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The Ocean Institute, founded in 1977, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100,000 children, teachers, parents, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. They are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science, Maritime History and Outdoor Education programs.  The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center, two historic tall ships, and an oceanographic research vessel. Immersion-based field trips range from one-hour science labs to multi-day programs at sea and at the Lazy W Ranch, in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains. All programs are designed to maximize immersion, spark curiosity, and inspire a deep commitment to learning. A car donation to Ocean Institute supports their mission to use the ocean as a classroom and inspire children to learn!

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What are our donors saying?

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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

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1996 Chevrolet 1500 Extra Cab

Saddleback Valley Community Church got more value

"I've been trying to sell the car on my own, but at one point I just needed this car gone. I'm very pleased that I could help my church and get a tax deduction."

Jay, S., Truck Donation - Laguna Beach, CA

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2002 VW Passat 

Biola University got more value

“So fast and efficient. A much better deal than from my dealership. Plus, I’m helping needy students!”

Katherine H., Car Donation - Orange County, CA

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2002 Buick Rendezvous

Habitat for Humanity got more value

"All my questions were answered, you were very helpful. Thanks for making it so easy."

Dwight N., Car Donation - Temecula, CA

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2004 Golf Car

Wounded Warrior Project got more value

"If there was a survey I'd give Cars2Charities a 10!"

Glenn, H., Golf Car Donation - Kingman, AZ

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2001 GMC Safari

Saddleback Valley Community Church got more value

"I've donated cars before but it hasn't always been this easy. I tried to sell this vehicle myself and had some bad experiences--so I went with Cars2Charities and they made it so easy and simple.
I'll probably go with C2C again."

Phillip S., Van Donation - Mission Viejo, CA

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2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Humane Society got more value

"I'm pleased with how fast I was able to donate my car. And the sale price!"

Robert F., SUV Donation - Anaheim, CA

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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

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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

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2004 Toyota Solara

Animal Friends Rescue Project got more value

"Thanks for the quick service, just as promised!"

Regan C., Car Donation - Salinas, CA

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