Cancer patients in Knoxville face significant challenges during their treatment, not only battling their illness but also navigating logistical hurdles. Tennessee Auto Legacy is committed to supporting these individuals through various patient assistance services. Our program focuses on providing essentials like transportation, lodging, and caregiver support, ensuring that those affected by cancer can concentrate on healing rather than worrying about how to get to their appointments or afford their treatments.
Every dollar you donate to Tennessee Auto Legacy goes a long way to relieve the financial burden on cancer patients and their families. For instance, a donation can facilitate transportation for multiple Round-trip rides to treatment appointments, making a substantial difference in the lives of those who lack reliable means of getting to their necessary treatments. By transforming car donation dollars into critical support, we empower local cancer patients to navigate their treatment journey with dignity.
Programs your donation funds
- Transportation to treatment (gas cards, Lyft credits, medical transport arrangements)
- Copay assistance for treatment-related expenses
- Lodging during treatment (Hope Lodge-style programs)
- Survivorship programs for ongoing care
- Caregiver-respite services to support loved ones
- Wigs and prostheses for patients undergoing treatment
- Patient navigator staff to guide patients through their journey
↗Real impact, real numbers
A donation of $1,500 can fund approximately 50 round-trip rides to chemotherapy or radiation appointments for patients unable to transport themselves. This same amount could also provide a month of lodging for a patient family during treatment or cover copay assistance for multiple treatment cycles for low-income patients. Additionally, contributions of $2,500 or $5,000 would further amplify these impacts, ensuring that more patients receive the support they need at critical times.
How we vet recipient partners
Tennessee Auto Legacy is dedicated to partnering with reputable organizations that meet stringent vetting criteria. We prioritize collaborations with nonprofits that have been connected to established patient-assistance networks and demonstrate high accountability. This involves reviewing their program ratios, ensuring a substantial portion of funds are directed toward patient services rather than research, and confirming that they provide transparent reporting on metrics, such as the number of patients served.
How proceeds flow
After the sale of donated vehicles, approximately 70-80% of the gross proceeds are allocated to our partner programs, with necessary costs for towing and processing subtracted. From this net amount, the program ratio ensures that a significant portion directly supports patient services. This model allows us to maximize the impact of every dollar donated, ensuring it reaches local cancer patients in need.
Knoxville recipient landscape
In Knoxville and across Tennessee, the demand for cancer patient support services is critical. Many patients face financial hardships that make accessing treatment even more daunting. State-level funding for these services often falls short, leaving many families struggling. By donating through Tennessee Auto Legacy, you are directly contributing to local programs that address these pressing needs, helping to fill the gaps in support for those affected by cancer in our community.