With Rev Up Local in the St. Louis Metro, most donors get their car picked up in 24–48 hours after they contact us. You’ll spend about 2 minutes on a quick form or call, a coordinator will schedule your pickup within 1–2 business hours on weekdays, and your tow truck can often arrive the same day or within 2 business days. After your car is sold—usually 2–6 weeks after pickup—your IRS tax paperwork is mailed within 30 days. Plan on 2–8 weeks total from first contact to having your tax documents in hand.
Here in St. Louis, we know you don’t want a long, confusing process. That’s why we keep it simple for donors from South City and The Hill to Florissant, St. Charles, O’Fallon, Belleville, and Collinsville. You don’t need to repair, clean, or even move the car—we’ll tow it free from your driveway, garage, or lot. Our local team coordinates everything around your schedule, Monday through Saturday. You get a fast pickup, a cleared driveway, and tax benefits, while Heritage for the Blind uses the proceeds to support people who are blind or visually impaired.
Your complete donation timeline
Start your donation (online form or call)
2 minutesShare your contact info, basic vehicle details, and where the car is located in the St. Louis Metro—whether that’s in Soulard, Chesterfield, Arnold, or Granite City. No long questionnaires or uploads needed. Once you hit submit or finish the call, our local coordinator gets your request immediately and starts lining up your free tow.
Scheduling call from your local coordinator
Within 1–2 business hours on weekdaysOn weekdays, a Rev Up Local coordinator calls you back in about 1–2 business hours to lock in your pickup window. You choose a time that works—often same-day or next-day. We can meet you at home, work, or another safe spot anywhere from Downtown to Kirkwood to Edwardsville.
Free towing and paperwork handoff
Same-day to 2 business daysYour tow truck arrives within the agreed window, usually within 24–48 hours. You don’t need to be present if we’ve arranged access to the keys and signed title. The driver handles the loading, gives you a simple towing receipt, and your driveway in places like Maplewood, Creve Coeur, or Alton is suddenly clear.
We transport and sell your vehicle
2–6 weeks after pickupRev Up Local moves your car to an auction or a direct buyer that maximizes its value for Heritage for the Blind. Timing depends on the vehicle and local sale dates around the St. Louis Metro, but most cars sell within 2–6 weeks of pickup. You don’t have to monitor or manage any part of this step.
Tax paperwork mailed to you
Within 30 days of sale (2–8 weeks from start)After the sale, we send your written acknowledgment or IRS Form 1098‑C within 30 days. Most St. Louis donors see their tax documents arrive 2–8 weeks from their very first call or form submission. Keep this paperwork with your tax records to claim your charitable deduction for Heritage for the Blind.
Why the process is genuinely fast
Pickup in as little as 24–48 hours
Once you contact Rev Up Local, most St. Louis Metro donors get a confirmed tow within 24–48 hours, often even same-day. Our local dispatch works quickly so that unused cars in your driveway don’t linger another week.
2-minute start from anywhere in St. Louis
Whether you’re in Tower Grove, Maryland Heights, or Fairview Heights, you can begin your donation with a short, 2‑minute form or quick call. No in-person visits or long applications—just basic contact and vehicle details to get you in our system immediately.
Monday–Saturday local dispatch
Our towing partners run Monday through Saturday across the St. Louis Metro, giving you plenty of options to fit work, family, and school schedules. We coordinate around your availability, including mornings, afternoons, and many evening time windows.
Non-running and damaged cars are fine
Cars that won’t start, have flat tires, or have been sitting for months in your driveway in places like Hazelwood or Fenton are still welcome. The tow truck does the heavy lifting; you don’t have to pay for repairs or make the car drivable first.
No inspection, emissions, or cleaning required
You don’t need a current inspection, emissions sticker, or even a car wash. Rev Up Local handles your car exactly as it is. Just remove personal items and have the keys and title ready, and we’ll take care of the rest for Heritage for the Blind.