Tulsa Auto Bridge is committed to supporting regional food banks and pantry networks that serve our community's most vulnerable populations. By donating your vehicle, you are helping to fund essential operations that provide food security to families in need. Every dollar contributed goes towards improving warehousing and distribution infrastructure, enabling mobile food pantries, and supporting vital partnerships with local pantries.
In a community where food insecurity affects many, your car donation allows us to maximize every dollar. The proceeds help keep our food banks running efficiently, ensuring that they can reach those in need. With every vehicle sold, we help bridge the gap between surplus food and hunger in our neighborhoods, making a critical impact on the lives of those who rely on these services.
Programs your donation funds
- Warehousing and distribution infrastructure
- Refrigerated truck routes
- Mobile food pantries
- Pantry partnerships
- SNAP outreach and enrollment
- Backpack programs for school children
- Senior congregate meals
- Produce-rescue programs
↗Real impact, real numbers
Your donation can make a significant difference in the fight against hunger. For instance, a $1,500 vehicle translates to approximately 15,000 meals provided at partner food banks. Increase that to $2,500, and you're contributing 25,000 meals. With a $5,000 vehicle, the impact can reach up to 50,000 meals. This linear relationship between the value of your donation and the meals provided demonstrates how effective our distribution network is in serving the community. Each donation allows us to convert unwanted vehicles into essential food support for those who need it most in Tulsa.
How we vet recipient partners
To ensure that your donation is making the greatest impact, we carefully vet our partner nonprofits. We prioritize organizations that are affiliated with Feeding America, which have high accountability standards. Additionally, we look for Charity Navigator 4-star rated charities that have low overhead costs of less than 10%. Our partners typically operate on a strong volunteer-hour-to-dollar leverage model and maintain a program ratio above 90% as reported in their Form 990 filings. This ensures that your generosity translates directly into food security for our community.
How proceeds flow
When you donate your vehicle to Tulsa Auto Bridge, the auction sale proceeds go to our partner food banks after covering tow and processing costs. Typically, 70-80% of the gross proceeds will reach these nonprofits, allowing them to reinvest in their programs. From there, program ratios apply to ensure funds are allocated effectively across various operational needs. Your contribution will have a direct and lasting effect on the fight against hunger in Tulsa.
Tulsa recipient landscape
Tulsa and Oklahoma face pressing food insecurity challenges, with many residents relying on local food banks and pantry networks. The need for reliable food access is critical, particularly for low-income families, seniors, and schoolchildren. State-level funding has been under pressure, making community support more essential than ever. By donating your vehicle, you are joining a community of supporters dedicated to addressing these local needs and empowering our food banks to operate sustainably and effectively.