WHEELS OF SUCCESS, INC.
TAMPA, FLORIDA

Wheels of Success, Inc., founded in June 2003 and incorporated under the Florida business registry with the Filings ID number N03000005146, is a nonprofit organization based in Tampa, Hillsborough County, FL. Its mission centers on providing personal transportation solutions to foster independence and sustain employment within communities through various supportive measures such as car repairs, vehicle replacement services, licensing assistance, structured payment plans for vehicles, and comprehensive car-care education programs. Catering to families across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties, the organization embodies a 'Pay it Forward' philosophy where clients purchase their provided vehicles via manageable payments tailored to their ability to pay and contribute five service hours monthly. With key officers such as President Susan Jacobs, Secretary Eric Esq. Nowak, and Chairman John Punzak steering its operations, Wheels of Success continues to make impactful contributions towards individual success stories. Notably, the organization received 16 cars during an episode of the Queen Latifah Show, highlighting its effectiveness in garnering support for vehicle donations or even non-operational vehicles. The organization remains responsive and innovative, addressing crucial needs through initiatives that facilitate job attendance and stability as illustrated by personal narratives from clients like Nikita—a veteran and single mother—and Melinda, a former military servicewoman pursuing financial independence after homelessness. Shaka's potential promotion and Tanya's path to breaking away from her past underscore the transformative nature of Wheels of Success vehicles in changing lives. For further information or involvement, Wheels of Success can be reached via their website at wheelsofsuccess.com or through phone contact at (813) 498-0102. Their last annual report was filed on April 24, 2024, for the year ending that same year, maintaining transparency and adherence to regulatory requirements within its nonprofit activities.