Purple Heart relies on donations from people like you. After you donate clothing and housewares through GreenDrop, we then sell those items to raise usable funds that support Purple Heart’s mission to support veterans and their families throughout the nation.

How do I get a Purple Heart for my car?

The Purple Heart® car donation process has never been easier.

1. Call or complete the 90-second online form. Have your vehicle title ready for quick & easy processing.
2. A vehicle tow service will call to arrange your pick-up.
3. If your vehicle sells for $500 or more, you’ll receive an IRS tax receipt via mail.

How do you get a car from the mother’s waddle?

The process of giving your car to Mother Waddles is fast, easy and does not cost you a dime.

1. Fill Out 1 Min Car Donation Form. We just need a little bit of information about the vehicle.
2. Schedule Your Free Pickup.
3. Get Your Tax Deduction.
4. Feel Good About Helping Others.

What is a Purple Heart worth?

They are sold for about $30 at a military base, and even though they are only meant for recipients looking for a replacement, often the sellers don’t ask for proof of eligibility.

Do Purple Heart veterans get free education?

The new GI Bill allows anyone who has received a Purple Heart on or after Sept. 11, 2001 to receive 100 percent of the benefits offered under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, which includes coverage of tuition costs at a public school’s in-state rate for 36 months and stipends for textbooks and housing.

What Purple Heart means?

The Purple Heart medal is presented to service members who have been wounded or killed as a result of enemy action while serving in the U.S. military. A Purple Heart is a solemn distinction and means a service member has greatly sacrificed themselves, or paid the ultimate price, while in the line of duty.

What does the CEO of Purple Heart make?

The Foundation’s highest-paid employee, CEO Steve Ruckman, did not respond to repeated requests for comment and emailed questions from Military Times. His compensation has increased over the years, from about $150,000 in 2010 to nearly $215,000 as of 2017, according to the tax filings.

Does Mother Waddles take cars that don’t run?

It doesn’t matter if the vehicle is running or not, our towing company can get your vehicle picked up as soon as possible. If you need an expedited pickup to remove the vehicle within 24 hours, we can also arrange for that.

How do you buy a car from Charity Motors?

Attend one of our auctions around the nation and find a car that suits you….How Does it Work?

1. WIC Card or any Government Assistance Program.
2. Medicaid Card.
3. SSDI or Social Security Disability Insurance Recipient Unemployed.
4. Full-Time Student.
5. Low Income (Making less than $38,685 per family of 5)