Car Donations - Wheels into Meals | San Francisco-Marin Food Bank

Car donations feed neighbors

Turn your wheels into meals for hungry neighbors in San Francisco and Marin by donating your unwanted vehicle. Our community is struggling with the ripple effects of the pandemic and inflation while government resources are eroding. Over 50,000 households rely on the Food Bank every week. Every $1 donated provides 2 nourishing meals. Our collective action is powerful.

How to donate your vehicle

Car donations are easier than selling and you’ll receive a tax receipt for your contribution.

Call or complete the online form to provide vehicle info.
Schedule your free vehicle pickup.
Notify the State you no longer own the vehicle.
Complete a Title Transfer.
Receive your tax receipt!

All vehicle donations can be made through one of our donation partners.

Charitable Adult Rides & Services (CARS)

Since 2003, CARS has returned more than $300 million to their partners in the U.S. and Canada through turnkey vehicle and real estate donation programs. They also reinvest in their community by providing meals and transportation solutions to seniors each year.

Donate a Vehicle

Car Donation Services

Car Donation Services began in 1990 and has grown to serve over 200 charities in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and throughout California. Having sold millions of dollars worth of donated vehicles, they are large enough to make a difference, but small enough to squeeze every penny out of every car.

DONATE A VEHICLE

Accepted Vehicle Types

Our donation partners accept vehicle donations of all types, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, junk/salvage titles and more! For more information about the requirements for donation, please contact CARS or Car Donation Services.

Questions? Contact Us!

If you have any questions about car donations, please email our Donor Services or call (415) 282-1907, ext 249.

Hunger is a solvable problem. And we need your help to solve it.