Cancer is a challenging journey, not just for those diagnosed but for their families as well. In Norfolk, many cancer patients face obstacles that make treatment daunting, from transportation issues to financial strain. Wheel Give Back is dedicated to helping these individuals access vital support services that enhance their quality of life during treatment. By donating your vehicle, you provide the means for local patients to receive necessary services without added stress.
Every dollar from your car donation goes a long way in helping us fund solutions like rides to treatment and lodging during care. With effective programs designed to assist patients in navigating their treatment, your contribution directly addresses critical gaps in care and support that can make all the difference in a patient’s journey.
Programs your donation funds
- Transportation to treatment (gas cards, Lyft credits)
- Copay assistance for low-income patients
- Lodging during treatment (Hope Lodge-style programs)
- Survivorship programs for post-treatment care
- Caregiver-respite services for family members
- Wigs and prostheses for patients undergoing treatment
- Patient navigator staff to guide treatment journeys
↗Real impact, real numbers
A donation of $1,500 can fund approximately 50 round-trip rides to chemotherapy or radiation appointments for patients without reliable transportation. Alternatively, it could provide a month of lodging for one patient family during treatment or assist with copays on multiple treatment cycles for families facing financial challenges. With your generous support, we can ease the burden of treatment and help patients focus on their healing.
How we vet recipient partners
At Wheel Give Back, we carefully vet our partner nonprofits to ensure they meet high standards of legitimacy and accountability. We prefer to collaborate with organizations recognized by patient-assistance networks and those that demonstrate a high program ratio—prioritizing patient services over research funding. Transparency in reporting and metrics of patients served are also crucial in our evaluation process, ensuring that your donation has the intended impact.
How proceeds flow
After towing and processing costs, 70-80% of the gross proceeds from your vehicle donation directly supports partners serving cancer patients. Once these funds reach our vetted partner nonprofits, they are allocated according to their program ratios, ensuring that the majority of the funds are used to deliver essential services that improve patient care and support.
Norfolk recipient landscape
Norfolk and the greater Virginia region are home to numerous cancer patients who rely on accessible support services during their treatment. With state-level funding often limited, community-driven initiatives like Wheel Give Back play a vital role in filling gaps. Our partnerships with local nonprofits help to address the unique challenges faced by patients in our area, ensuring that individuals and families receive the support they need to navigate their journeys.