Donate Your Car

Donate your car, truck, motorcycle, RV, or boat in support of Catholic Charities Diocese of Gary by clicking the link below and completing the on-line form or calling CARS. The friendly folks at CARS will be in touch with you to pick up your car, truck, etc.

Pick-up is always free to you and most vehicles can be picked up within 24-72 hours. At the time of pick-up you will receive an initial car donation receipt. After your car has been turned into cash (by having been sold), the CARS team will send you a final receipt and proper tax forms.

Please click below for more information and start the process. Thank you for your support!

Click here to donate!

For more information, please contact:

Stocks, Bonds, and Mutual Funds Donations

Donations of appreciated securities or mutual funds helps Catholic Charities serve the most vulnerable in Northwest Indiana while offering tax benefits to you.

Benefits:

• You are eligible for a charitable income tax deduction on the fair market value of the securities on the date of transfer.
• You pay no capital gains tax on securities you donate that you’ve held for more than one year.
• Donating securities can help you rebalance your portfolio.

We are happy to receive an appreciated stock gift from you. Please contact:

Please notify our administrative office located in Gary of the transfer by emailing emiller@catholic-charities.org. Your information will also allow us to identify and promptly acknowledge your gift.

Giving Through Your Will, Trust, or Estate Gift

When you give a gift (also known as a “bequest”) to Catholic Charities in your Will or Trust, you model to your loved ones a legacy of generosity. You also help ensure that Catholic Charities will continue to make a difference well beyond your lifetime.

We are happy to work with you to help you discover smart and powerful ways to increase the impact of your generosity while making sure your gift will fulfill your wishes If you have included Catholic Charities in your estate plans, or would like more information on how to make a planned gift to Catholic Charities, please contact: