We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the participants of our recent Drive For Your Community event. Thanks to the incredible support from our valued customers and the local community, the event was a resounding success. Join us as we celebrate the highlights of this remarkable occasion, featuring the organizations involved and the generous donations that were made.
A Drive for a Cause
Over the course of the event, we had the pleasure of hosting a total of 342 test drives. This impressive turnout demonstrated the enthusiasm and support of our community for charitable causes.
Top Organizations and Bonuses
Among the 27 organizations that participated, Immanuel Lutheran School stood out as the leader, garnering the most test drives not just on one day, but throughout the entire event. As a result, they received a well-deserved bonus of $125. Additionally, the Stetsonville Fire Department tied for the most drives on Sunday and was awarded a bonus of $25.
Supporting Local Causes
The Drive For Your Community event was an opportunity for us to give back to various organizations that play a vital role in our community. Each test drive was assigned a monetary value, with $10 donated per drive. The following is a breakdown of the donations made:
- Aspirus Medford Foundation: 2 drives, $20 donated
- Holway Sluggers: 8 drives, $80 donated
- Hope Hospice & Palliative Care: 21 drives, $210 donated
- Huey’s Hideaway: 9 drives, $90 donated
- Immanuel Lutheran School: 57 drives, $570 + $125 bonus = $695 donated
- Indianhead Food Pantry: 3 drives, $30 donated
- Medford Kiwanis: 1 drive, $10 donated
- Medford Archery Club: 12 drives, $120 donated
- Medford Hockey and Figure Skating: 29 drives, $290 donated
- Medford City Baseball: 2 drives, $20 donated
- Medford Curling Club: 25 drives, $250 donated
- Medford Library Shakes and Wiggles: 16 drives, $160 donated
- Medford Lions Club: 7 drives, $70 donated
- Medford Youth Soccer Association: 10 drives, $100 donated
- Our Lady of Perpetual Help: 1 drive, $10 donated
- Rib Lake COMPS: 16 drives, $160 donated
- Rib Lake Economic Development: 7 drives, $70 donated
- Ruby’s Pantry: 7 drives, $70 donated
- Sand Box Child Care & Preschool: 2 drives, $20 donated
- Stetsonville Fire Department: 28 drives, $280 + $25 bonus = $305 donated
- Taylor County Human Services: 1 drive, $10 donated
- Taylor County Humane Society: 29 drives, $290 donated
- Taylor County Moving for a Cure: 5 drives, $50 donated
- Taylor County Supportive Housing: 11 drives, $110 donated
- United Way of Taylor County: 3 drives, $30 donated
- VFW Post 5729: 17 drives, $170 donated
- Whittlesey Lions Club: 13 drives, $130 donated
Total Community Donation
Thanks to the incredible participation and support, we are proud to announce that we will be donating a grand total of $3,570 to our community. These funds will go a long way in supporting the important work carried out by these organizations.
A Big Thank You!
With sincere gratitude, we want to thank each and every individual, organization, and community member who came together to be a part of the Drive For Your Community event. Together, we have created a meaningful and positive impact on our local community, providing support to causes that truly make a difference. Your participation and boundless generosity have left an indelible mark, and we eagerly anticipate future opportunities to continue contributing to the well-being of our beloved community.
Head to the Medford Motors Facebook page to see more photos from the event!