Ride Again is dedicated to providing essential support services for cancer patients in San Antonio, Texas. Our mission is to offer practical assistance that addresses the immediate needs of patients and their families as they navigate treatment. By donating your vehicle, you contribute to services such as transportation, lodging, co-pay assistance, and caregiver respite, ensuring that no one faces cancer alone.
A single vehicle donation can create a ripple effect of support, transforming lives by making essential services accessible to those who need them most. With every dollar leveraged from your car donation, we can ensure that patients receive transportation to their treatments, a place to stay, and the resources they need for their journey to recovery. Your generosity allows us to be there when it matters most.
Programs your donation funds
- Transportation to treatment (gas cards, Lyft credits, medical transport)
- Co-pay assistance for low-income patients
- Lodging during treatment (Hope Lodge-style programs)
- Survivorship programs for post-treatment support
- Caregiver respite services to support family members
- Wigs and prostheses for patients undergoing treatment
- Patient navigator staff for guidance and support
↗Real impact, real numbers
A donation of $1,500 can fund approximately 50 round-trip rides to chemotherapy or radiation for patients who lack reliable transportation. Alternatively, it can provide a month of lodging for a family while their loved one undergoes treatment, or cover multiple co-payments for low-income patients battling cancer. Each contribution builds a foundation of support for those in need, amplifying the impact of your generosity on their journey towards recovery.
How we vet recipient partners
We are committed to partnering with organizations that uphold the highest standards of transparency and accountability. Our vetting process includes partnering with non-profits that are part of recognized patient-assistance networks, emphasizing programs that focus on direct patient services over research funding. We ensure that our partners maintain high program ratios, reporting metrics on how many patients are served, allowing our donors to feel confident in their contributions.
How proceeds flow
After covering towing and processing costs, 70-80% of gross proceeds from vehicle donations are directed to support our partner programs. Each partner organization follows a strict program-ratio protocol to ensure your contributions effectively enhance the services offered to cancer patients. This structured flow guarantees that the majority of your generosity translates directly into assistance for those in need.
San Antonio recipient landscape
San Antonio has a unique landscape where numerous cancer patients face challenges accessing treatment due to transportation and financial barriers. Ride Again focuses on addressing these local needs by providing targeted support services tailored to the community. In a state with a growing number of cancer cases, our initiatives are crucial in bridging the gaps left by state-level funding limitations, ensuring that patients receive the care they deserve.