Yes, we will take modules in pretty much any condition so long as the mods are still producing power. We can try to replace the glass; sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Our process is quite straight-forward: 1. You assemble the equipment decide on a fair-market value. This will be the amount you will be taking for your tax-deduction. 2. We arrange a method to obtain the materials. Local donations can be delivered but for donations from outside of Northern California we will have to arrange freight. In cases involving freight, we may ask you to help us determine the total weight of the shipment. 3. We take possession of materials and furnish a "Charitable Contribution Verification" receipt for your donation. Optional 4. We list you as a donor and supporter of our organization and the specific project to which your donation was applied. 5. We reference and link your company as a partner and sponsor of Good Sun on our website and marketing materials. Notes: Please consult your tax adviser when making donations to public charities. Good Sun Solar works with a focus on energy and water resources, donating labor and equipment for the benefit of poor and underprivileged groups and individuals. Good Sun Solar is a registered California Non-profit corporation and is recognized as a 501(C)(3) Public Charity (PC) under the IRS tax-exempt code. IRS Info: “An individual who itemizes deductions may deduct contributions to most charitable organizations up to 50% of his or her adjusted gross income computed without regard to net operating loss carrybacks.” Documents Required for IRS. Property worth $500 or less: You must justify the deduction with the receipt provided by Good Sun. Property worth more than $500, but not more than $5,000: In addition to the receipt provided by Good Sun, you are required to complete IRS Form 8283, "Non-Cash Charitable Contribution", which contains written records of how the property was acquired and your cost basis if the property was held less than 12 months. You must also have the item appraised and save the certificate of appraisal with the receipt. Appraisals should be done before items are donated and payment of the appraisal is the responsibility of the donor. A single item valued at $5,000 or more, or several similar items donated in a single year whose value totals $5,000 or more: This donation must be appraised before the donation is made, and the appraisal must be obtained by the donor. Good Sun does not perform appraisals on any donations. Garrison, let me know if you would like more info or if you would like to make a donation. If you're looking for a home for the old 2kW Sharps, we have a project ready to go. Thanks! Eric Stikes Founding Director & CEO Good Sun Solar, A CA non-profit corp. www.goodsun.life (530)798-3738 --------- Original Message --------- Subject: Old or Damaged Modules From: "Garrison Riegel" <garri...@solarserviceinc.com> Date: 8/24/15 12:04 pm To: e...@harvesthesun.com
Hi Eric, I saw your post on the wrenches forum. To clarify, you take modules with broken glass? We have a handful of those and some other orphans as well. We also recently took down a fully functional 9 year old 2.16kW array of Sharp 180s and an SMA 1800U inverter. Please help me better understand your process, as we would like for this equipment to get into service if possible! Sounds like you guys do great work. Best regards, Garrison Riegel PV Operations Manager | Solar Service Inc [p] 847-677-0950 | garri...@solarserviceinc.com NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional™
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