Childrens Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA)

Why should I donate a car to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles? Founded in 1901, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is the oldest freestanding children’s hospital in California. Over more than a century, CHLA has grown into one of the foremost pediatric hospitals in the state, providing unparalleled clinical expertise, world-class research and compassionate, family-centered care to its patients.
CHLA’s physicians and caregivers bring that high level of care to more than 600,000 patient visits this year. A nationally recognized pediatric hospital, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is honored by U.S. News & World Report year after year as a premier health care facility for children.
CHLA is also the safety-net hospital of choice in Southern California, providing more than $380 million in annual community benefits that include unreimbursed costs for medical services of government-sponsored programs and charity care. This is a direct result of the philanthropic support from CHLA’s community of champions and advocates.
A tax-deductible vehicle donation plays an essential role in helping CHLA fulfill its mission of creating hope and building healthier futures for children. Your generosity will support breakthrough treatments, innovative therapies and research that saves countless young lives each and every year.
How can I donate my car to Children’s Hospital?
The car, truck or SUV that served the transportation needs in your life can easily be transformed into a lifesaving vehicle for families receiving treatment at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. We manage your donation every step of the way. You select the vehicle pickup location and time that are most convenient for you. We promptly email you a temporary receipt that outlines the next steps, and you’ll meet with an expert towing driver who will handle your donation with care. We then maximize the value of your vehicle by evaluating it for appropriate repairs or improvements. After our specialist’s 16-point inspection, the improvements we make typically result in a sale price that is 25%-50% higher than the “as was” value of the donation through any other car donation program. Thank you for your thoughtful consideration.
Three Simple Steps.
Call Us,
or Go Online
We Schedule
a Pickup
You Receive a Tax Deduction
What are our donors saying?


2006 Honda Odyssey
Childhood Leukemia Foundation got more value
"My wife was very pleased with the whole process and the outcome!"
Robert B., Van Donation - Rolling Hills Estates, CA

KQED Public Radio got more value
"I am just so happy that Cars2Charities was able
to sell the car for that much. That way I could
support KQED Public Broadcasting and get
myself an excellent tax deduction."
Mark E., Car Donation - Redwood City, CA

1999 Subaru Legacy SUS
Angel Faces got more value
"I'm a nurse and so glad I can support Angel Faces!"
Mei-Ling W., Car Donation - San Francisco, CA

2002 Mazda Protege
Saddleback Valley Community Church got more value
"Happy to know I could help Saddleback Church."
Jeff V., Car Donation - Riverside, CA

1996 Toyota Avalon
Charity Cup got more value
"My husband's in Korea; great service. Will ask my daughter to do yelp review."
Inok K., Car Donation - Fullerton, CA

2002 Ford Windstar
Mount of Olives Lutheran Church got more value
"You fixed my bad alternator? Great! Wow, my tax deduction's a lot more than I expected!"
Beverly C., Van Donation - Mission Viejo, CA

1994 Toyota Camry
SPCA - East Bay got more value
"Donating to SPCA was easier than writing a check, and I got rid of the
extra car on the side of the house. My wife was very happy."
Patrick C., Car Donation - Berkeley, CA

Guide Dogs of America got more value
"We couldn't smog the vehicle, so glad you got
value from it! Turned out great for us."
Kent C., Car Donation - Temecula, CA

2001 Ford Focus Wagon
Kitten Rescue got more value
"Wow, that's amazing! I'm grateful that this was a hassle-free process for us."
Tom L., Car Donation - Los Angeles, CA
1996 Honda Civic
Animal Friends Rescue Project got more value
"After 15 months in the back yard, it's great you could still get so much for Animal Friends Rescue
and for me."
Francesca A., Car Donation - Salina, CA