Heart Wheels is dedicated to providing comprehensive support for cancer patients in Nevada through vital assistance programs. Our mission is to alleviate the burdens faced by patients and their families during challenging treatment journeys. Through your generous donations, we can offer services such as transportation to treatments, lodging, and copay assistance that can significantly improve the quality of life for those battling cancer.
Your support means that a single dollar can translate into meaningful help for our local cancer community. By donating, you help fund programs that ensure patients can access treatment without the worries of logistics or financial strain. Every contribution makes a difference, amplifying the impact of each dollar through our carefully vetted partner organizations.
Programs your donation funds
- Transportation to treatment (gas cards, Lyft credits)
- Copay assistance for low-income patients
- Lodging support during treatment
- Survivorship programs for post-treatment care
- Caregiver-respite services to ease family burdens
- Wigs and prostheses for patients in treatment
- Patient navigator staff to guide patients through care
↗Real impact, real numbers
A donation of $1,500 can directly fund approximately 50 round-trip rides to chemotherapy or radiation for patients without reliable transportation. Alternatively, it can cover a month of lodging for a patient and their family during treatment or provide copay assistance for multiple treatment cycles for those facing financial hardships. Your contributions at various levels can create a ripple effect of support, helping multiple patients access the care they urgently need.
How we vet recipient partners
Heart Wheels is committed to working with reputable nonprofit organizations with a proven track record in patient assistance. We prioritize partners that show a high percentage of program funds directed towards direct support services rather than research, ensuring that your donation has the maximum impact. We also seek transparency in reporting patient-served metrics, allowing us to verify the effectiveness and accountability of our partner programs.
How proceeds flow
After vehicle processing costs, approximately 70-80% of the gross proceeds from donations flow directly to our partner organizations. This net amount is then allocated according to each partner's program ratio, ensuring that a significant portion of your contribution directly supports essential services for cancer patients in their time of need.
Nevada recipient landscape
Nevada has a unique landscape of healthcare needs for cancer patients, with many individuals facing challenges in accessing essential services. Heart Wheels is keenly aware of the local context and works diligently to connect patients with vital resources. By supporting local programs, we aim to address the immediate needs of our community while navigating the state-level funding landscape that often leaves critical gaps in patient assistance.