Food insecurity is an urgent challenge in our community. Thousands of families in Melbourne struggle to access sufficient and nutritious food, with many relying on local food banks and pantries just to get by. By donating your vehicle to Coastal Wheels, you can transform that vehicle into a delivery truck, ensuring vital resources reach those experiencing hunger right in our neighborhoods.
This page outlines how your generous donations will directly impact hunger relief efforts through food banks, school meal programs, and SNAP outreach. Together, we can bridge the gaps in our community and ensure that no one goes hungry.
The local need in Melbourne
In Melbourne, many families are grappling with food insecurity, with tens of thousands eligible for assistance programs but not enrolled. Areas like North Melbourne and Palm Bay see significant need, where residents frequently choose between buying groceries and covering essential bills. The gap in SNAP enrollment is particularly alarming, indicating that many qualified families miss out on the benefits that could alleviate their struggle to put food on the table.
How your donation helps
Funds pantry delivery trucks
Your vehicle donation helps Coastal Wheels maintain and operate pantry delivery trucks, ensuring food reaches those in need across Melbourne. Reliable transport is essential in getting food into the hands of vulnerable families.
Supports SNAP outreach efforts
Donations allow us to fund outreach staff who connect eligible families with SNAP benefits. Many are unaware of their eligibility, and our outreach ensures that these families can access the assistance they deserve.
Provides nutritious school meals
Your contribution will help fund programs that deliver nutritious meals to children in need. Every child deserves a healthy meal, and your donation makes that possible.
Enhances pantry operations
Donations contribute to the logistics of local food pantries, ensuring they can purchase and distribute food effectively. Every dollar goes towards optimizing operations and reducing hunger in the community.
Local partner organizations
Food Share Melbourne
Coastal Wheels partners with Food Share Melbourne to enhance delivery efforts, utilizing vehicle donations to maximize food distribution efficiency.
Brevard Food Bank
By collaborating with Brevard Food Bank, we ensure that donated vehicles are directly used to transport food from warehouses to distribution points.
Melbourne Area Schools
Our partnership with local schools helps ensure that donations support the delivery of meals directly to students who need them most.
How to donate
Choose your vehicle
Any car, truck, or SUV in any condition can be donated. If it has wheels, we can work with it.
Fill out the donation form
Complete our simple online donation form. Provide details about your vehicle and how we can reach you.
Schedule a pickup
We'll arrange a convenient time to pick up your vehicle at no cost to you. We handle everything!
Receive your tax receipt
After your vehicle is sold, you'll receive an IRS 1098-C tax receipt, allowing you to claim a tax deduction.
Make an impact
Your donation directly supports hunger relief efforts in Melbourne. Together, we can make a difference.
Trust & accountability
- Receive an IRS 1098-C tax receipt for your donation.
- Coastal Wheels is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
- We offer local pickup for your convenience and at no cost.
- Donations directly benefit local food banks and community partners.