Hoosier Wheels is dedicated to providing vital support services to cancer patients in Indiana. Our mission is to alleviate the burdens faced by those battling cancer, offering assistance that goes beyond medical research. With a focus on transportation, lodging, and financial aid, we connect patients with the resources they need to navigate their treatment journey with dignity and hope.
When you donate through our vehicle donation program, every dollar is leveraged to create meaningful change. Funds generated from your car donations support essential services like gas cards, Lyft credits, and copay assistance, enabling patients to access their treatments without the added stress of financial strain.
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 support
- Caregiver-respite services for family caregivers
- Wigs and prostheses for patients in treatment
- Patient navigator staff to guide through treatment options
↗Real impact, real numbers
Your generous donation can have a profound impact on the lives of cancer patients in Indiana. For example, a $1,500 vehicle donation can fund approximately 50 round-trip rides to chemotherapy or radiation for patients lacking transportation. Alternatively, it could cover a month of lodging for a family during treatment or provide copay assistance for several low-income patients, helping them access necessary care without the financial burden.
How we vet recipient partners
At Hoosier Wheels, we prioritize accountability and transparency in our partnerships. We focus on working with nonprofits that are listed with reputable patient assistance networks and have a high program ratio, ensuring that the majority of funds directly support patient services rather than research. Our partners are thoroughly vetted to confirm their legitimacy and commitment to serving cancer patients effectively.
How proceeds flow
After deducting towing and processing costs, approximately 70-80% of the gross proceeds from your vehicle donation directly benefit our partner programs. This means that your contribution not only funds immediate support services but also ensures that a significant portion of every dollar goes directly to helping cancer patients in need.
Indiana recipient landscape
In Indiana, the need for cancer patient support services is immense. With a growing number of individuals facing cancer diagnoses, local programs strive to provide essential resources tailored to the unique challenges patients and their families encounter. State-level funding for these services can be limited, making your donations crucial for sustaining and expanding these vital programs.