Reliable Transportation Changes Everything

Our Impact

When families have a dependable vehicle, it opens the door to opportunity, stability and a better quality of life. Here is the real difference your support makes.

What Changes After Receiving a Vehicle?

Based on 2025 Survey Results for the Vehicle Purchase Program

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Report better access to healthcare

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Report better commute times

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Report better access to healthy foods

What Do Car Repairs Help Prevent?

Based on 2025 Survey Results for the Vehicle Repair Program

1 in 2 would have lost access to transportation entirely.

1 in 6 would have lost their job.

1 in 5 would have missed important medical care.

2025 Year In Review

In 2025, Working Wheels continued expanding access to affordable, reliable transportation across Western North Carolina.

Through our Vehicle Purchase Program, Vehicle Repair Program, and Hurricane Helene replacement vehicle efforts, hundreds of community members were able to maintain employment, access healthcare, care for their families, and move toward long-term stability.

2025 Highlights

  • Purchased and distributed 24 Helene replacement vehicles
  • Completed 225 discounted vehicle repairs
  • Distributed 31 donated and restored vehicles through the Purchase Program
  • Completed a new 5-year strategic plan
  • Continued growing partnerships across Western North Carolina

Program Participants Per Year

Since 2015, Working Wheels has steadily expanded its impact across Western North Carolina, serving more families every year through affordable transportation solutions.

Financial Overview

In 2025, Working Wheels invested heavily in direct transportation support for working families across Western North Carolina, including vehicle repairs, affordable vehicle access, and Hurricane Helene replacement vehicles.

2025 Revenue Breakdown

The majority of revenue in 2025 came from grants, vehicle sales, and individual donor support.

2025 Expense Breakdown

Most expenses directly supported transportation programs serving local families through vehicle repairs, affordable car access, and disaster recovery efforts.

Additional financial information is available upon request.

“Through Working Wheels, I received reliable transportation and, more importantly, regained my faith, hope, and belief that my life could move forward again.” ~Sasha

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