The easy way to donate a house.
No Cost. Simple Process. Maximum Tax Deduction.
Eliminate the hassle
Get rid of your unwanted building with our simple donation process.
Reduce your expenses
Save on costly violations, taxes & fees for a building you don’t need.
Save on your taxes
Receive a tax deduction for the appraised value of your property.
Donate in a few steps
Submit the online form with some basic info about your building.
We’ll review the property to determine if our charity can accept it.
We’ll take care of the paperwork & mail closing documents over for you to sign.
Recent home donations
Hundreds of satisfied donors.
Hundreds of satisfied donors.
We accept building donations nationwide
Single & Multi Family Homes
Whether moving, retiring or any other reason, donating may be a great option. Benefit from a tax deduction equal to the value of your home.
Investment Homes
When an investment doesn’t pan out, La Pets Alive can facilitate a quick, smooth transfer, while removing the headache & stress that comes along with it.
Inherited Homes
Avoid the hassle of maintaining or selling an inherited property. Save on capital gains tax while supporting a great cause.
Your donation helps Pets
32,000+
lives touched
180+
networked schools
30+
after school locations
Frequently asked questions
Donating a building does not have to be a long ordeal. If all papers are in order and the title is clear of issues, the donation process typically takes between 3-6 weeks, from initial contact through closing.
We may be able to accept a building with a lien on it, but every property needs a separate evaluation. Please fill out this form and we’ll get back to you within 1 business day to discuss your situation.
Yes, we most certainly do accept donations of buildings that are in less than ideal condition.
Yes, we can accept tenant-occupied properties. We’ll need some information on the tenant(s) to complete the donation.
La Pets Alive will pay all closing and recording fees. In order to receive your tax deduction, you’ll need a current appraisal on the property. According to IRS regulations, tax deduction is based on a current property appraisal. If you already have a current appraisal, you do not need to get another one.
Yes, Kars4Pets can work with the board to facilitate the transfer.
As a general rule, you can claim the FULL appraised value of the donated building. Consult your tax advisor for details.
At La Pets Alive, our team of specialists review each building donation offer we receive, to ensure that the charity can benefit from the donation. We analyze a variety of different factors to maximize the potential of every building donation.
La Pets Alive assesses each property, and based on the condition, location, and other factors, may hold it, or resell to generate profits for our charity.
No. We will mail you all the necessary documents for you to sign.
We've helped hundreds of people donate their property.
Let’s discuss if donating a building is right for you.
We’ll contact you within 1 business day.