In Melbourne, Florida, thousands of veterans face significant challenges after their service. From homelessness to gaps in VA healthcare, many local veterans need our support. Coastal Wheels is dedicated to easing these struggles through vehicle donation programs that fund vital services. Your donation can help change lives by providing assistance for housing, mental health care, and employment support.
This page outlines how your vehicle donations directly benefit veterans in our community. Every car, truck, or RV donated helps to fund programs that address critical needs and ensures that our local heroes receive the support they deserve.
The local need in Melbourne
Melbourne is home to over 20,000 veterans, many of whom grapple with the realities of homelessness and mental health challenges. For those struggling with PTSD or TBI, access to necessary care is often hindered by an overburdened VA system. Neighborhoods like Palm Bay and West Melbourne are particularly affected, with many veterans lacking stable housing and access to supportive services. The need for targeted assistance in our community is urgent and cannot be overlooked.
How your donation helps
Funds Housing Assistance Programs
Your donations help fund local housing programs that provide transitional housing for veterans experiencing homelessness, ensuring they have a stable place to live while they get back on their feet.
Supports Mental Health Services
Each vehicle donation helps finance mental health services tailored for veterans, including counseling for PTSD and TBI, addressing the unique challenges they face after service.
Enhances Employment Training Programs
Donations contribute to job training programs that equip veterans with essential skills, helping them secure stable employment and reintegrate into civilian life successfully.
Provides Service Dogs for Veterans
Your support can help fund service dog programs that train and provide specially trained animals to veterans struggling with mental health issues, promoting companionship and support.
Local partner organizations
Veterans Resource Center
Coastal Wheels collaborates with them to enhance transportation options, allowing veterans to access employment and healthcare services more easily.
Space Coast Veterans Council
We assist them in transportation logistics for outreach programs and events that address veteran needs.
Serenity Harbor
Coastal Wheels helps fund their transportation needs, ensuring veterans can attend job interviews and appointments.
How to donate
Visit our website
Start your donation process by visiting the Coastal Wheels website to learn more about our veterans services.
Fill out the donation form
Complete the simple online form with details about your vehicle. It only takes a few minutes.
Schedule vehicle pickup
Choose a convenient time for our local team to pick up your vehicle. We handle all the logistics for you.
Receive your tax receipt
After your vehicle is picked up, we will send you an IRS 1098-C tax receipt for your records.
Make an impact
Know that your donation will directly support local veterans in need, creating lasting change in our community.
Trust & accountability
- IRS 1098-C tax receipt provided for your donation.
- Coastal Wheels is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
- Local pickup service at no cost to you.
- All proceeds directly benefit named local veterans charities.