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August 13, 2018

Saving a Life in an Emergency with MedicAlert ID

by DonateaCar Team

Health, Supporting Charity

donate a car to red cross medic alert bracelet ID

You may have seen someone wearing a MedicAlert bracelet or necklace but did you know the importance of it? MedicAlert medical ID’s have been around for over fifty years helping to ensure its members receive appropriate and prompt medical treatment in the event of an emergency. This month is MedicAlert Awareness Month and we’ve … read more

August 10, 2018

Charity Profile: New Heights Educational Group – Promoting Literacy For Children and Adults

by DonateaCar Team

Charity Profiles, Education

donate a car for literacy New Heights Educational Group

One of the fundamental parts of our everyday life is the ability to read. Most of us take it for granted, but for a person who cannot read – it affects the quality of life. One fifth of Americans do not read well enough to earn a living wage and over seventy percent of our … read more

August 8, 2018

Fun Activities For Children Who Have Cancer

by DonateaCar Team

Cancer Charities, Children

When a child has been diagnosed with any type of cancer, he or she will need to adapt to new ways of living and coping. Each family’s situations may be varied from running the child in for frequent testing at a medical center to having their child in a hospital setting without normal everyday interactions. … read more

August 6, 2018

Empowering Those Who Have Muscular Dystrophy

by DonateaCar Team

Human Services

Muscular Dystrophy is a bundle of diseases that affect a person’s muscles, making them grow weak and less pliable over time. Although there are over thirty kinds of this disease, there are nine major types that most individuals get. The most important thing however, is to get the treatment and support needed. The Muscular … read more

August 2, 2018

Charity Profile: California Hospice Foundation – Promoting Quality of End-of-Life Care

by DonateaCar Team

Charity Profiles, Helping Seniors

California Hospice Foundation Donate a Car

None of us like to think of getting a terminal illness, or having a loved one suffer from a life-ending disease. Yet many of us still face these kinds of situations and the only thing we can do is to try to make the best of it. It is estimated that seventy million people can … read more

July 30, 2018

Stay Safe While Swimming With These Important Tips

by DonateaCar Team

Children, Human Services

Safe Swimming American Red Cross Donate a Car

What more enjoyable way is there to relish the warm weather than a day at the beach or a dip in a pool. However, it is imperative to be safe when swimming and playing around water so everyone can enjoy a fun time. The American Red Cross is committed to preventing situations that may … read more

July 27, 2018

What is Hepatitis and How can I Prevent it

by DonateaCar Team

Health

Hepatitis Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Donate a Car

Right now there are 300 million individuals across the globe who have viral hepatitis and don’t even know it. Left undiagnosed and untreated, these people will continue to suffer and could lose their lives. July 28th has been designated as World Hepatitis Day, a day to raise awareness about hepatitis. As a non-profit that … read more

July 24, 2018

Charity Profile: House of Refuge – Helping Homeless Families Transition to Permanent Housing

by DonateaCar Team

Affordable Housing, Human Services

House of Refuge Transitional Housing for Homeless Donate a Car

On any given day in this country, half a million people are homeless with one-quarter of them being children. Many of these people cycle through hospitals, jails and homeless centers in search of a place to sleep. While some people might assume that homeless people are just too lazy to work, for the vast majority … read more

July 21, 2018

Employable Skills Students Must Learn for Future Career Success

by DonateaCar Team

Education

Ranken Technical College Employable Skills Donate a Car

For a high school graduate to have success in the workforce, he or she must have employable skills. While It’s true that technical skills and specific subject knowledge are very important to employers, employable skills are crucial for a student’s professional achievement. We’ve teamed up with Ranken Technical College to share the top employable … read more

July 17, 2018

Charity Profile: The Arc Oregon – Advocating for Full Inclusion of People with Disabilities

by DonateaCar Team

Human Rights, Human Services

Parents of children with special needs acutely understand the disappointment associated with their child not being involved with the learning, play and activities of other children. Many parents worry about how their kids will find independence as an adult. It can be very challenging at times to find the needed support for those with developmental … read more