WheelWise works diligently to support community homeless shelters and transitional housing programs across New Hampshire. Our mission is to empower individuals and families experiencing homelessness by providing immediate shelter solutions and pathways to stable, long-term housing. With your generous vehicle donation, we can allocate critical resources directly to programs that make a profound impact on the lives of those in need.
Your car donation does more than just provide cash; it leverages funds effectively to ensure that every dollar counts. Each vehicle sold can cover significant shelter nights, bridging the gap between homelessness and stability for individuals and families in crisis. Together, we can create a supportive community where everyone has a place to call home.
Programs your donation funds
- Overnight emergency shelter beds
- Transitional housing (30-90-day stays)
- Rapid-rehousing vouchers
- Street-outreach teams
- Day-center services (showers/laundry/mail/phone)
- Family-homeless shelters with childcare
↗Real impact, real numbers
Your donation of $1,500 can provide an astounding 40-60 shelter nights at a typical partner shelter, significantly impacting the lives of those facing homelessness. With a donation of $2,500, we can fund one month's transitional housing rent for a family, ensuring they have a safe and stable environment to rebuild their lives. At the $5,000 tier, your contribution can supply outreach teams with essential resources for six months, equipping them to connect with those on the streets and offer immediate support. Every dollar you give translates into meaningful nights of shelter, vital housing support, and compassionate outreach services.
How we vet recipient partners
At WheelWise, we meticulously vet our partner nonprofits to ensure they meet rigorous standards that guarantee accountability and effectiveness. We prioritize organizations that adhere to HUD Continuum-of-Care standards, focusing on those with low shelter-to-housed transition rates below 20%. This means fewer individuals and families revert to homelessness. Our partners must also provide a verifiable Form 990 with at least a 75% program-expense ratio, ensuring that the vast majority of funds go directly toward impactful programs.
How proceeds flow
When you donate your vehicle, after towing and processing costs, 70-80% of the gross proceeds are directed to our partner shelters. These funds are then allocated according to the verified program-expense ratio of each partner, ensuring that your donation supports the programs that make the most significant impact on the community. By donating, you help sustain vital shelter services and create lasting change in the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
New Hampshire recipient landscape
New Hampshire faces a pressing need for effective solutions to homelessness, with many individuals and families struggling to find safe and stable shelter. The state has a network of community programs focused on providing emergency services and transitional housing, yet funding remains a challenge. WheelWise partners with responsible nonprofits that address these challenges, ensuring that your donations make a real difference in our local communities.