Give the gift of safe transportation this holiday.
Give the gift of safe transportation this holiday.
The older adults CARS assists are not charged fees for our rides and services, and we never turn someone away for an inability to donate. Instead, we rely on the generosity of our community to help support the life-enhancing transportation and outreach services we provide.
This support reduces isolation and fosters a sense of belonging and dignity for our older neighbors. By donating to CARS, you are making a tangible difference in their lives and promoting a compassionate and connected community where everyone is valued.
WHY DONATE
In this video, our supporters share why they believe in Community Assisted Rides. “I have seen what joy it can bring, and I just want to be a part of that,” one donor explains.
Join us in making tangible impacts on seniors’ lives—because one day, as our volunteer notes, we may all need this lifeline of dignity and connection.
Giving can take so many different forms, and we appreciate every single one of them. Click the buttons below to learn about ways you can contribute to our vital mission.
Honor/Memorial
Recurring Gifts
Legacy and Planned Gifts
Matching Gifts
IRA Required Minimum Distribution Gifts
Stock & Bond Gifts
Donor Advised Funds
Giving Circle Membership
EIN (Tax ID): 36-4400624. Community Assisted Rides is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
EIN (Tax ID): 36-4400624. Community Assisted Rides is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
We love hearing from you! If you are interested in becoming a VIP, volunteer, donor, or have a general question or comment for us, fill out our contact form or call (708) 354-9328 and someone from our office will get back to you soon.
Making a gift in honor of mom, dad, grandma or another special older adult pays tribute to your loved one and cares for others in their honor. Please consider making a donation to CARS in honor of mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, or another special person in your life.
Making a gift in their honor and/or memory is a beautiful way to celebrate the people you treasure while caring for others for many years to come. If you donate in honor of one of our current clients or volunteers, we will happily mail them a notecard letting them know a donation was made in their honor!
We consider our monthly donors truly magical! By donating monthly to CARS, you not only provide older adults with safe and reliable transportation, but you also give CARS the gift of stable and predictable funding for our budgeting and long-term planning! You can set up your monthly recurring donation in minutes using our online donation form!
Legacy and planned gifts are a beautiful way to celebrate significant life events by caring for others for many years to come.
Legacy giving can provide potential tax advantages, allowing you to strategically plan your financial legacy while minimizing estate taxes and maximizing the impact of your charitable contributions.
If you are interested in setting up a legacy gift or planned gift to CARS, we suggested consulting with your financial advisor before contacting our office for more information.
If you would like to set up this type of donation, please reach out to janet@
Does your employer offer a matching fund program for non-profit donations? This is a great way to make your gift go further at no additional cost to you! Check with your employer for matching gift benefits and how to apply them to your donation to CARS.
Did you know you may be eligible to transfer all or part of your IRA required minimum distribution to CARS, without reporting it as taxable income? Paying the income taxes on the RMD is an extra burden, especially when the RMD pushes you into a higher income tax bracket or increases the taxes on your social security benefits.
A perfect answer might be the Qualified Charitable Distribution (“QCD”). Under current law, the IRS allows you to instruct your IRA custodian to transfer any part or all of your RMD – up to $100,000 – to a charity, and couples who file jointly can double that amount. Since the distribution goes directly to the charity, you don’t have to report the RMD on your income tax return (but since the income is not shown on your return, you are not permitted to take a charitable deduction). The QCD might even help you lower your adjusted gross income for other purposes, such as determining how much of your social security benefits are taxed.
Contact our office for more information, and we suggest consulting with your tax advisor as well if you are interested in this type of donation.
If you would like to set up this type of donation, please reach out to janet@
CARS can accept donations of appreciated shares of stocks, mutual funds, ETFs, or bonds as a way to enhance your giving. If you would like to make this type of donation, we suggest consulting with your tax advisor first, then contact our office for more information.
Please email janet@
Donating through a donor-advised fund offers the benefit of immediate tax deductions for the donor upon contributing to the fund, even if the actual grants to charities are made later. Additionally, donor-advised funds provide a centralized and efficient platform for managing charitable giving, allowing donors to support multiple causes and organizations with ease. Please contact your financial advisor for guidance on setting up and managing a donor-advised fund.
Donating a total of $500 or more within the calendar year will earn you a spot in our Giving Circle! As a member of our prestigious Giving Circle, you will be recognized for your outstanding generosity and advocacy for older adults. Member benefits include a special edition Giving Circle member newsletter with insider updates, an exclusive invitation to a special annual meeting and networking opportunity, and a special member-only experience at our annual fall benefit! In addition, your name will appear in CARS newsletters and in our annual Impact Report.
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