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Why Choose Kidney Car?

It’s not just a car—it’s the power to change a life.

Choosing Kidney Car is the fastest, easiest, and most trusted way to get rid of an unwanted vehicle. Your donation directly supports the 1 in 10 Canadians living with chronic kidney disease—bringing hope, improving care, and making a real difference. Turn your old car into something powerful.

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Hassle free way to get rid of your vehicle

Save time and money. No need for repairs, we accept all kinds of vehicles, running or not. We take it off your hands quickly, usually within 48 hours.

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Get a tax receipt now worth $700 or more!

You will receive a charitable tax receipt for your vehicle, and we will tow it away for FREE.

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Support kidney and transplant patients across Canada

Your vehicle donation makes a real difference—supporting thousands of Canadians living with kidney disease. It helps fund lifesaving programs like patient support, education, organ donation awareness, and groundbreaking medical research. Every donation drives hope forward.

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Trusted by donors for more than 30 years

For over 30 years, we've been Canada’s most trusted vehicle donation program—helping hundreds of generous donors every week turn their cars into meaningful change.

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Good for the environment

Vehicles donated to the program are 100% recycled or sold to be re-used.

Beyond car donations

Kidney Car accepts a wide variety of vehicles. Whether they are old, used, scrap or new, your vehicle can make a difference today.

Depending on your region, you can donate your car, truck, van, motorcycle, boat or SUV. To verify your eligibility, ensure you have selected the appropriate area, visit your region's FAQ section, or contact your local program.

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Parting with our old sedan wasn’t easy. That car had been with us through countless adventures—road trips across the country, spontaneous getaways, and seven unforgettable drives to Mexico. It even travelled the desert roads of Nevada. But when it came time to say goodbye, we wanted to do it with meaning. Our daughter, who serves on the Atlantic Branch board, often spoke about the incredible impact the program makes. Inspired by her passion, we decided to donate our vehicle through Kidney Car—and we’re so glad we did."

- Dave & Eleanor

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Eleanor, Dave, and their daughter Michelle

Support The Kidney Foundation of Canada

By donating your vehicle you’re helping The Kidney Foundation improve the lives of thousands of Canadians with kidney disease. Funds collected by the Kidney Car program support multiple programs and services that can guide and assist Canadians affected by kidney disease in different ways, including:

  • Short Term Financial Assistance

  • Living Organ Donor Expense Reimbursement

  • Summer Camps

  • Peer Support

  • Kidney Community Kitchen

Our Impact at a Glance

  • 100%
    All proceeds from vehicle donations stay in Canada to help kidney and transplant patients in the community.
  • $142M
    The Kidney Foundation of Canada has contributed more than $142 million to kidney research in Canada.
  • 500,000
    Since 1992, generous donors have given over 500,000 vehicles to support people with chronic kidney disease.
  • $1M
    In 2024, over $1M was provided in short-term financial assistance to kidney patients.