Donor thank-you

The Free Hotel Stay, In Plain Terms

Donors are eligible for a free hotel stay as a thank-you for the donation. It is a hotel stay — room rate only. It is not a trip, a vacation, or a getaway, and we do not describe it that way.

Full terms

  • Room rate only — the donor pays all taxes and fees.
  • Activate the stay within 7 days of receiving it.
  • Travel must be completed within 18 months.
  • Recipient must be 21 or older.
  • One free hotel stay per household per 12 months.

What is and is not covered

Covered: the room rate for the stay. Not covered: taxes, resort fees, and any other fees charged by the property; travel to and from the hotel; meals; parking; incidentals. The donor is responsible for those costs and for booking within the activation and travel windows above.

How to claim it

Complete the donation — start online or call 855-500-RIDE, then let the tow operator pick the vehicle up. Once the donation is complete, the stay is issued to the donor and must be activated within 7 days of receipt. Availability and participating properties are set by the fulfillment provider, and blackout dates may apply.

Consult your tax advisor. Vehicles over $500 receive IRS Form 1098-C from the processor.

Donate a car, claim your stay

Free tow pickup, running or not, and a free hotel stay for the donor.