Car Donation Foundation Surpasses $143 Million in Donations, Continues to Support Children's Health in Orange County

May 17, 2023

May 17, 2023 - /PressAdvantage/ - Anaheim, Irvine, and the Greater Orange County Area, CA - May 11, 2023 - Wheels For Wishes & Wellness, a program under the Car Donation Foundation, has announced that it has raised over $143,305,842 across all of its charity car donation programs in the United States. This milestone underscores the program's ongoing commitment to improving the health and well-being of children in need.

The funds raised have been instrumental in supporting initiatives that directly benefit the Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). These initiatives have helped meet the needs of children not only in Orange County but also across the neighboring Inland Empire of San Bernardino and Riverside counties.

"The goal of Wheels For Wishes & Wellness is to assist as many children as possible while aiding the community," said a spokesperson for the organization. "We achieve this by turning unwanted cars into essential medical assistance for local children, making a significant difference in their lives."

Wheels For Wishes & Wellness's commitment extends to Anaheim and Irvine, where the program's initiatives have had a substantial impact. The organization is continually striving to expand its reach and effect positive change in the lives of even more children in these communities.

Celebrating this significant milestone, Wheels For Wishes & Wellness is more determined than ever to fulfill its mission. The organization encourages residents of Orange County and the greater area to join in their cause and help transform lives through their car donation program.

For more information about Wheels For Wishes & Wellness or to donate, please visit https://kids.wheelsforwishes.org/orange/.

About Wheels For Wishes & Wellness

Wheels For Wishes & Wellness is a part of the Car Donation Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Its mission is to help children in need of medical assistance, funded by the donation of unwanted vehicles. The program turns cars, trucks, motorcycles, SUVs, RVs, and even boats into aid for children, contributing to their health and happiness.

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For more information about Wheels For Wishes and Wellness, contact the company here:

Wheels For Wishes and Wellness
Liza Heiligman
+18444769474
[email protected]
5775 Wayzata Blvd.
Suite 700
St. Louis Park, MN, 55416

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