How does it work?

Simply fill out our on-line submission form telling us about the timeshare you wish to donate and we will do all the work. Once we receive your submission form we will assess the property and determine if it has sufficient market value. You will hear from us within two to three business days. Once a property is deemed acceptable, Donate for a Cause deeds the property into its name, sells it, and the proceeds are given to charity.

What if you don't live in the US?

Non-US residents are welcome to donate timeshares to any of our listed charities. However, if you are interested in receiving a tax write-off for this donation in your home country you must first consult a tax advisor in your country and find out if this donation would qualify for a write-off.

How do you get your tax write-off?

Upon transfer of ownership of your timeshare, we will send you a receipt as proof of your donation which you can then use to qualify for a tax write-off. Once you receive your receipt, you should discuss its use with your accountant (or whomever you use for tax advice). You can also review the IRS web site regarding charitable donations at www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p526.pdf (PDF).

Do I have to pay my maintenance fees for next year?

All donors are responsible for keeping their account current throughout the donation process. If the process is completed and the usage is still available you will receive a tax deductible receipt in the amount of the fees for that use year.

What are my duties during the donation process?

Your duties include filling out all of the necessary paperwork (provided by our donation specialists), keeping your account current with the resort (i.e. taxes. Maintenance fees, and special assessments paid in full), and signing the new deed once we send it to you.

How do I get my charitable tax deduction?

As soon as we transfer the ownership of your timeshare we will send you all of the necessary documents for your donation.

How much will my Donation Receipt be for?

It is up to you to determine the fair market value of your donation. We will send you a receipt which describes the donated property and you write in the value. We offer appraisals from a licensed third party, should you require one. Please contact our donation specialists for more information regarding the appraisal of your timeshare.

What are the costs for me to donate my timeshare?

For properties that do not meet our acceptance standards, we do offer a fee based, guaranteed program. Our donation specialists will explain this program to you, should your property fall into this category. In addition, if we have to request a deed from the county (due to a lost deed) there is a $25 charge. Also, if we have to draft an Affidavit of Death (if the deeded owner has passed away) there is a $75 charge plus recording fees.

How long will this process take?

Typically, transfers of property take between 8-12 weeks. This timeframe does not include the amount of time that the resorts and/or counties may take to complete the process.

How does the process work?

First, you will need to fill out the form on the right side of this page and click submit..

Once we receive your information, a donation specialist will contact you within 3-5 business days to discuss your donation.

If we are able to proceed with your timeshare, we will then request the additional documentation and begin the donation process.

You will receive a new deed (or necessary transfer documents), which needs to be signed and returned. The property will then be liquidated, and you will receive all of the tax receipts necessary to claim your deductions.

How can I contact someone to discuss my donation?

You can reach us Toll-Free at 877-8-A-CAUSE (877-822-2873) or find our contact information here.

Why was my donation rejected?

All properties offered for donation will undergo a four week market analysis whereby the value of the property will be estimated. No property will be accepted for donation if the market analysis concludes that the property can not be sold for a profit within a three week period. Donate For A Cause reserves the right to reject any property offered for donation for the above stated or any other reason it deems appropriate.

What is a Right of First Refusal (ROFR)

The right reserved by some resorts to take the position of a buyer in a contract to purchase one of their timeshares. If the resort elects to purchase the property they must buy it at the same price and conditions as stated in the contract.

What is Title Insurance?

A contract by which a private title insurance company agrees to pay the insured a specified amount for any loss caused by defects of title to real estate, wherein the insured has an interest as purchaser, mortgagee, or otherwise. See this page for more information.