehicle, SUV.
BOATS: Yacht, Dinghy, Vessel, Rowboat, Trawler, Sailboat, Houseboat, Motorboat, Speedboat, Camper Boat, Fishing Boat, Pontoon Boat, Boston Whaler, Bowrider Boat, Catamaran, Cuddy Cabin Boat, Chris-Craft Boats, Center Console Boat, Jetski, Jet Ski, Waverunner, Personal Watercraft.
RVs: Recreational Vehicle, Diesel RV, Class A RV, Class B RV, Class C RV, 4×4 Class B RV, 4×4 Class C RV, Diesel Class A RV, Diesel Class B RV, Diesel Class C RV.
5th WHEEL: 5th Wheel Camper, 5th Wheel RV, 5th Wheel Trailer, 5th Wheel Travel Trailer, 5th Wheel Toy Hauler, 5th Wheel Truck.
CAMPERS: Camper Van, Camper Car, Camper Bus, Camper Truck, Camper Truck, Pop-up Camper, Teardrop Camper.
TRAILERS: Boat Trailer, Horse Trailer, Coach Trailer, Travel Trailer, Sport Utility Trailer, Toy Hauler.
MOTORHOMES: Motor Home, Diesel Motorhome, Class A Motorhome, Class B Motorhome, Class C Motorhome, 4×4 Class B Motorhome, 4×4 Class C Motorhome, Diesel Class A Motorhome, Diesel Class B Motorhome, Diesel Class C Motorhome.
VANS: Minivan, Step Van, Cargo Van, Church Van, Student Van, Carpool Van, Passenger Van, Commercial Van, Camper Minivan, Refrigerated Van.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES:
BUSSES: School Bus, Shuttle Bus.
TRUCKS: 4×4 Truck, Diesel Truck.
MOTORCYCLES: Motorbike, Dirt Bike, Motor Bike, Motor Cycle, Moped, Scooter.
TRACTORS: Tractor Trailer.
ATV, Golf Cart, Snowmobile.
EQUIPMENT: Farm Equipment, Heavy Equipment.
Your vehicle donation is immensely valuable to Veterans Wellness Aide, an IRS-approved 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to improving veterans’ health and well-being.
Veterans Wellness Aide focuses on bridging healthcare gaps, especially in medication therapy, where VA services may not fully reach. Founded by Dr. Hahn and guided by a board of healthcare professionals, this charity is at the forefront of delivering specialized care and support to veterans facing unique health challenges.
By donating your vehicle, you contribute to Veterans Wellness Aide’s essential programs, which include critical medication therapy support, comprehensive wellness initiatives, and mental health advocacy. Your support enables them to continue their vital work, offering life-enhancing services to veterans, ensuring they receive the respect, care, and dignity they deserve.
Veterans Wellness Aide
Tax ID#: 93-2093554
If you have questions or want to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493
No! Just remove all personal belongings from the jet ski and leave the keys and title in the glove compartment.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
We can usually arrange to have your jet ski picked up as quickly as possible.
A local towing company will be in touch to schedule a pick-up within 24 hours after you contact us.
Pick-up is usually scheduled for a day or two later, but if you need your jet ski picked up sooner, we’ll do our best to help.
Just call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
American Auto Donation has a network of professionally licensed, bonded, and insured towing partners throughout the U.S. that will pick up your jet ski donation. You will be contacted to arrange a time of pick up that is convenient for you. Pick-up is always free.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
At pick up, all we need is the title and keys. A certified towing professional will give you a temporary jet ski donation receipt which is a release of liability and confirmation that your vehicle has been donated & picked up.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493
Processing your vehicle usually takes around 4 to 6 weeks, but in some cases may take longer due to particular state title requirements or title laws.
Once your donation has sold, you will be notified by email about the value of your donation. If you do not have an email address, you will be notified by mail.
You will be given a secure login account and you will be able to download all the documents you need to take a tax-deductible donation.
If you have questions or want to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
We will handle all transfer documents according to your local state Department of Vehicle Services guidelines.
When your jet ski is picked up by our certified towing professional, you will be given a receipt that releases you from future liability for your donated jet ski.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
Yes, vehicle donations are tax-deductible. We are a 501(c)(3) organization and have been approved by the IRS to receive donated items and issue tax-deductible donation receipts. Please check with your tax advisor to determine how you may benefit.
If you have questions or want to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
Per IRS Publication 561:
‣ If the donated vehicle is sold for less than $500, you can claim the fair market value up to $500.
‣ If it sells for more than $500, you can claim the amount for which the vehicle is sold.
We make it easy to get the maximum tax deduction for your jet ski donation! Just fill out the quick online form, or call 866-639-9493 and we will take care of the rest.
Please consult with your tax professional to determine how much you may claim for donating your vehicle.
Your jet ski donations to an IRS approved 501(c)(3) charity is tax-deductible as follows:
For vehicles sold for under $500, you can claim the fair market value up to $500.00 without any additional paperwork.
The preliminary tax receipt will be mailed after the vehicle has been confirmed picked up.
If the gross proceeds for the sale of your donated jet ski exceed $500.00, your deduction will be limited to the actual sale price.
We will provide you with a receipt stating the final sales price of your vehicle within 30 days of its sale.
We do all we can to maximize the selling price of your car. This way you can get a larger tax write off and more funds go back to our veterans.
Always check with your tax advisor or accountant to determine the amount of your benefit.
Here is a link to IRS Publication 526
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
Yes, at pick up our towing specialist will issue a receipt which is a release of liability and confirmation that your jet ski has been picked up. It allows you to take the minimum tax deduction, up to $500 without further paperwork.
In addition, within 30 days of your vehicle sale, you will receive a tax receipt for the full sales value of your donation.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.
Your vehicle donation is immensely valuable to Veterans Wellness Aide, an IRS-approved 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to improving veterans’ health and well-being.
Veterans Wellness Aide focuses on bridging healthcare gaps, especially in medication therapy, where VA services may not fully reach. Founded by Dr. Hahn and guided by a board of healthcare professionals, this charity is at the forefront of delivering specialized care and support to veterans facing unique health challenges.
By donating your vehicle, you contribute to Veterans Wellness Aide’s essential programs, which include critical medication therapy support, comprehensive wellness initiatives, and mental health advocacy. Your support enables them to continue their vital work, offering life-enhancing services to veterans, ensuring they receive the respect, care, and dignity they deserve.
Veterans Wellness Aide
Tax ID#: 93-2093554
If you have questions or want to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493
Fortunately, there should be no risks with donating your jet ski during this period. Our tow driver can pick up your jet ski while maintaining social distancing. You don’t need to be present during pick up & will leave a receipt at your door, which is a release of liability and confirmation that your jet ski has been picked up. We’ll email your tax receipt to you once your jet ski sells. We are happy to mail a hard copy upon request.
Call us at 866-639-9493 or fill out our online donation form and one of our helpful jet ski donation specialists will answer any questions or concerns you may have about donating during this time. We will make the process fast & easy for you.
Definitely! You can still donate at this time. We’re keeping close contact with authorities to ensure our donors continue receiving the highest level of service possible with minimal delays. Just fill out our online form or give us a call at 866-639-9493 and a jet ski donation specialist will help you.
Fortunately, there should be no risks with donating your jet ski during this period. Our tow driver can pick up your jet ski while maintaining social distancing. You don’t need to be present during pick up & will receive a receipt at your door which is a release of liability and confirmation that your jet ski has been picked up. We’ll email your tax receipt to you once your jet ski sells. We are happy to mail a hard copy upon request.
If you have questions or to donate, please call our helpful jet ski donation specialists for fast assistance at 866-639-9493.