TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Cars For Disabled Veterans – DVEN (Disabled Veterans Empowerment Network)
Last Updated: January 17, 2026

Welcome to disabledvetscardonation.org (the “Website”), operated by DVEN (Disabled Veterans Empowerment Network), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 99-5053861). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our Website and any donations or contributions made through it. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please refrain from using our Website.

1. ELIGIBILITY

By using this Website or making a vehicle donation, you represent and warrant that:

– You are at least 18 years of age;
– You are the legal registered owner of any vehicle you donate, or you are legally authorized to donate the vehicle on behalf of the registered owner;
– The vehicle you are donating is free of any liens, loans, or legal encumbrances that would prevent a valid title transfer, unless otherwise disclosed to and accepted by DVEN in advance; and
– All information you provide to us is accurate, complete, and current.

2. WEBSITE USAGE

License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, and non-transferable license to access and use the Website for personal and non-commercial purposes.

Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to use the Website for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose, nor to engage in any activity that could harm, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or interfere with any other party’s use of the Website. This includes but is not limited to:

– Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website or its related systems
– Introducing viruses, malware, or other harmful code
– Scraping, harvesting, or collecting user data without our express consent
– Impersonating any person or entity or misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity

3. VEHICLE DONATION TERMS

3.1 Donation Process

By submitting a vehicle donation request through our Website, by phone, or by any other means, you agree to donate the described vehicle to DVEN free of charge. Donations are irrevocable once the vehicle has been picked up and title has been transferred.

3.2 Vehicle Condition and Acceptance

Vehicles are accepted on an “as-is” basis. DVEN reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to decline or cancel acceptance of any vehicle donation for any reason, including but not limited to title issues, liens, or legal complications. DVEN makes no representation or warranty regarding how a donated vehicle will be used, disposed of, or sold.

3.3 Title Transfer

You are responsible for providing a properly signed and valid certificate of title at the time of vehicle pickup. Failure to provide a clear and transferable title may result in cancellation of the donation and return of the vehicle to you at your expense. DVEN is not responsible for any fees, fines, or legal issues that arise from your failure to properly transfer title.

3.4 Donor Responsibilities After Pickup

After your vehicle is picked up, you are responsible for:

– Notifying your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) of the transfer or sale of the vehicle
– Canceling or transferring your vehicle registration as required by your state
– Canceling any auto insurance coverage on the donated vehicle
– Removing all personal property from the vehicle prior to pickup

DVEN is not responsible for any parking tickets, tolls, fines, or other charges incurred on the vehicle after the scheduled pickup date.

3.5 Pickup and Scheduling

We offer free vehicle towing and pickup. After you submit a donation request, our team will contact you to coordinate pickup scheduling. While we strive to offer next-day or prompt pickup, specific timing is subject to availability and will be confirmed with you directly. We are not liable for delays caused by circumstances outside our reasonable control.

3.6 Use of Donated Vehicles

DVEN may sell, auction, recycle, or otherwise dispose of donated vehicles in any lawful manner it deems appropriate to support its charitable mission. Proceeds are used to support programs benefiting disabled veterans.

4. TAX DEDUCTIBILITY AND IRS COMPLIANCE

4.1 Nonprofit Status

DVEN is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions to DVEN may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

4.2 Tax Receipt

DVEN will provide you with the documentation required by the IRS for vehicle donation deductions, in accordance with IRS Publication 4303 (“A Donor’s Guide to Vehicle Donations”) and applicable law:

– If your donated vehicle sells for $500 or less, or is used directly by the charity, you may be eligible to deduct the vehicle’s fair market value up to $500, and DVEN will provide a written acknowledgment of your donation.
– If your donated vehicle sells for more than $500, DVEN is required to provide you with IRS Form 1098-C within 30 days of the sale. Your deduction will generally be limited to the gross proceeds of the sale.

4.3 No Tax Advice

DVEN does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice. The tax deductibility of your donation depends on your individual circumstances. You are solely responsible for determining the tax consequences of your donation. We strongly encourage you to consult a qualified tax professional or refer to IRS Publication 4303 and IRS Publication 526 (“Charitable Contributions”) before filing a tax claim related to your vehicle donation.

DVEN makes no guarantee regarding the tax benefit you will receive from your donation.

5. SMS/TEXT MESSAGING POLICY

5.1 Consent to Receive SMS Messages

By providing your mobile phone number through our Website, by phone, or by any other means, and by indicating your consent (including by submitting a form that references this consent), you agree and consent to receive autodialed or prerecorded calls and SMS/text messages from DVEN, its affiliates, and authorized agents at the mobile number you provided. Consent is not a condition of making a donation or receiving any service from DVEN. You may revoke this consent at any time as described below.

You provide consent to receive SMS when you:

– Submit a form on our website that includes a phone number and references consent to receive messages;
– Contact us by phone or SMS and provide your mobile number for communication; or
– Otherwise provide your mobile number and indicate you would like to receive updates or information.

5.2 Message Frequency and Content

The number of SMS messages you receive may vary. We will send messages pertinent to your interactions with us, which may include:

– Donation confirmations and receipt notifications
– Pickup scheduling and appointment reminders
– Account updates or service-related notifications
– Promotional or informational messages (where permitted)

5.3 Opt-Out and Support

Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying “STOP” to any message you receive from us. After opting out, you will no longer receive marketing or promotional texts, though we may still send critical transactional or service-related messages where permitted by law.

Help: For assistance or additional information about our SMS program, reply “HELP” or contact us directly at (877) 956-0956 or support@disabledvetscardonation.org.

5.4 Carrier Fees

Standard message and data rates may apply from your mobile carrier. Please check with your service provider for details on any charges that may apply. DVEN is not responsible for any fees charged by your carrier.

6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of DVEN or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. We grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to view and use this content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

Restrictions: You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any content from this Website without our prior written consent, except as incidentally necessary to use the Website for its intended purpose.

7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND ADVERTISING

The Website may include links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of any third-party websites, and a link does not constitute an endorsement.

We use third-party advertising technologies, including Google Ads and the Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram), to deliver and measure advertising campaigns. These services may collect information about your visits to our Website. For details on how these technologies are used and how you can opt out, please review our Privacy Policy at disabledvetscardonation.org/privacy-policy.

8. DISCLAIMERS

No Warranty: The Website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without any representations or warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not guarantee that the Website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information provided on the Website. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.

No Tax Guarantee: As noted in Section 4, DVEN does not guarantee any specific tax outcome from a vehicle donation. Tax laws are subject to change.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, DVEN, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and service providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses, arising out of or in connection with:

– Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Website
– Any conduct or content of any third party on the Website
– Any content obtained from the Website
– Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content
– The donation process, vehicle pickup, title transfer, or tax consequences of your donation

This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, and even if DVEN has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability for certain damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

10. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DVEN, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, agents, and successors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:

– Your access to or use of the Website
– Your violation of these Terms
– Your vehicle donation, including any title defects, liens, or failure to transfer registration
– Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
– Any claim that your submission of information or content infringes any third-party rights

11. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

These Terms and any dispute arising from your use of the Website or your donation are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. You agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Orange County, California, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

California Residents: If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under California consumer protection laws. Nothing in these Terms is intended to waive rights you may have under California law that cannot be waived by contract.

12. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

We reserve the right to change or modify these Terms at any time. We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page when we make changes. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any modifications are posted signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

13. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or if modification is not possible, it will be severed from these Terms. The remaining provisions of these Terms will continue in full force and effect.

14. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy (disabledvetscardonation.org/privacy-policy) and any other legal notices published by DVEN on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and DVEN concerning your use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements, representations, and understandings of any kind between you and DVEN relating to this subject matter.

15. WAIVER

Our failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of DVEN.

16. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at:

DVEN – Disabled Veterans Empowerment Network
Email: support@disabledvetscardonation.org
Phone: (877) 956-0956
Main Website: disabledvetscardonation.org