Wisconsin Interfaith Needs Response, Inc. (WINR)
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Who is WINR?
Wisconsin Interfaith Needs Response, Inc. was organized by an ecumenical coalition of faith communities in the summer of 1997 to respond to unanswered needs of those in poverty; the most vulnerable in our midst.
What programs does WINR offer?
How can I contact the Donated Wheels Program?
Please see our Contact Us page on our site.
How do you donate a car?
Contact the WINR office closest to you and make arrangements for delivering or having the donated car picked up. Be sure the title is clear (no attachment by financial institution). For tax purposes, a letter along with an IRS-1098C Form will be sent as a receipt. WINR is a 501 (C) 3 non-profit organization.
What kind of cars does WINR Donated Wheels need?
WINR provides vehicles that our machanic partners feel have the potential to provide at least 20,000 additional miles of service.
Who generally is eligible to receive a donated car?
Applicants may apply directly or be referred by a church, social service agencies, shelters, or other concerned individuals and have filled out a WINR Donated Wheels application form. Applicants must live in Winnebago, Brown, Outagamie, Calumet Waupaca, Portage, Waushara county of the State of Wisconsin. Also, the applicants must be at 200% or below the Federal Poverty Level.
| Family Size | 200% of Federal Poverty Level: 2010 Annual Earnings |
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| 1 | $21,600 | 2 | $29,140 | 3 | $36,620 | 4 | $44,100 | 5 | $51,580 | 6 | $59,060 | 7 | $66,540 | 8 | $74,020 |
Will WINR determine the value of the donated car?
Yes, WINR will Determine the full Kelly Blue Book private party sale value for the donated vehicle. A copy will be provided along with a thank you letter.
What kind of tax savings can I expect from my car donation?
Determine your tax bracket percentage. Multiply it bythe value of the vehicle. This is the actual cash tax benefit you will realize. Most charaties auction or sell donated vehicles to raise funds. In these cases, you recieve the value they sell the vehicle for - often only about 30% of its full Kelly Blue book value. Since WINR uses, and does not sell almost all vehicles, the donor can claim full kelly Blue Book Value
Why else should I donate my car to WINR Donated Wheels?
You won't have the hassle of trying to sell your car. You'll see your car being recycled for use in area communities. And most importantly, you'll be helping someone become more self-sufficient by being able to get to work.
Still have questions?
Call us at your local office.