Homelessness is a persistent issue in Utah, with many individuals and families facing uncertainty every day. ReviveRides focuses on providing critical funding for community homeless shelters and transitional housing programs. By donating your vehicle, you help ensure that those in need have access to safe shelter, supportive services, and a path toward stability.
A car donation is a powerful way to leverage your generosity. Each vehicle sold can fund numerous shelter nights, transitional housing assistance, or essential supplies for outreach programs. The funds generated directly address the pressing needs of the homeless population in our state, making a difference when it matters most.
Programs your donation funds
- Overnight emergency shelter beds
- Transitional housing (30-90 days)
- Rapid-rehousing vouchers
- Street-outreach teams
- Day-center services (showers, laundry, mail, phone)
- Family homeless shelters with childcare
↗Real impact, real numbers
When you donate a vehicle valued at $1,500, you contribute to approximately 40-60 nights of shelter at a partner location, given that bed-night costs range from $25 to $50. A $2,500 donation can provide one family's transitional housing rent subsidy for an entire month, ensuring they have a stable roof over their heads. For $5,000, you can supply vital resources for street outreach teams for up to six months, allowing them to connect with those living on the streets and directing them to essential services. Your donation has the potential to create a substantial, lasting impact.
How we vet recipient partners
We partner with nonprofits that meet stringent HUD Continuum-of-Care standards to ensure accountability and effectiveness. Our criteria include a shelter-to-housed transition rate below 20%, demonstrating success in moving individuals and families into permanent housing. We also require a verifiable Form 990, ensuring that at least 75% of their expenses directly fund program services, so you can be confident that your donation is making a meaningful difference.
How proceeds flow
After towing and processing costs, 70-80% of the gross proceeds from vehicle sales go directly to our partner shelters and programs. Once allocated, each organization utilizes a program-ratio system to ensure that funds are spent effectively on the crucial services they provide to the homeless community.
Utah recipient landscape
Utah faces unique challenges regarding homelessness, with an increasing demand for services and limited resources. ReviveRides collaborates with local shelters and transitional housing programs to address these needs effectively. State-level funding is often insufficient, making private donations vital for sustaining these essential services. Your support through vehicle donations helps fill the gap, providing immediate assistance to those in our community who need it the most.