At Ride for Good, we believe that no one should face cancer alone. Our donation program is dedicated to supporting cancer patients in Kentucky by providing essential services that go beyond medical research. These services include transportation to treatment, lodging during care, and assistance with copays. By contributing your vehicle, you directly help alleviate the financial burdens faced by these patients and their families.
Your generosity can transform lives. Each dollar received is leveraged to create meaningful impact. A vehicle donation can fund transportation, lodging, or practical support for patients, ensuring they have the means to get to and from their treatments while focusing on their recovery. Together, we can help our neighbors navigate the difficult journey of cancer with dignity and support.
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 for long-term support
- Caregiver-respite services for family support
- Wigs and prostheses for patients in treatment
- Patient navigator staff to guide through the process
↗Real impact, real numbers
Your donation can create a significant impact on the lives of cancer patients in Kentucky. A $1,500 vehicle donation can fund approximately 50 round-trip rides to chemotherapy or radiation treatment for those without transportation. Alternatively, it could cover a month of lodging for one patient family during treatment or provide copay assistance that extends over multiple treatment cycles for low-income patients. Every contribution matters and transforms the experience for those battling cancer.
How we vet recipient partners
We take the legitimacy and accountability of our partner nonprofits seriously. Our criteria for partnerships include a preference for organizations listed with reputable patient advocacy networks, ensuring they provide high program ratios—meaning a significant portion of funding goes directly to patient services rather than research. Transparency in reporting metrics on patients served is also crucial, guaranteeing that your donations are effectively utilized.
How proceeds flow
After covering towing and processing costs, approximately 70-80% of gross proceeds from each vehicle donation is directed to our partner organizations. These funds are then allocated based on the program ratios established by each partner, ensuring that the majority of your donation goes directly to essential patient services in Kentucky.
Kentucky recipient landscape
Kentucky presents unique challenges for cancer patients, including geographic barriers and limited access to specialized treatment facilities. Our partnering programs focus on meeting these local needs by providing essential support services specifically tailored to the challenges faced by our communities. With a state-level funding landscape that often falls short, your donations are vital in bridging the gaps for those needing assistance.
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Your donation to support cancer patient services in Kentucky is a powerful way to make a difference in the lives of those battling cancer. Join us in providing essential assistance that allows patients to focus on their healing. Donate your vehicle today, and give hope to those who need it most.