Here in the desert southwest we have a surprising amount of recreational lakes and reservoirs. Most outsiders that move to the area are surprised by the number of options and locations for boating, water skiing, fishing, and other water related activities. You may have to drive an hour or more, but the lakes are around.

However, there are those that go out and buy a boat, yacht, or ship with all the best intentions of taking it out every weekend yet end up just watching the boat take up space in their driveway or backyard. It is important to know that there are many, many charities that would be interested in taking an unused, underused, or just plain run down boat off of your hands. Donate Boat!

Donate my Boat is a great way to help a number of charities, many listed have ties to Arizona. Their website spells out the step by step and easy process to get your boat listed on the site. They will try to sell your boat with the money going to charity. One way or another someone will come by to pick up your boat.

A similar site that deals with car donations also exists to fund similar charities. The site also has lots of information on a series of Children’s Animation DVDS for free.