LEWISBURG - The American Red Cross has a new slogan for the summer: "Don't park it. Donate it."
Through its vehicle donation program, there is renewed hope that families, businesses and individuals who may be harboring a jalopy or two could turn them into a monetary donation to support the services provided by the American Red Cross.
SUN (Snyder, Union and Northumberland) Chapter director Tom Szulanczyk said the program is easy and efficient and allows for a tax credit to donors who wish to participate.
"We see this as a great fundraiser for our organization and an easy way for folks to rid themselves of an unwanted car, truck, van, motorcycle or even a boat," Szulanczyk said.
In addition to those vehicles, the Red Cross can also accept tractors, RVs and jet skis. Anyone who has a vehicle to donate can simply call the Red Cross at (855) 927-2227. Information is also available at www.recross.org.
Arrangements will be made for pick-up of the vehicle at a time that works best for the donor and at no cost. Red Cross partners who take care of this aspect of the donation process will then sell it on their behalf and donate the proceeds to the organization. Following the completion of the transaction, donors will receive a receipt for tax purposes.
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers that provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from caring individuals and, in part, by contributions given through the United Way.