AutoLift is dedicated to supporting cancer patients throughout New Mexico by providing vital services that alleviate the burden of treatment. As patients navigate their cancer journeys, many struggle with logistical challenges such as transportation, lodging, and financial burdens. Our mission is to ensure that no patient faces these obstacles alone, allowing them to focus on their recovery.
Your donation powers our programs, transforming each dollar into practical support. For instance, a single vehicle donation can provide numerous rides to chemotherapy or radiation appointments, ensuring that transportation is never a barrier to necessary care. By supporting AutoLift, you directly contribute to the well-being of individuals bravely facing cancer.
Programs your donation funds
- Transportation to treatment (gas cards, Lyft credits, medical transport)
- Copay assistance for low-income patients
- Lodging during treatment (Hope Lodge-style accommodations)
- Survivorship programs for ongoing support
- Caregiver-respite services to assist family members
- Wigs and prostheses for patients undergoing treatment
- Patient navigator staff to guide through the process
↗Real impact, real numbers
A $1,500 vehicle donation can dramatically impact the lives of cancer patients. It funds approximately 50 round-trip rides to chemotherapy or radiation treatments for those without access to reliable transportation. Alternatively, it can provide a month of lodging for a family during treatment, allowing them to stay close to their loved one. For low-income patients, this donation can also cover copay expenses for multiple treatment cycles, alleviating financial stress and enabling them to focus on healing.
How we vet recipient partners
To ensure that AutoLift collaborates with legitimate and effective nonprofits, we prioritize partners that are listed with reputable patient assistance networks. Organizations we work with demonstrate high program ratios, directing a significant portion of their funding toward patient services rather than research. We also require transparent reporting on the metrics of patients served, ensuring accountability and trust in our partnerships.
How proceeds flow
When you donate a vehicle, after accounting for towing and processing costs, approximately 70-80% of the gross proceeds go directly to our partner organizations. This amount is then allocated according to their program ratios, ensuring that a significant portion continues to fund essential patient support services. Your donation not only facilitates immediate assistance but also fosters long-term support for cancer patients in New Mexico.
New Mexico recipient landscape
In New Mexico, cancer patients face unique challenges, including limited access to transportation and resources. With a growing population in need of support, our local programs aim to meet these demands head-on. By donating to AutoLift, you help address the regional needs for cancer patient assistance, contributing to a state-level effort to enhance access to care and improve quality of life for those battling cancer.