MotorCity Wheels is dedicated to improving the quality of life for cancer patients in Detroit by providing crucial support services. Our mission focuses on easing the burden of transportation, lodging, and financial challenges that many patients face during their treatment journey. Cancer shouldn't be a financial burden, and your contributions play a key role in alleviating some of these critical needs.
Every dollar donated transforms lives by funding essential services such as transportation to treatment, copay assistance, and lodging during treatment. With a vehicle donation, your support can ensure that no patient has to miss a vital appointment due to lack of transportation. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against cancer.
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 and support
- Caregiver-respite services for family support
- Wigs and prostheses for patients in treatment
- Patient navigator staff to guide patients through the process
↗Real impact, real numbers
Your generous donation can have a powerful impact on cancer patients in our community. A vehicle valued at $1,500 can fund approximately 50 round-trip rides to chemotherapy or radiation treatments for patients who lack transportation options. Alternatively, this amount can provide a month of lodging during treatment for a patient and their family, or cover multiple copay expenses for low-income patients undergoing several treatment cycles. Every contribution is vital in supporting those who are facing one of life's toughest battles.
How we vet recipient partners
At MotorCity Wheels, we prioritize transparency and accountability in the organizations we support. We collaborate with partners that are recognized for their direct patient services and adhere to high program ratios, ensuring that funds are primarily used for patient assistance rather than research. We verify our partners through recommendations from reputable patient-assistance networks, ensuring your donations are utilized effectively to support those in need.
How proceeds flow
After covering towing and processing costs, approximately 70-80% of the gross proceeds from vehicle sales are directed to our partnered organizations. This ensures that a significant portion of your donation reaches those providing patient services, and we apply a high program-ratio percentage to guarantee that funds are invested directly in cancer patient support initiatives.
Detroit recipient landscape
Detroit has a rich history of resilience and community support, but many cancer patients still face significant challenges during their treatment. Local organizations are working tirelessly to provide essential services, yet funding continues to be a pressing issue. By donating through MotorCity Wheels, you are directly addressing the regional needs of cancer patients in Michigan, helping to fill the gaps left by limited state-level funding and ensuring that local families receive the support they deserve.