Hunger is a pressing issue in Kentucky, where many families face food insecurity every day. Our mission at Ride for Good is to combat this crisis by supporting local food banks and pantries. When you donate your vehicle, the proceeds directly fund the resources necessary to deliver food and essential services to those who need them the most.
This page outlines the urgent need for hunger relief in our communities, the impact your donation can make, and how we efficiently use your contribution to connect resources with people in need. Together, we can ensure that families across Kentucky have access to the food they need to thrive.
The local need in Kentucky
In Kentucky, tens of thousands of residents struggle with food insecurity, often not knowing where their next meal will come from. Many eligible households are not enrolled in SNAP, leaving a significant gap in food access. Areas like Louisville, Lexington, and the Appalachian region are particularly affected, where local food pantries struggle to keep up with demand. The need for efficient food distribution systems is critical to ensure that those in need don’t fall through the cracks.
How your donation helps
Funds Pantry Delivery Vehicles
Your vehicle donation provides essential funding to purchase or maintain delivery trucks for local food pantries, ensuring that food reaches those who need it most across Kentucky.
Supports SNAP Outreach Programs
Donations help us fund outreach workers who assist families in applying for SNAP benefits, bridging the gap for those who are eligible but unenrolled.
Helps Stock Local Food Banks
Proceeds from your donation go directly to purchasing food and supplies, keeping our local food banks stocked and ready to serve those in need.
Enables School Meal Programs
Your generosity supports breakfast and lunch programs in schools, ensuring children have nutritious meals that are critical for their growth and learning.
Local partner organizations
Kentucky Food Bank Network
Ride for Good complements their efforts by providing the transportation solutions needed to get food to the communities most in need.
Louisville Metro Government
We work alongside them to ensure that vehicle donations are effectively utilized to support local programs focused on food access.
Feeding Kentucky
Our donations help expand their outreach, ensuring that more food reaches families in crisis throughout the state.
How to donate
Contact Us
Reach out through our website or phone to let us know you want to donate your vehicle. We're here to help guide you through the process.
Schedule a Pickup
We will coordinate a convenient time for our team to pick up your vehicle, making the donation process easy and hassle-free for you.
Receive Your Tax Receipt
After the pickup, you'll receive an IRS 1098-C tax receipt for your records, which acknowledges your charitable contribution.
Impact Your Community
Your donation will go directly toward hunger relief efforts, from delivering food to supporting local pantries and outreach programs.
Spread the Word
Encourage friends and family to consider donating as well. The more vehicles we can collect, the greater our impact on hunger in Kentucky!
Trust & accountability
- IRS 1098-C tax receipt for your vehicle donation
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit status ensures your donation is tax-deductible
- Local pickup for your vehicle, making it easy and convenient
- All proceeds directly benefit local food relief efforts