In Sacramento, the need for effective blind and vision services is increasingly urgent. Thousands of residents face challenges due to visual impairments that limit their independence and ability to engage fully with their community. SacraCar Share serves as a vital link, channeling vehicle donation proceeds to support programs at National Heritage for the Blind and other local organizations. With your help, we can provide low-vision clinics, guide-dog training, and accessible transit options.
This donation page outlines how your vehicle can make a tangible difference. Every car contributes to expanding resources and services that directly benefit individuals living with vision loss in our city. Your contribution is more than just a vehicle; it's a step toward a more inclusive Sacramento.
The local need in Sacramento
In Sacramento, tens of thousands of residents grapple with visual impairments, affecting their daily lives across neighborhoods like South Sacramento, Downtown, and Arden-Arcade. These individuals often lack access to essential services, such as low-vision clinics or reliable transportation, leading to social isolation and increased dependency. Organizations dedicated to vision services are stretched thin, making it crucial to boost funding for essential programs. Together, we can fill these gaps and enhance the quality of life for our community.
How your donation helps
Funds research for better services
Your donation supports the National Heritage for the Blind's mission to conduct critical research, identifying effective interventions and resources to improve the lives of those with vision loss.
Supports low-vision clinics
Contributions help maintain and expand local low-vision clinics, providing essential assessments and personalized strategies to enhance the daily lives of those affected.
Enables guide-dog programs
Your donation can help fund guide-dog training programs, providing people with visual impairments increased mobility and independence through well-trained service animals.
Enhances accessible transit
Funding from your vehicle donation aids in the development of accessible transit solutions, ensuring that individuals with vision loss can navigate Sacramento safely and independently.
Local partner organizations
Vision Service Plan (VSP)
SacraCar Share complements VSP's mission by providing the necessary funding to expand vision care access for low-income residents in Sacramento.
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Our funding supports this organization's efforts, ensuring more individuals receive trained guide dogs to support their independence.
Sacramento Society for the Blind
SacraCar Share's donations bolster the Society's resources, enabling them to serve more clients and expand their outreach programs.
How to donate
Visit our donation page
Start by navigating to our online donation form where you can enter your vehicle details and preferred pickup time.
Schedule your vehicle pickup
Once you submit your donation form, our team will contact you to arrange a convenient time for vehicle pickup at no cost.
Receive tax deduction documentation
After your vehicle is picked up, we will provide you with IRS Form 1098-C to ensure you can take advantage of your tax deduction.
Know your impact
Your donation directly fuels local programs focused on blind and vision services, helping those in need in Sacramento.
Spread the word
Encourage friends and family to donate their vehicles too! The more vehicles we collect, the more we can support our community.
Trust & accountability
- IRS 1098-C documentation for tax purposes
- Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
- Free local pickup for donated vehicles
- Funds go directly to named beneficiaries in our community