In Wisconsin, thousands of individuals struggle with vision impairments, facing daily challenges in accessing essential services and support. Badger Auto Aid is dedicated to transforming lives through vehicle donations, which are essential in funding local organizations focused on blind and vision services. Your contribution directly impacts initiatives like low-vision clinics, guide-dog programs, and accessible transit.
This landing page outlines how your donation can make a tangible difference. We’ll highlight the local need for these services and showcase the trusted partners working diligently to improve the lives of those affected by visual impairments in our community. Together, we can turn your vehicle into hope and opportunity for many.
The local need in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, it's estimated that tens of thousands of residents experience significant vision loss. This includes individuals dealing with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and other conditions. Many of these residents live in urban areas like Milwaukee and Madison, where access to low-vision resources and services is critical. Unfortunately, gaps in funding often limit availability, leaving individuals without the necessary support to navigate daily life effectively.
How your donation helps
Funds Research Initiatives
Your donation helps support the National Heritage for the Blind's research mission, which is crucial in developing new treatments and technologies to improve vision health for the visually impaired.
Supports Low-Vision Clinics
Donations contribute to local low-vision clinics that provide essential resources, including vision rehabilitation services and adaptive devices tailored to individual needs.
Enables Guide-Dog Programs
Contributions help fund guide-dog programs that train and provide service animals for individuals with visual impairments, enhancing their mobility and independence.
Improves Accessible Transit
Your vehicle donation aids in creating accessible transit solutions, ensuring that individuals with visual impairments can travel safely and independently around their communities.
Local partner organizations
Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired
Badger Auto Aid collaborates with them to provide funding for essential accessibility projects across the state.
Guide Dogs for the Blind Wisconsin Chapter
Our donations directly support their training programs, helping to pair more individuals with life-changing guide dogs.
Badger Association of the Blind
Badger Auto Aid partners with them to fund local outreach and educational initiatives.
How to donate
Gather Your Vehicle Information
Collect the details about your vehicle, including make, model, year, and condition. This information will help us process your donation efficiently.
Fill Out Our Donation Form
Complete the online donation form on our website. It’s straightforward and only takes a few minutes to provide essential information.
Schedule a Free Pickup
Once your donation form is submitted, our team will contact you to arrange a convenient time for vehicle pickup at no cost to you.
Receive Your Tax Deduction Receipt
After we pick up your vehicle, you will receive an IRS 1098-C form. This document allows you to claim your tax deduction for your generous donation.
Make an Impact!
Your vehicle donation will directly support blind and vision services in Wisconsin. You’ll be making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Trust & accountability
- Receive IRS 1098-C for tax deductions.
- Certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.
- Free local pickup of your vehicle.
- Funds specifically benefit named local organizations.