2023-08-30 12:07
The NSPCC has greatly benefitted through the Giveacar scheme and we would like to thank each and every one of the donors who have chosen the NSPCC to benefit through their participation in t… Read More
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2023-08-30 12:06
So far, we have received an amazing £37,947.11 through Giveacar donations. Today, 771 million people don’t have clean water close to home and 1.7 billion people don’t have… Read More
2023-08-30 12:06
We have been absolutely delighted to take part in the Giveacar scheme. We have had several cars donated to us through this scheme and it provides us with an additional way to riase very much… Read More
2023-08-30 12:06
Giveacar is a fantastic, innovative way for people to donate to Cancer Research UK. We are hugely grateful to Giveacar for all the amazing donations we have received. With Giveacar’s h… Read More
2023-08-30 12:05
We’re so pleased to be working with Giveacar, to provide an easy and efficient way for everyone who’s passionate about mental health to support Mind. Over the years we’ve r… Read More
2023-01-24 09:47
It’s not often we receive 34 year old vehicles so when we do we love to find out the history behind it and the reason for selling!
“Initially I tried the Vauxhall Cavaliers owner… Read More
2022-12-20 16:14
Wishing all of our donors and charities a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. What an incredible year its been for giving to charity and we look forward to what 2023 will bring!
We have a… Read More
2022-07-22 09:30
Donating your car is a hassle free way of getting rid of your unwanted vehicle.
This year alone we have already turned close to 700 vehicles into cash for Charity!
300 different charities in… Read More
2022-07-15 10:32
Suicide Crisis is our current featured charity.
The charity’s founder is a survivor of suicidal crisis. She set up the charity in 2012 because she couldn’t find the type of help… Read More
2022-06-16 14:49
Thanks to your donations going to SpecialEffect you have helped support people like Brenda:
Brenda’s overjoyed to be back playing the game she’s loved for over 30 years thanks to… Read More
2022-06-01 08:10
Thursday, 2nd of June 2022, Her Majesty The Queen will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service. She is a true inspiration and we hope you a… Read More
2022-05-05 12:45
May bank holiday weekend, we had the honour of sponsoring The Twin Town Challenge 2022 which is a fun charity car rally whereby teams buy a cheap car and pimp their ride however they like!
T… Read More
2022-04-22 08:00
At Giveacar we’ve made scrap car recycling easy. Providing an even more ethical way to recycle your car. We guarantee at least 95% of your scrap car is recycled. A great opti… Read More
2022-04-01 18:28
SpecialEffect are an award-winning charity that enables people with physical disabilities to benefit from the fun and inclusion of video games and leisure technology. They support people of… Read More
2022-03-24 13:34
As we enter our final week with Action Medical Research as our featured charity we take a look at what your donations will support:
Selecting the very best projects and research with… Read More
2022-02-28 07:00
Danny was diagnosed with Hunter syndrome when he was three years old, having had a history of developmental delay. Tragically, tests would find that he had the worst possible outlook –… Read More
2022-02-22 07:00
Aged just eight and previously healthy, Beatrice endured the terrifying effects of autoimmune encephalitis – a rare type of brain inflammation. This caused her to lose the ability to w… Read More
2022-02-04 07:00
When Joey was just four years old he became unwell, experiencing acid reflux after suffering retching and headaches, lethargy and difficulty walking. After being seen by specialists, Joey&rs&hell…Read More
2021-12-31 07:00
2021 has seen some record milestones for Giveacar. We hit a total of £4million raised for UK charities since the organisation began. And in October, we saw our largest ever month for d… Read More
2021-11-25 07:00
Around 1.5 million people in the UK have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF). Thirty years ago, you’d only receive treatment for it if you experienced symptoms like palpitatio… Read More
2021-11-04 07:00
Familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH) is an inherited condition which causes very high levels of cholesterol in the blood from birth. If left untreated, the build-up of cholesterol can clog u… Read More
2021-10-16 06:00
In the 1960s more than 7 out of 10 heart attacks in the UK were fatal, but thanks to research, there’s been a revolution in how we treat heart attacks and today at least 7 out of 10 pe… Read More
2021-10-04 06:00
It’s World Animal Day and we are highlighting a charity who recently registered to start receiving car donations. Soi Dog Foundation’s mission is to improve the welfare of d… Read More
2021-10-01 06:00
For our last charity feature of the year we are delighted to be working with the British Heart Foundation and turning your vehicles into donations for them. We’ll be aiming to raise … Read More
2021-08-25 08:00
Liam, aged 22, has a mild learning disability and autism. After finishing college, he was put in touch with Mencap’s employment team in September 2019 where he was given a place on the… Read More
2021-08-16 04:00
Rainforest Trust’s mission for over 30 years has been to prevent the destruction of rainforests and other tropical habitat through the creation of protected areas. We’ve already… Read More
2021-08-04 08:45
Giveacar has raised £4 million for charity
Today, we are celebrating having raised £4 million from the donation of vehicles to UK charities. This milestone is a major accomplishm… Read More
2021-07-29 09:00
3 Top Tips For Buying a Second-hand Car
Most of us know buying a used car to be a tricky business. There’s a range of pitfalls to negotiate whether you buy from a local dealer, private… Read More
2021-07-16 08:00
We were so excited when we got news we were having another little boy. My son Lucas was over the moon when he found out he would have a little brother to play with. When Taylor was born, we… Read More
2021-07-01 08:21
Our feature with Crohn’s & Colitis UK has now come to end. But don’t worry you can still donate your vehicle’s in support of them. We received 19 vehicle donations duri… Read More
2021-07-01 08:00
For our third feature charity of the year we are delighted to be working with Mencap and turning your vehicles into donations for them. We’ll be aiming to raise £5,000 in suppor… Read More
2021-06-25 06:00
In June 2020, we were lucky enough to be the feature charity for Giveacar, and since then, 17 individuals have gifted their cars for our cause, raising a fantastic £3,750. This has mad… Read More
2021-06-09 06:00
Hilary Living with Crohn’s
In the 1970’s, Crohn’s was little known outside the medical profession. This is the year that our volunteer and supporter, Hilary, rece… Read More
2021-06-02 10:50
This article was composed by Marcus Rockey from CarVeto, a popular vehicle check service for private motorists buying or selling a used vehicle and checking its history. Visit their website… Read More
2021-05-15 07:00
Thanks to Giveacar, we were able to raise £15,541 through donated cars last year for vital dementia research. Giveacar’s support means more to us than ever, since people with de… Read More
2021-05-06 05:00
Later this month it will be World IBD Day, take a look below to see what our feature charity, Crohn’s & Colitis UK have planned.
World IBD Day takes place on the 19th May every yea… Read More
2021-04-28 06:00
Back in July 2020, Guide Dogs were one of our feature charities and they were also the most donated to charity during the year! Your car donations raised £17,451.10 in support of their… Read More
2021-04-18 08:35
Chloe lives with Crohn’s and knows the value of being supported by those around her, especially her partner, Ben. However, it wasn’t always easy for Chloe to be open about her co… Read More
2021-04-01 06:00
The focus of our second three-month charity feature for the year is….. Crohn’s & Colitis UK. The UK’s leading charity for Crohn’s and Colitis.
Crohn’s Dis… Read More
2021-03-31 09:48
Our feature with The ME Association has now come to end. Although you can still of course donate in support of them. We received 14 vehicle donations during the feature and raised over &poun&hell…Read More
2021-03-18 09:00
Back in October 2020, as part of our smaller charity focus, we featured Target Ovarian Cancer. Your car donations raised £1,250.55 in support of their work to improve early diagnosis… Read More
2021-03-07 00:00
From the start of the pandemic, the ME Association has been building up a library of free information about Covid-19, its impact on people with ME/CFS and the close similarities some types o… Read More
2021-02-26 11:00
Below, our feature charity for February and March, ME Association, have shared one of the projects they are supporting. Read on to see how they are aiming to create the world’s biggest… Read More
2021-02-05 09:14
A New Charity Feature For February And March
In a slight change of plans, we have a new featured charity for February and March! ME Association provide information, support, and practical ad… Read More
2021-01-28 14:41
Andrew, one of our recent donors, tells us below about his experience in donating a car in support of Cats Protection. And, introduces us to two furry friends who were cleverly purr-suasive… Read More
2021-01-28 10:20
Giveacar has won a coveted National Recycling Award.
The results of the National Recycling Awards were revealed on 27 January during a virtual ceremony where the recycling sector’s lea… Read More
2021-01-05 09:00
Our First Charity For The Year
This year we are introducing some changes to our focus months. Instead of having a new featured charity each month, four charities across the year will feature… Read More
2020-12-31 10:00
Throughout 2020 and despite two lockdowns we have maintained our car donation service with limited interruptions. As more charities adapt to new ways of fundraising and, donors look at alter… Read More
2020-10-23 15:05
On the 8th April 2019, Transport for London (TFL) implemented the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) which aims to reduce the levels of pollution within London improve air quality. The scheme is… Read More
2020-10-20 15:19
MotaClarity is a UK-based specialist disability motoring website that aims to be the first-place people with a disability and carers go to when they need to search for information, advice, a… Read More
2019-11-18 14:52
Centre: Shoreham Breed: Collie Cross (Border) Age: 5 to 7 Years Sex: MaleLikesShep is a sweet chap with a sensitive side. It will take him time to build trust in new people, but after allowi… Read More
2019-11-18 14:51
Centre: London (Harefield) Breed: Jack Russell Terrier (JRT) Age: 8 and over Sex: MaleLikesLittle Bobby is a sensitive boy who has a lot of love to give. He really enjoys his food and treats… Read More
2019-11-18 14:48
Centre: Merseyside Breed: A Crossbreed Age: 2 to 5 Years Sex: MaleLikesBarney is a lively 4-year-old boy who is bursting with energy and is raring to go. He’s a lover of plastic bottle… Read More
2019-11-18 14:48
Centre: Basildon Breed: Jack Russell Terrier (JRT) Age: 0 to 6 Months Sex: FemaleLikesAda is a beautiful young lady looking for her forever home. As she’s still learning the ropes, her… Read More
2019-11-18 14:48
Centre: Loughborough Breed: Jack Russell Terrier (JRT) Age: 1 to 2 Years Sex: MaleLikesRiley is a lively young chap with bags of energy to bring to an adventurous and thrill-seeking family!… Read More
2019-11-12 11:35
It seems as though fortune was my friend on the day the most mischievous, speediest and waggliest hound of them all came bounding through the front door. With a bright white coat, orange ear… Read More
2019-11-04 12:24
Since their inception, Dogs Trust have strived to create a better world where no dog dies from unnecessary destruction, which is why they make sure to never put a healthy dog to sleep. Like… Read More
2019-07-05 13:05
The family car; a monument to the mid M5 ruckus on journeys down to Cornwall, the chosen carriage to ferry children from playground to party, and the weapon of choice for afternoon supermark… Read More
2019-07-02 14:37
Stuck for fundraising ideas?Not for much longer! We’ve done the hard yards for you and brain stormed 151 great fundraising ideas that you can use to make money for your favourite chari… Read More
2019-06-07 13:41
An oak tree at the top of the field, longstanding and withered in its silhouette, it has remained a figurehead of longevity and comfort to the whole family as it seemingly cloaks us with its… Read More
2019-05-23 13:31
What Is the V5C?Your vehicles V5C Registration Certificate is the linking document between yourself and the DVLA and holds key information on your vehicle including its registration date, ma… Read More
2019-05-17 13:28
Raise money for a charity your loved one supported. Their old car can be auctioned or scrapped by Giveacar’s ATF and auction partners to help individuals the charity supports.Many of o… Read More
2019-05-15 12:00
The Man that Cast No ShadowAs someone who has lived a seemingly sheltered life, it might shock some to hear of the daily struggles I experience. Grief, anger and loneliness, these are the cr… Read More
2019-05-01 10:50
Do I need to SORN my car?If you wish to take your vehicle off the road, you’ll need to inform the DVLA with a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN). You may wish to SORN your vehicle… Read More
2019-04-03 10:36
What is it?Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological disorder characterised by tremors, stiffness, slowness of movement and balance problems. Other symptoms include mood changes, loss… Read More
2019-03-12 12:11
Ultra-Low Emission Zone: What You Need to KnowOn the 8th April 2019 Transport for London will initialise their Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) which aims to reduce the levels of pollution wit… Read More
2019-01-31 16:05
Hello readers, I’m Tracey – Giveacar’s Administration Executive. I wanted to share my experience of a visit to Children with Cancer in December. All things considered… Read More
2018-12-19 16:09
GiveaCar is supporting Crisis, the national charity for homeless people. Through life-changing employment, housing and wellbeing services, they support people who are rough sleeping, or livi… Read More
2018-11-14 12:02
It is that time of year again BBC Children in Need will be gracing our screens. The Annual telethon will be showing this Friday 16th November.
The first ever broadcast was back in 1980 and s… Read More
2018-11-05 15:06
You may be thinking how purchasing a vehicle on your credit card could benefit a charity!
This relates to the section 75 of the new Consumer Credit Act, which states that the credit card pro… Read More
2018-10-30 12:00
Katharine & Tom tragically lost their daughter Matilda when she was born at just 24 weeks. But they went on to have Raphael thanks to the care of the Tommy’s research centre at St… Read More
2018-10-30 12:00
Katharine & Tom tragically lost their daughter Matilda when she was born at just 24 weeks. Tommy’s research centre at St Thomas’ Hospital which is supported by Giveacar went… Read More
2018-10-23 15:55
In the UK, 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss. Tommy’s think this is unacceptable and are striving to change it. By choosing to donate to Tommy’s through Giveacar, you’re helpi… Read More
2018-10-12 10:55
Clare & Rob suffered the heartbreak of losing 5 babies. They had Lyla thanks to the care of the Tommy’s Manchester centre Rainbow Clinic. Tommy’s gave us back our lives, than… Read More
2018-10-12 10:55
Clare & Rob suffered the heartbreak of losing 5 babies. They had Lyla thanks to the care of the Tommy’s Manchester centre Rainbow Clinic.
Clare, 40, and husband Rob, 41, from Manc… Read More
2018-09-04 15:54
“When a community gets clean water for the first time, it creates a powerful ripple, saving lives and improving people’s health, education and livelihoods. That’s the water… Read More
2018-08-20 08:18
Day 14
We awoke bright and early and got ready but had to wait for around half an hour until we were picked up. The bus took us to a remote hillside where we waited for another hour. We were… Read More
2018-08-17 07:15
Day 12
We arose quite early for our complimentary breakfast which consisted of bread, butter, cheese, jams etc. We were all reasonably satisfied, and we packed the cars not long after to tra… Read More
2018-08-15 12:11
Day 11
In the morning we saw our surroundings in the light for the first time and it was quite impressive. We cooked breakfast and then went on our way. Fortunately, the difficult terrain wa… Read More
2018-08-10 12:13
Day 9
We awoke from a good night’s sleep in our luxury cabins and drove straight to the Romanian coast. We arrived at some very nice camping grounds called Sandalandala near the Bulgar… Read More
2018-08-03 14:15
We are supporting 2 lads in the Mongol rally as they drive through 25 countries for 200 hours in a 20-year-old scrap car donated by us here at Giveacar.
If you have been following our update… Read More
2018-08-03 08:00
GiveACar has teamed up with Protimos, our new featured charity, to raise awareness for a small Tanzanian community facing forced eviction. Protimos is a charity specialising in legal empower… Read More
2018-08-01 12:12
Day 8
We woke up to a sign in front of our car and tent (see picture) clearly stating no cars or tents, we had missed it on arrival. But it was all fine and we set off with our fellow rallie… Read More
2018-07-30 11:14
Day 7
We woke up and headed out in to Budapest, visiting the grand palace, the Budapest history museum, various churches and the parliament building. We had lunch in a typical Hungarian pub… Read More
2018-07-27 11:00
Day 6
The morning after the launch party was a difficult one as we had to hurriedly pack it things away after a wake up call from a megaphone. Upon waking we reached for the water only to di… Read More
2018-07-25 14:38
Day 4
We started the day off right with a bacon sausage and egg fry up and then set off for Prague via Berlin. The day’s events were fairly minimal as we ended up driving most of the d… Read More
2018-07-23 08:00
Day 3
Started off poorly as our car wouldn’t start. We quickly discovered this was because John had left the headlights on all night. However we relished the opportunity to look like… Read More
2018-07-20 10:00
Day 2
We had a late start to the following day and so we decided to have brunch in Antwerp before leaving for our next destination. We stumbled upon a restaurant called B-but which ser… Read More
2018-07-17 14:46
Day 1
There were a fair few frantic last-minute errands to be run before our departure on Tuesday night. Ensuring we had copies of all our visas and documents and obtaining an international… Read More
2018-06-29 11:15
Preparations for our Mongol Rally are still under way and unfortunately they are not without a few bumps and hiccups. We have now sent our application for a visa for every country required o… Read More
2018-06-29 11:10
I recently had a discussion with a young lady suffering from mental health problems and realised how difficult it is to get help and support for teenagers and young adults.
Trying to get he… Read More
2018-06-14 14:18
The Lamphey Lads have courageously decided to take part in the greatest motoring adventure on the planet, The Mongol Rally. This consists of 13,000 miles, 200 hours of driving across 25 coun… Read More
2017-10-16 13:29
How car donation works
Giveacar is a not for profit social enterprise that can turn your old car into cash for (insert charity name.) They will arrange free collection from your home at time… Read More
2017-10-04 14:38
ROHINGYA EMERGENCY APPEAL
In recent weeks, half a million people – mostly Rohingya women and children – have fled violence in Myanmar’s Rakhine state.
They are seeking refu… Read More
2016-05-14 12:02
The 25th April 2016 marked the one-year anniversary of the devastating Earthquake that hit Nepal where thousands were killed and millions of people across Nepal were left homeless, including… Read More
2016-03-22 11:01
Over the last 12 months, ABF The Soldiers’ Charity has been one of our feature charities. It has been a great success and we have thoroughly enjoyed working with them. We are very prou… Read More
2016-02-22 11:40
Today marks the day of Earth Day , which is a day to celebrate the planet and all the wonderful natural things that it’s made up of.
Earth Day first began in 1970, making this year i… Read More
2016-01-31 15:15
Over the last 12 months British Heart Foundation have been a feature charity with Giveacar. It has been a great success, the partnership helped raise awareness about the great work that th… Read More
2015-12-16 16:29
Get down to The Prince of Wales this Sunday to support Brixton Soup Kitchen's Christmas Showcase & Party Fundraiser. Brixton Soup Kitchen are raising funds for their Hats, Scarves and Sl… Read More
2015-12-16 16:29
Get down to The Prince of Wales this Sunday to support Brixton Soup Kitchen's Christmas Showcase & Party Fundraiser. Brixton Soup Kitchen are raising funds for their Hats, Scarves and Sl… Read More
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