WheelWise is dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients in New Hampshire through critical support services. Our mission is to alleviate the burdens faced by these individuals and their families during treatment. We focus on essential services such as transportation, lodging, and assistance with medical expenses—ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder access to necessary health care.
Every dollar you donate is leveraged to create a significant impact, as it helps fund vital programs that directly support patients in need. By choosing to donate, you are making a tangible difference in the lives of local cancer patients, allowing them to focus on their healing journey rather than the logistics and costs associated with their treatment.
Programs your donation funds
- Transportation to treatment (gas cards, Lyft credits, medical transport)
- Copay assistance for low-income patients
- Lodging during treatment (Hope Lodge-style programs)
- Survivorship programs to promote long-term health
- Caregiver-respite services for family members
- Wigs and prostheses for patients undergoing treatment
- Patient navigator staff to guide and support
- Emergency financial assistance for urgent needs
↗Real impact, real numbers
With a donation of $1,500, we can provide approximately 50 round-trip rides to chemotherapy or radiation treatments for patients without access to transportation. For $2,500, we can cover a month of lodging for a family during treatment. At the $5,000 level, your contribution could provide copay assistance that covers multiple treatment cycles for several low-income patients, ensuring they receive the essential care they need without the added financial stress.
How we vet recipient partners
At WheelWise, we ensure that our partner nonprofit organizations are thoroughly vetted to confirm their legitimacy and accountability. We prioritize partnerships with organizations recognized within established patient assistance networks, emphasizing high service-to-research funding ratios. Our focus is on transparent reporting that helps us track the number of patients served, ensuring that your donations are effectively making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
How proceeds flow
After accounting for towing and processing costs, approximately 70-80% of gross proceeds from vehicle donations are directed to our partner organizations. These funds go directly to programs providing vital support services, guided by a carefully calculated program-ratio that maximizes the impact of every dollar received.
New Hampshire recipient landscape
New Hampshire has a unique landscape when it comes to cancer care, with specific regional needs that must be met. Many patients face challenges related to transportation and lodging during treatment, particularly in rural areas where medical facilities may be far from home. State-level funding often falls short, making our work at WheelWise even more crucial in providing essential support services to local cancer patients and their families.