August marks World Cancer Support Month, a time to honor survivors, uplift families, and strengthen the support systems that make recovery possible. While medical breakthroughs are essential, a patient’s ability to receive care often hinges on a surprisingly practical need: reliable transportation. For thousands of individuals facing a cancer diagnosis, missing a chemotherapy or radiation appointment because they lack a ride can compromise their treatment. The American Cancer Society’s Cars for a Cure® program bridges this gap, turning unused vehicles into rides, resources, and hope.

Driving Hope for Patients and Families

A cancer diagnosis brings physical, emotional, and financial challenges, but no one should have to face them alone. The American Cancer Society (ACS) works to ensure patients can access necessary treatment regardless of their personal circumstances. By donating an unused car, truck, motorcycle, or RV through Cars for a Cure®, supporters help provide crucial funding to sustain these lifesaving services nationwide.

• Access to Care: Proceeds help fund transportation programs that bring patients to and from treatment appointments safely.

• Free Lodging: Contributions support ACS Hope Lodge® facilities, giving patients and caregivers a free place to stay when receiving treatment away from home.

• 24/7 Guidance: Donations keep the ACS helpline operational around the clock, providing compassionate support and answers at any hour.

Where the Dollars Go: Lifesaving Impact

Donating through Car Donation Wizard maximizes the financial impact of every vehicle (70-80% gross proceeds returned to American Cancer Society), ensuring the proceeds directly fuel the fight against cancer.

• Groundbreaking Research: Vehicle proceeds help fund critical research grants to discover new treatments and cures.

• Patient Navigation: Trained navigators guide patients through complex care decisions, medical coverage, and community resources.

• Scalable Generosity: A single donated car can generate hundreds or thousands of dollars—funding dozens of rides to treatment or multiple nights of free lodging for families in need.

Why Donating Your Vehicle is a Strategic Choice

Instead of navigating the hassle of a private sale or trade-in, donating to Cars for a Cure® converts an aging vehicle into a meaningful tax deduction and a powerful charitable gift.

• Free Nationwide Towing: Vehicles are accepted in nearly any condition, with free pickup arranged anywhere in the country.

• Tax Deductible: As a 501(c)(3) organization, ACS provides the required documentation to claim a tax deduction based on the final sale price.

• Seamless Process: Car Donation Wizard handles all titling and paperwork with complete transparency and care.

How to Support Cars for a Cure®

1. Submit Information: Fill out the secure online donation form or call with basic details about the vehicle.

2. Schedule Pickup: A professional towing service will contact you to arrange a convenient pickup time at no cost.

3. Receive Tax Receipt: Once the vehicle is sold, you will receive an official tax receipt knowing your gift is driving the fight against cancer.

This World Cancer Support Month, the key to helping someone beat cancer might be parked right in your driveway.