Yes. HEFT can accept many types of vehicle donations. Our highest-priority donations are hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles, other zero-emission vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and related clean transportation assets. Other donated vehicles may also support HEFT if they can be sold, with proceeds supporting our charitable work.

HEFT’s vehicle donation priorities are:

1. Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles

2. Other zero-emission vehicles

3. Hybrid vehicles

4. Other donated vehicles that can support HEFT through sale or liquidation

We are especially interested in vehicles that can support education, workforce readiness, clean transportation demonstration, public benefit, or hands-on learning.

Each vehicle is reviewed for mission fit, condition, title status, location, safety, and program needs.

Depending on the vehicle, HEFT may place it with an educational institution, nonprofit, public agency, workforce program, or other mission-aligned partner. HEFT may also use it for education, training, demonstration, or public benefit. Vehicles that are not a fit for direct program use may be sold, with proceeds supporting HEFT’s mission.

Not necessarily. Some vehicles may be a strong fit for direct education, workforce readiness, demonstration, or public-benefit placement. Others may be better suited for sale, with proceeds supporting HEFT’s charitable work.

HEFT reviews each proposed donation before accepting it and may decline a vehicle if it is not a responsible fit.

Possibly. Non-running vehicles may still be useful as training assets, educational tools, parts vehicles, or donations that can be sold to support HEFT.

Please tell us about the vehicle’s condition, location, title status, and any known mechanical or safety issues when you submit the donation inquiry.

Yes. HEFT welcomes inquiries about related transportation assets, including equipment, parts, diagnostic tools, training assets, fueling or charging equipment, educational materials, and other resources that may support HEFT’s mission.

No. Submitting the vehicle donation form starts the review process. It does not mean HEFT has accepted the donation.

HEFT may request additional information, documentation, photos, inspection, legal review, third-party processing, or a signed agreement before accepting any vehicle or related asset.

The donation form asks for basic information about the donor, the proposed donation, the vehicle or asset, condition, title status, location, documentation, and any known restrictions.

Helpful information may include photos, VIN, title status, odometer reading, maintenance records, accident history, known mechanical issues, and whether the vehicle can be safely driven or transported.

Yes. HEFT needs to understand whether the vehicle is legally transferable and whether there are any liens, loans, leases, security interests, restrictions, or other issues that could affect donation or use.

If you are unsure about the title or lien status, please explain that in the form.

It depends on the vehicle, location, condition, and donation pathway. Some vehicles may be delivered by the donor. Others may need towing or professional transportation.

HEFT will review transportation needs as part of the donation process.

Hydrogen Energy Foundation Trust is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Vehicle donations to HEFT may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

HEFT does not provide tax, legal, accounting, or appraisal advice. Please consult your tax advisor or accountant regarding your specific situation.

No. HEFT does not determine, verify, or guarantee the value of donated vehicles or related assets.

If you plan to claim a charitable deduction, you are responsible for determining and documenting the value of your donation according to applicable IRS rules.

For vehicle donations or other in-kind gifts with a claimed value greater than $5,000, donors may be responsible for obtaining a qualified appraisal and providing required IRS documentation, including IRS Form 8283 when applicable.

HEFT may acknowledge receipt of the donation and sign donor-provided tax forms when appropriate, but HEFT does not determine or verify the value of the donation.

You may share preferences or information that could help HEFT evaluate the donation. However, HEFT must make independent decisions about whether to accept a vehicle and how it may be used, placed, sold, or managed.

HEFT cannot accept restrictions that are inconsistent with its mission, charitable status, operational capacity, safety needs, or public-benefit responsibilities.

Complete the vehicle donation inquiry form and tell us as much as you can about the vehicle or transportation asset you would like to donate.