How the car donation process works
Start your South Carolina vehicle donation
Begin by telling Palmetto Wheels Exchange about the vehicle you want to donate and where it is located in South Carolina. Donors commonly give cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, and other vehicles from neighborhoods in Columbia, Charleston, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Greenville, Florence, Aiken, and beyond. You do not need to understand charity vehicle processing or tax forms before you start. The goal is to make the first step easy: share the basic vehicle details, confirm your contact information, and choose a convenient pickup location.
Schedule free towing at a convenient location
After your donation is accepted, free towing is arranged for your vehicle. Pickup may be available from a home driveway, apartment complex, workplace, repair shop, or another accessible location, depending on towing logistics. This helps South Carolina donors avoid the hassle of selling, advertising, repairing, or transporting a vehicle themselves. Whether the vehicle is in the Midlands, the Lowcountry, the Upstate, or along the Grand Strand, the process is built around convenience so your donation can move forward without extra towing cost to you.
Your vehicle is sold to create charitable proceeds
Once the vehicle is picked up, it is processed for sale. The sale amount becomes the gross vehicle sale price, which is important for your tax receipt if the vehicle sells for more than dollar-500. Palmetto Wheels Exchange keeps the process clear so you understand that your donated vehicle is being converted into proceeds for Heritage for the Blind. There is no need to negotiate with private buyers or manage paperwork on your own; the donation pathway turns an unwanted vehicle into mission support.
100-percent of proceeds go to Heritage for the Blind
The mission impact is straightforward: 100-percent of vehicle sale proceeds go to Heritage for the Blind, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 58-2164446. Those proceeds help support services for Americans who are blind or visually impaired. Heritage for the Blind focuses on practical assistance, including helping people understand and connect with government benefits and community resources. Your South Carolina car donation can help fund the work required to guide individuals toward programs that may improve stability, access to care, and daily quality of life.
Proceeds help connect people with vital benefits
Heritage for the Blind uses vehicle donation proceeds to support services that help people who are blind or visually impaired navigate assistance options. That includes connecting eligible individuals with government benefit programs such as SSI, SSDI, LIHEAP, Section 8, Medicare Extra Help, and Medicaid. If you or someone you know wants to check potential eligibility for assistance programs, visit nhftb.org/finder. This resource can help people explore available support, while your donation helps Heritage continue mission-driven outreach and guidance.
Receive the tax documents tied to your donation
Because Heritage for the Blind is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 58-2164446, your vehicle donation may be tax-deductible if you itemize deductions. For vehicles that sell for more than dollar-500, your deduction is generally based on the gross vehicle sale price and reported with IRS Form 1098-C. Tax situations vary, so donors should consult a qualified tax professional for personal advice. The important point is that your donation is both mission-focused and supported by the proper charity documentation.
Key facts about car donation
Heritage for the Blind is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity, EIN 58-2164446.
Free towing is available for eligible vehicle donations across South Carolina communities.
100-percent of vehicle sale proceeds go to Heritage for the Blind.
Proceeds support services for people who are blind or visually impaired.
For vehicles over dollar-500, donors receive IRS Form 1098-C.
Visit nhftb.org/finder to check eligibility for assistance programs and benefits.