Boat Donation

Do you have a new or old boat not being used? Do you have a broken down boat that hasnt worked for years? Do you need an income tax deduction? If you said yes to any of these questions, then boat donation may be an option for you. Every year, many individuals donate their new, used, and even broken down boats for a variety of reasons.

Boats Often Go Unused

Many boat owners find that they use their boat extensively for a period of time, and then eventually, over time, do not use their boat as much as they did in the past. One of the reasons boat owners stop boating as often is because of expenses. Storage, docking, and boat maintenance are all expenses that add up over time. Owning a boat also takes much time and energy to perform the necessary upkeep and preservation that it takes to own a boat. In todays economic world, many boat owners are having a hard time finding the necessary funds to keep their boat running and maintained. Many individuals find that donating their unused boat is the answer to their financial burdens.

Which Boats Qualify For Donation?

Most any type of boat is eligible for donation. Most boat donation companies will accept motor boats, sail boats, yachts, and other personal watercraft. Some companies even accept old, broken down boats as well. What a perfect opportunity to get rid of an unwanted boat that has been collecting dust in the garage or back yard! It is important that when the boat donor actually donates that he/she provides important paper work such as the boat license and title information.

Which Donation Company Should I Go With?

First, one must determine which boat donation company they would like to work with. There are many boat donation companies available, so it is important for the boat donor to research and become educated on the pros and cons of each individual donation company. Some of the pros to look for when deciding which boat donation company to work with are:

Company should offer free boat towing (some offer free towing to anywhere in the United States)

Company should accept all boats, whether they are running or not

Company should aide with tax deduction (i.e. provide paperwork, accountant, etc.)

Company should offer gifts such as vacation packages and/or gift cards to restaurants, golf destinations, and other luxury destinations

Who Will Benefit From My Donation

Boat donation companies work with many different charities and groups to provide transportation and much needed care for those who are not as fortunate. Some of the individuals and groups that benefit from boat donation are social service agencies, non- profit organizations, and special needs individuals including those with physical disabilities and victims of crime or discrimination.