Did West Herr Subaru of Orchard Park go above and beyond, provide exceptional service, or support causes that are important to you? We'd love to hear about it.
We are honored to be nationally recognized by Subaru of America, Inc. for our dedication to living the Subaru Love Promise.
The 2026 Subaru Love Promise HEART Award recognizes Subaru retailers who use the principles of HEART: Honesty, Empathy, Appreciation, and Respect to earn your Trust.
We have been recognized for providing exemplary customer service and staying committed to our community.
Here at West Herr Subaru of Orchard Park, we love making a positive impact on the lives of all of our customers, employees, and neighbors. We thank you for your support.
The Subaru Love Promise® is our vision to show love and respect to all people at every interaction with Subaru. Subaru and our retailers believe every day gives us an opportunity to positively impact the world around us – by how we support each other, our customers, and our community. Together, we are committed to making the world a better place.
The Love Promise is what makes Subaru More Than a Car Company® and a Subaru retailer More Than a Car Dealer®. It sets a standard that we are committed to living every day.
At West Herr Subaru of Orchard Park, we believe in being a positive force in our community, not just with donations, but with actions that set an example for others to follow. We aim to make the world a better place through several key initiatives that help support and protect people, pets, and our planet:
Did West Herr Subaru of Orchard Park go above and beyond, provide exceptional service, or support causes that are important to you? We'd love to hear about it.
SUBMIT A STORYProviding comfort, hope, and confidence to children in urgent need
Subaru and its retailers partner with Operation Warm® to visit local homeless shelters and support agencies to provide children with brand-new necessities like coats, shoes, and socks.
These essential items not only help keep children protected, warm, and dry, they can also have a significant impact on a child’s mental and emotional well-being.
Through this partnership and other historical Subaru Loves to Help efforts, Subaru and retailers like us will have supported over 1 million children and adults in urgent need nationwide.
At Subaru, we believe what we leave behind is a reflection of who we are. That’s why Subaru and our retailers partner with the Arbor Day Foundation (TM) to provide and distribute 100,000 regionally appropriate trees across the country. We’re proud to establish the largest corporate tree distribution ever. Through this and other Subaru Loves the Earth initiatives, Subaru and our retailers have helped distribute and plant over 1.1 million trees.
Subaru believes we should all have a chance to lead a healthy life. That’s why for over 10 years, Subaru and its retailers like us have partnered with Blood Cancer United® and our local hospital to give warm blankets and encouraging messages of hope, written by our employees and customers, to support our community members living with cancer. Through our combined efforts during this partnership, we have supported over 550,000 cancer patients nationwide. Together, we are proud to be Blood Cancer United’s largest automotive donor.
Subaru and its retailers, like us, are continuing our support of education and high-needs schools in our communities through Subaru Loves Learning(R) by providing teachers across the country with funding to purchase the school supplies and resources they know are needed to help students thrive in the classroom. Through our partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org, Subaru and its retailers have supported more than 950,000 students nationwide and are proud to be their largest corporate supporter.
Subaru believes all pets deserve a loving home. That's why retailers like us partner with our local animal welfare organization every October to provide direct financial assistance through a grant distributed by the ASPCA® and host pet events to help animals find loving homes. Through our partnership with local and national organizations, Subaru has donated over $70 million, supporting the rescue, adoption, and health of over 700,000 animals. We're proud to be the largest corporate donor to the ASPCA.
Subaru and its retailers believe in giving back to our communities. That's why for every new vehicle sold or leased during the Subaru Share the Love event, Subaru and its retailers, like us, makes a donation to national charities that our owners care about and to over 2,700 local charities where Subaru owners live and work.
Now, after 17 years, Subaru and our retailers have donated nearly $320 million to charity all to give back and to make the world a better place.
Our Love Promise can be seen in various partnerships with local charities and non-profits. We're grateful for the opportunity, not only to be a part of our community, but to serve it as well.
7 Hearts Maternity Rescue
FeedMore WNY|Cradle Beach|Boys and Girls Club of Buffalo
St. Mary's School for the Deaf
Arbor Day Foundation
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Subaru and West Herr Subaru of Orchard Park believe in making a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work. We uphold that belief through our Love Promise Community Commitment. Every month, we select inspiring stories from customers and partners from around our area who strive to support our collective commitment and feature them here.
The harsh winter weather in Buffalo New York can be unforgiving. For many of the families we serve at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo, purchasing a new winter coat is not always a simple expense, it can mean stretching an already tight budget or making difficult financial choices. Thanks to the generous donation of brand-new winter coats from West Herr Subaru, our clubhouse members are staying warm, confident, and feel cared for. A new coat is more than just winter gear, it provides comfort, confidence, and the ability to fully participate in school and Club activities without worrying about the cold. For families, it offers peace of mind knowing their child is properly equipped for the season. This generous contribution directly supports the health, well-being, and stability of the families we serve, and a reminder that our community stands behind its families, ensuring every child feels supported, protected, and valued.
West Herr Subaru has been and continues to be a generous, caring, and deeply supportive community partner of St. Marys School for the Deaf in Buffalo, NY. Their thoughtfulness and compassion for our students is truly heartwarming and sincerely appreciated. In addition to their support for our students, West Herr Subaru consistently demonstrates care for our teachers and staff, helping to strengthen our school community and enhance the learning environment. Our teachers are especially grateful for the school supplies donated at the start of the year, which directly supported classroom instruction and ensured students had the materials they needed to be successful. Representatives from West Herr Subaru also take the time to attend annual school events, such as the Talent Show and the holiday BPO concert, further demonstrating their genuine commitment to our students and school community. We are truly thankful for West Herr Subarus continued partnership and dedication to education and student success.
West Herr Subaru recently Shared the Love Love with FeedMore WNY when they presented an incredible donation of $46,570 as part of the annual Subaru Share the Love Event. Through Subaru the Love, Subaru of America, Inc. and West Herr Subaru of Orchard Park donated a portion of proceeds from each new purchased, leased, and serviced vehicles to FeedMore. Since 2014, West Herr Subaru has raised over a half million dollars to support food insecurity in the Western New York community.
On December 6th, we hosted our friends at 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue, our customers and community for an adoption event and pet photos with Santa! This event has been a tail wagging good time for many years with all proceeds benefiting 7 Hearts. They provide pregnant dogs, moms with litters & orphaned pups a safe place to go, away from the stress and dangers of euthanasia and disease. This organization does not receive government funding and relies on private donations. West Herr Subaru is proud to partner with 7 Hearts through Subaru Loves Pets and fundraisers throughout the year. Laurie and her team have become family and remind us we are more than a car dealer!
When a customer of ours took delivery of her new Subaru she asked if our dealership would be willing to help her bring author Eric Litwin to the school where she teaches. We were happy to make sure the beloved Pete the Cat author could make it to the Bennet Park Montessori Center for an amazing interactive session. The students & teachers were so engaged with Mr. Litwin while he played the guitar, danced and sang with the kids. The highlight was reading and singing the famous Pete the Cat I Love My White Shoes. This event was so impactful, helping these young children find the true magic and fun in reading.
Cradle Beach provides transformational experiences for children and adults through our overnight summer camp, respite programs, senior services and retreat facilities. We specialize in bringing together individuals with and without disabilities and/or with economic disadvantages. Our summer camp program takes place on our 66-acre campus and children stay overnight for a week at a time. One of the most magical days during each camp session is called Sunshine Day. This long-standing camp tradition takes place during evening programing and mimics a carnival, where campers participate in games, win prizes, enjoy yummy snacks and do fun activities. Each session’s Sunshine Day is made possible through a group of volunteers who donate both their time and funding to make these memorable activities possible. West Herr Subaru has been a vital Sunshine Day sponsor for the past two summers. They put the sunshine in Sunshine Day by going above and beyond to provide magical experiences to our campers. The Subaru team creates so much joy as volunteers and puts in extra effort to ensure the activities are ones that our campers will enjoy and remember throughout the entire year. This past summer, West Herr Subaru provided a photobooth, s’mores, bracelet making, face painting, balloon artistry, and West Herr edition football cards and pins. Our campers with disabilities and/or from disadvantaged circumstances would not typically be able to participate in these types of activities. The generosity of the West Herr Subaru team makes these magical moments possible, and we can see on the children’s faces just how impactful this day is and what it means to our campers. We are beyond grateful for the abundance of time that goes into planning this special day. The West Herr Subaru team is a truly magical group of people! They have a profound impact on our campers, organization and our mission. The memories they help create stay with our campers long after they go home. In addition to Sunshine Day support, Cradle Beach is a recipient of the Subaru Share the Love campaign. For nearly a decade, West Herr Subaru has helped change the lives of thousands of children in our community by donating almost $300,000 to Cradle Beach. These funds make overnight summer camp a reality for children with disabilities and for children living in underprivileged households. Without West Herr Subaru, these essential experiences would not be possible! Cradle Beach is much more than just a summer camp. Here we are developing social-emotional skills, making life-long friendships, creating a community of inclusion and ensuring that every single child feels loved, accepted and safe. We provide a community for children who are longing for connection. West Herr Subaru makes all of this possible through their Share the Love support. We are incredibly grateful for their generosity, their friendship, and their dedication to the children of Cradle Beach and our long-standing mission!
On June 18, West Herr Subaru of Orchard Park, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – Eastern Great Lakes Region, and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center came together for a powerful moment of connection. They heard firsthand how the Subaru Loves to Care initiative has touched the life of one courageous individual who has been fighting blood cancer (leukemia) for over 20 years. In an emotional and inspiring exchange, the patient shared how something as simple as a blanket and a handwritten message of hope brought comfort during the most difficult days of treatment. It wasn’t just the gesture—it was the feeling of being seen, supported, and not alone. A heartfelt thank you to West Herr Subaru, whose generosity over the past decade has provided more than 1,000 blankets to local blood cancer patients in Western New York. Your unwavering commitment to our community truly makes a difference. This is the heart of the Subaru Loves to Care initiative: Connection. Compassion. Community.
Imagine going without a coat, shoes, or even socks. For millions of children and adults experiencing homelessness and other urgent need situations across the country, even here in Orchard Park, this is a harsh reality. Helping others strengthens communities, which is why West Herr Subaru is partnering with Operation Warm®, a national nonprofit focused on connecting children with the resources they need to thrive. Through this partnership and other Subaru Loves to Help® efforts, Subaru and retailers like West Herr Subaru have helped nearly 900,000 children and adults in urgent need. On 02/03/2025, West Herr Subaru donated 204 coats to Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo. These essential items not only help keep children protected, warm, and dry, it can have a significant impact on a child's mental and emotional well-being.
West Herr Subaru of Orchard Park welcomed customers, friends, family, and members of our community for pet and family pictures with Santa! This is an annual event that has been a fan favorite with proceeds benefiting our local animal rescues! White Whisker Senior Dog Sanctuary joined in the fun at the store too! Guests were entered to win and autographed Josh Allen football and all received a complimentary holiday bandana and goodie bag.
It’s no secret we believe every pet deserves a loving home. That’s why we were thrilled to host another Subaru Loves Pets event on October 26th in partnership with 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue, a local organization dedicated to rescuing and rehoming pets in need. Families had the chance to meet adorable, adoptable pets and welcome a new furry friend into their lives. Subaru provided “Chewbaroos” squeaky pet toys and new parent pet kits to help families start their journey with their new pets. In addition to the adoption festivities, Subaru of America and West Herr Subaru donated a combined $6,000 to 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue. This contribution will support the organization’s vital work, including medical care, fostering, and matching pets with their forever families. We’re proud to support the mission of 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue and look forward to making even more furry connections in the future.
In August, West Herr Subaru teamed up with our friends at Cradle Beach Camp for a magical event called Sunshine Day. Cradle Beach Camp empowers children with special needs and those in underserved communities to become their best selves through enriching, inclusive experiences. To support their incredible work, we created a memorable camp-themed evening filled with laughter, creativity, and connection. The event featured activities designed to bring smiles to everyone participating. From jewelry-making kits that sparked creativity to balloon making, every corner of Sunshine Day was brimming with joy. Kids also enjoyed sweet treats at the s'more-making station, friendly games of flag football, and face painting. Our team of volunteers from Subaru Orchard Park and Subaru Lockport worked together to bring the event to life, a testament to the power of coming together for a great cause. In addition to the event’s festivities, West Herr Subaru was honored to present Cradle Beach Camp with a check for over $42,000 as part of our Subaru Share The Love event. This donation will help Cradle Beach continue its mission of supporting young people through healthy, empowering experiences. Looking back, we’re reminded of the immense impact a little love can have on the community. Sunshine Day was a great way to connect and make memories that will last a lifetime. We look forward to our next Cradle Beach Camp collaboration!
West Herr Subaru was delighted to donate blankets and messages of hope to the patients at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, NY. Thanks to Subaru’s long standing partnership with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, we were able to share kindness and hope with those who need it most. For us, this opportunity goes beyond providing warmth and comfort. Supporting those facing cancer in our community is something we’ve cared about deeply for years. West Herr’s dedication to cancer care and research reaches far beyond the realms of the Subaru Loves to Care initiative. Our CEO Scott Bieler is a philanthropist dedicated to supporting those fighting cancer. He’s served on the board of Roswell Park for more than two decades. In 2016, the Scott Bieler Clinical Sciences Center opened as a new pillar of hope. It includes a Breast Oncology Center that offers the latest approaches for risk management and the diagnosis, a Breast Imaging Center offering screening and diagnostics, an expanded Chemotherapy and Infusion Center, and a Gynecology Center that offers advanced screening approaches and cutting-edge therapies. The facility expands programs and services across every area of Roswell Park’s comprehensive cancer center operations, and it was the first clinical expansion in nearly two decades when it opened. In 2023, the Scott Bieler Amherst Center opened to extend Roswell Park’s outstanding cancer care to those in the northern suburbs of Buffalo. Scott’s devotion to improving the lives of cancer patients in Western New York and strengthening the mission to find a cure aligns with the core values of all West Herr dealerships and is reflected in our employees, who are always willing to get involved. Bringing a smile to the faces of our friends and neighbors is just another way West Herr Subaru cares for our community. We’re proud to be More than a Car Dealer. Pictured: Justin Morgante, Amanda Westley, Alicia Larson, and Janice, a Roswell Park volunteer.
FeedMore WNY is incredibly grateful for our continued partnership with West Herr Subaru. They have been dedicated partners to FeedMore, supporting community members in Erie, Niagara, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua counties through volunteerism, donations, and of course, through their Share the Love event. From the start of our collaboration in 2014, West Herr has donated over $418,000 to uplift our efforts and help alleviate food insecurity in our community. This kindness allows FeedMore to allocate dollars to our vital programs and services that relieve hunger, including Meals on Wheels, the Food Bank of WNY, the RISE workforce development program, and more. Most recently, we were presented with a generous check for $48,533.34 at FeedMore’s Sweet Expectations event. Many thanks to the WH members of the event committee for sharing their time and talents, and to the organization for acting as a Gold Sponsor. It could not have happened without you. This occasion is just one example of the genuine care and attention we’ve received from the West Herr Subaru team. Throughout the years and especially during the pandemic, WH employees like Amanda Westley and Luke Churik have spent time with our team, triaging phone calls and rolling up their sleeves at our distribution centers to help us with the unprecedented volume of calls and requests for assistance. West Herr is always willing to jump in– in any capacity. We cannot stress enough how grateful we are for their time, expertise, and generosity. We at FeedMore are passionate about the work we do, and realize without these efforts, there would be many in our region who would go without consistent or complete meals. The crisis is very real, and the need is very immediate. In addition to helping local families put food on the table, we are striving to relieve the pressure on other area organizations, including our own facilities, during a time of increased food instability. Our friends at West Herr Subaru have time and time again helped FeedMore have a direct, positive impact on families throughout Western New York. We appreciate all you do. As always, we look forward to our next collaboration! -Catherine Schick, Public Relations Manager for FeedMore WNY [Pictured: Justin Morgante, Amanda Westley, Chuck Hardy, and Tara Ellis, President and CEO of FeedMore WNY]
We are so grateful to the staff at West Herr Subaru for helping our members at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo Babcock Clubhouse choose a new pair of sneakers as part of Operation Warm. After putting on a pair of sneakers that fit, the kids challenged a few of the staff from Subaru with a foot race across the gym. Subaru employees also painted a sunset with a group of kids while others played a competitive game of Foosball. Members went home with a new pair of sneakers, 2 pairs of socks and big smiles!
We were honored to team up with Wells Fargo & the Military Warriors Support Foundation to award U.S. Army Staff Sergeant John Stanz with a payment free, 2024 Subaru Outback as part of the #Transportation4Heroes program at this year's Tee It Up for the Troops / Wanakah golf event ❤️ 💙 🇺🇸 #WestHerrCares #SubaruLovePromise
We had the privilege of donating to Moving Honors National EMS Memorial Service, an organization that recognizes and remembers the first responders who have lost their lives in the line-of-duty. The cross-country procession passed through Buffalo, honoring a local hero that made the ultimate sacrifice, Mercy Flight Pilot James Sauer. 🇺🇸💙 #SubaruLovePromise #WestHerrCares
In honor of our Subaru #SharetheLove Event, we are thrilled to donate to two very deserving organizations, Cradle Beach & FeedMore WNY! 💙 Both of these organizations do so much for our community & we are so proud to be able to give back! #SubaruLovePromise #WestHerrCares
It's always a good day when there's a dog at the office! 💙 We teamed up with Sit n' Stay Dog Training to educate the public on how to keep your four-legged friends safe while driving! 🐾 #DogsofWestHerr #SubaruLovesPets
January 2023 West Herr Subaru's 3rd Annual Santa Paws benefiting 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue of Western New York. Our community came out in full force to West Herr Subaru for their Holiday Pet pics with Santa. $1,000 dollars raised in one day! These funds will be used toward food, toys, vet bills and the rescue of doggy mommas and their pups! Helping our furry friend community is another reason West Herr Subaru is More Than a Car Dealer.
February 2023 Subaru and West Herr Subaru believe in helping those in need! For Subaru Loves to Help Month we partnered with the Buffalo City Mission. Socks are the most requested item by homeless shelters, and we were humbled to provide 500 pairs for those experiencing homelessness. This initiate is part of the Subaru Love Promise, our commitment to improving lives in the community we live and work. And it's just one of the reasons why West Herr Subaru is More than a Car Dealer!
On Saturday February 18, 2023 West Herr Subaru took part in FeedMore WNY's annual peanut butter drive Spread the Love! The team packed and delivered 700 lbs of peanut butter in our Subaru Forester. Peanut Butter is vital to our community as a non-perishable protein!
Partnered with the Orchard Park Police Department, West Herr Subaru held its annual Child Safety Seat Check. Certified officers were on hand to expertly check the installation and expiration of car or booster seats. A balloon artist and ice cream cart were also on hand for extra fun for the whole family!
Our rescue has been fortunate enough to have worked with West Herr Subaru and Subaru over the past couple of years. We have held several events with West Herr and are so grateful for all they have done for us and the dogs we rescue. Over the past year we have definitely seen a change in the way dogs are adopted and unfortunately sometimes given up on. Because of the generosity of Subaru and West Herr we have been able to provide lifesaving open heart surgery to 2 puppy mill dogs that would not have otherwise survived. More recently we have been able to provide a puppy needed blood transfusions and IVs after being found on the side of the road with his mother that had died after being hit by a car. West Herr Subaru makes such and difference in the lives of these dogs, because of their generosity and kindness many dogs have been able to get much needed care and rehabilitation in order to go on and lead full lives. Thank you West Herr Subaru for all you do for these dogs! Below are just a few of the dogs that have been adopted at West Herr Subaru events (there are many more).
My name is Carol Clark-Osuch and I am the middle/high school science teacher at St. Mary's School for the Deaf in Buffalo, NY. Over the past 14 years at the school I have had the opportunity to work with the most amazing students. To best meet the needs of my students, visual and hands on materials are always needed to provide my students with best possible education. West Herr Subaru graciously donated funds and supplies that enable my students to be successful in the classroom. From the bottom of our hearts here at St. Mary's School for the Deaf, we would like to thank West Herr Subaru for their kindness and generosity.
On the six-month anniversary of the mass shooting at the Buffalo Tops Friendly Markets, Tri-State Canine Response Team sends its heartfelt thanks and gratitude to our partners and friends at West Herr Subaru. The dealership generously donated toward the cost of our crisis response team deployment to the area in May. Five Tri-State human/canine teams and an additional crisis counselor provided trauma support for Tops supermarket employees, first responders, law enforcement, local school children, and the grieving community. After we served for five long and daunting days on the ground, West Herr Subaru staff welcomed our teams into their dealership home with open arms. They blessed us with doggie and human gifts as well as the generous donation. Six months later, we remain deeply touched by their generosity, support, and encouragement. Thank you, West Herr Subaru!
On Saturday October 22nd over 30 friends participated in the 3rd annual “Carving for a Cause,” a pumpkin carving event held annually in support of a charity. This years recipient was Gay and Lesbian Youth Services of WNY “GLYS” GLYS builds affirming cultures and supportive communities for youth of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. In addition, GLYS provides a safe and positive environment for LGBTQ+ youth to learn more about themselves through peer interaction and educational experiences. With the support of West Herr Subaru we were able to raise over $1300 in support of GLYS’ mission, programming and community outreach throughout WNY. A big “Thank You” to West Herr Subaru in helping us raise money for in support of our youth.
Autumn, a 7 pound young Chihuahua mix from Texas, was left behind by her family. She was found by the local dog control officers in an abandoned house, alone with her 8 newborn pups. There was no food or water and she was shaking, frightened and hungry when she was taken from that horrible place. 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue received an urgent plea for this mom and her babies in need of rescue. If rescue wasn't secured for them quickly, they were facing possible euthanasia. Autumn and her 8 babies were flown from TX to NY, where a loving foster mom was anxiously awaiting their arrival. In the beginning, poor Autumn was terrified of everyone and everything. As the weeks passed, Autumn came to realize that she and her babies were finally safe and she began to respond to the foster family with love and trust. Just weeks before Autumn's pups were old enough to be adopted into forever homes, we got the terrible news that Autumn had tested positive for Heartworm. Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease. Unfortunately heartworm treatment requires a long, painful and expensive treatment process. Well, when the folks at West Herr Subaru in Orchard Park, NY heard of Autumn's story, they immediately stepped in to help. Not only did they host an event to help the rescue get exposure to find loving forever homes for Autumn's 8 puppies, they also donated a check for $500 to go towards her treatment. Autumn's puppies are now all living healthy, happy lives with their forever families. Autumn remained with her foster family throughout the long and painful treatment, but once it was completed and she was finally given a clean bill of health, Autumn also found a family of her own and is living the best life a dog could possibly hope for. She was renamed Julia and even has her own Facebook page. 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue will be forever grateful to West Herr Subaru for the kindness, compassion and support they provided, which helped Autumn and her little family get through that terrible time and go on to live happily ever after!
7 Hearts Maternity Rescue would like to say thank you to West Herr Subaru for their generosity during Subaru loves pets month. October 16, 2021 we held an adoption event at West Herr Subaru, the staff was wonderful and so kind to our available dogs and puppies. Two of our puppies went to their forever homes during the event and Subaru got to share that with us. We are so grateful to West Herr Subaru for selecting our rescue for their Subaru loves pets month. All the donations we receive go right back to our pregnant dogs, new litters of puppies and to saving more dogs from shelters and poor situations.
My summer school was having a fun day and needed donations of various things. I reached out to West Herr Subaru and they donated over 300 water bottles for the teachers, students and staff. They delivered them to us and it was such a great experience! Our students were so thankful to have their support!!
Peanut butter is a great kid-friendly source of protein. The Spread the Love peanut butter drive for FeedMore WNY was created to provide this essential food source to families in need throughout Western New York. Thanks to a generous donation from West Herr Subaru, FeedMore WNY was able to provide this important food item to hungry families and to children assisted by its BackPack Program. (FeedMore WNY’s BackPack Program provides vulnerable children with bags of kid-friendly food to take home on the weekends when they are not in school to receive free breakfast and lunch.) West Herr Subaru donated 264 pounds of food to the drive, including 240 jars of peanut butter. This donation helped fill bellies and spread smiles on the faces of children across Western New York. Thank you, West Herr Subaru!
As the Thanksgiving season approached, the employees at West Herr Subaru were fortunate enough to be deemed essential and continued working during the pandemic. Which provided them the opportunity to donate nonperishable food items to families in need around Western New York. Especially families who have been strongly affected by this global pandemic. West Herr Subaru and their employees donated tons of nonperishable items and 5,000 turkeys to distribute to our fellow Western New Yorkers. In collaboration with our partners at Subaru, we were able to use West Herr Subaru reusable bags for not only that day, but for their shopping needs throughout the year. We continue to strive to help our community and our neighbors whenever possible in the spirit of Thanksgiving.
Uncertain, Difficult & Unprecedented are all words that we have used to describe this year. Like many others, the COVID-19 Pandemic made a dramatic impact on Cradle Beach as an organization. Programming came to an abrupt halt, leaving many of our families without the services that they desperately need and leaving our organization at a loss financially. Each year, West Herr Subaru provides us with a generous and heartfelt gift. This year, that gift meant more to us than they know. Thanks to the dedicated and generous staff at West Herr, we were able to creatively fulfill our mission through virtual programs and activities, hand delivered camper gift bags, the implementation of our new Family Camping Program and offering our Summer in the City Program at limited capacity. All of those initiatives have led us to a very positive turning point in our organization. In September, our Respite Program was able to resume. The program started small, but as of November is growing and transitioning to its traditional weekend overnight format, meaning we can provide services to even more children and families! Without the support of West Herr Subaru we are uncertain where our organization would be. Their generosity and support helped us to change our perspective. During a time of uncertainty and frustration we were able to transform our outlook and focus on innovation and perseverance. We are so thankful for the guidance and support that we continuously receive from West Herr through their Share The Love Event and many other initiatives. Their support has allowed us to spread hope, joy and friendship. They have provided countless life-changing opportunities to children with disabilities and children living in underserved communities. When we think of West Herr Subaru we can't help but imagine the children of Cradle Beach smiling, playing, learning and growing together. To our friends and generous supporters at West Herr- THANK YOU!
Thank you to West Herr Subaru and to everyone who took part in the 2019-2020 Share the Love campaign! From November 14, 2019 through January 2, 2020, West Herr Subaru customers were able to designate a donation to several charities, including FeedMore WNY. The annual fundraising event raised $33,770 for FeedMore WNY! These funds will help FeedMore WNY further our mission of offering dignity, hope and a brighter future by providing nutritious food, friendship and skills training to our WNY neighbors in need.
The SPCA Serving Erie County is so grateful for the love, compassion, and dedication of the team at West Herr Subaru. Their commitment to the animals in our community and making sure they are safe and cared for is amazing, and the animals (and everyone at the SPCA) are lucky to have their support! We partnered up again for this year's Subaru Loves Pets promotion and they helped earn us $3,100 to be put directly into the care of the animals at the shelter. Because at least 31 animals were adopted during the month of October, they were recognized by Subaru to gain the donation. Thank you for helping to increase viewership of our animals awaiting to find homes, especially the underdogs who sometimes get overlooked...like Theodore Flash who you featured most! Thank you for continuing to share your huge hearts with us!
The SPCA Serving Erie County is once again thrilled to have partnered up with West Herr Subaru for their Santa Paws event. West Herr Subaru hosted a pet photo session where families could capture their furry family members in holiday attire alongside the big, jolly guy in red, Santa Claus. Families also enjoyed some holiday activities and treats during their visit. The proceeds of the photo shoot were then donated to the animals who are still looking for a home this holiday season. Thank you for creating special memories for pets with families and providing love for animals during their stay with us until they find their forever homes. Happy Holidays!!
West-Herr Subaru recently donated several books to help support our Readers Workshop program. These books will be essential to classroom teachers as they work to build classroom libraries with high interest books. We greatly appreciate the support of West-Herr Subaru and value our partnership with such a generous community based company. Terence Tryon, Principal. Eggert Road Elementary School
Cradle Beach provides hope, opportunities and life changing experiences to children to disabilities and children from low income backgrounds. Cradle Beach is a place where children from all walks of life to can come together, where they can learn the meaning of acceptance, friendship, love, hope and compassion. The life lessons that the children of Cradle Beach learn changes their lives, builds character and helps them grow into the best possible version of themselves. Thanks to Subaru's Share the Love Event we can continue to change the lives of Western New York's most vulnerable children. More than 65% of the population we serve lives below the poverty live. Funds raised from Subaru's Share the Love Event will be used to send those children to camp this Summer. We are so incredibly thankful for the support we have received from West Herr Subaru over the past three years. Without you, we would not be able to change the lives of over 800 children this Summer.
The SPCA Serving Erie County is proud to have partnered with West Herr Subaru for this year's Subaru Loves Pets event.We received many wonderful items for our animals to help make their stay here at the shelter more comfortable and enjoyable until they find their new forever home. They also will have many great items to take home with them including toys, leashes, cleaning wipes, and bags for their owners to carry their belongings. On behalf of the board of directors, staff, volunteers, and most importantly, the animals, thank you for your thoughtful donation.
On Saturday October 26th we held a pumpkin carving event aptly named “Carving for a cause” with all donations to benefit Heart, Love and Soul a food pantry, dining room and social organization in Niagara Falls. We gathered to assist them in their capital campaign for their new Daybreak site! The new Daybreak site, a one-stop center, will provide an additional 6,000 sqare feet of shared space, where multiple agencies will co-locate to deliver employment, education, housing, health, legal, and other services. In addition the daybreak center will offer shower and laundry facilities, a multipurpose community room and computer lab. With the assistance of West Herr Subaru and the Share the Love campaign we were able to raise over $500.
West Herr Subaru continues to support the annual Ride for Roswell!
On Monday, July 22, the Western & Central New York Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and West Herr Subaru had the pleasure of delivering 80 blankets to Roswell as part of the Subaru Loves To Care program. These comforting gifts were accompanied by personalized messages of hope written by the customers and staff of West Herr Subaru.This incredible act of generosity was warmly received by the Roswell staff who were thrilled to distribute these comforting gifts to their patients. LLS is proud to partner with Subaru to spread hope, love and warmth to those fighting cancer, across the country and right here in the Buffalo community.
Thank you to Charles Hardy and West Herr for you support of the Buffalo Hockey Girls in the 2019 11 Day Power Play!
West Herr Subaru teamed up with the Orchard Park Police Department to host a car seat check event.
West Herr Subaru teamed up with the Orchard Park Police Department to host a car seat safety check & carnival as part of the Love Promise program.
West Herr Subaru recently “shared the love” with FeedMore WNY. From November 15, 2018 through January 2, 2019, as part of the annual “Share the Love” campaign, local Subaru dealers had the opportunity to add a local charity to the list of organizations to which purchasers could designate a donation. West Herr Subaru once again selected FeedMore WNY’s Meals on Wheels program. In conjunction with the year-end campaign, Subaru of America on behalf of West Herr Subaru, recently presented FeedMore WNY with a check for $53,600. “West Herr Subaru is honored to support FeedMore WNY’s Meals on Wheels program through our Share the Love campaign,” West Herr Subaru General Manager Chuck Hardy said. “FeedMore WNY’s Meals on Wheels program not only provides nutritious food, but also friendship, to our homebound community members. We sincerely thank our customers who make it possible for us to support this critical program.” “We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of everyone involved with this event including the West Herr owners, General Manager Chuck Hardy, the West Herr sales team, and our Western New York neighbors who have purchased or leased new cars and selected FeedMore WNY’s Meals on Wheels program as their charity of choice,” Lisa Woodring, FeedMore WNY chief development officer, said. “This incredible community support allows us to continue growing our Meals on Wheels program in order to feed more of our neighbors in need.”
West Herr Subaru supports the Buffalo Girls Hockey team in the 11 Day Power Play. This summer , more than 2500 pairs of skates will hit the ice to play in the 2019 11 Day Power Play community shifts at the Harborcenter in Buffalo. This event raises funds for cancer research, and wellness programs at Roswell Park, Camp Good Days and Make A Wish WNY.
West Herr Subaru teamed up with Awesome Paws Rescue to find a forever home for our furry friend, Harley!
Cradle Beach provides hope, opportunities, and life changing experiences for children with special needs and children who are economically disadvantaged to help them reach their full potential. We provide a place for children from all walks of life to come together, where they can learn the meaning of acceptance, friendship, love, hope and compassion. The life lessons that the children of Cradle Beach learn changes their life, builds character and helps them grow into the best possible version of themselves.Jack Monson, one of our campers is the perfect example of how Cradle Beach is changing lives! Jack’s mother, Amy, was not sure that Cradle Beach would be the right fit for her son, but after Jack’s first summer at camp, Amy is now certain that Cradle Beach is the place for him! “He had an awesome week just being a kid, not a kid with a disability, just a kid”, Amy says. “The change in him since camp has been amazing to see. The first thing I noticed was a huge increase in his language skills, he couldn’t stop talking about camp the entire ride home!” “His self-confidence and maturity increased dramatically as well.”Some of Jack’s favorite camp experiences were singing songs, making tie-dye shirts, swimming in the pool and making new friends. Jack says that this year, he wants to stay all summer long! Because of the tremendous support Cradle Beach receives from West Herr Subaru’s Share the Love Event we can continue to change the lives of over 800 children just like Jack this summer!
Here at Cradle Beach we believe all children deserve the same experiences regardless of their life outside of camp. We provide a healthy environment and organized activities to promote socialization, independence, and decision making in an atmosphere filled with love and acceptance. The CB’s Crusaders Campaign allows others to have the exceptional opportunity to give these same opportunities to a child in need right here in Western New York.John Conciardo, a Director of the West Herr Automotive Group,launched the CB’s Crusaders Campaign to raise $1 million dollars for Cradle Beach. Since the campaign’s launch in 2017, sixty people have joined CB’s Crusaders and have raised over $255,000 for the children of Cradle Beach! John’s passion and overwhelming support for Cradle Beach are remarkable. We cannot thank him enough for everything he does for our organization and for the children of Cradle Beach. He is truly a life changer.In addition to the support that JC has shown us, Cradle Beach has been fortunate enough to be the recipient of West Herr Subaru’s Share the Love Event for the past two years. Chuck Hardy, General Manager at West Herr Subaru has presented Cradle Beach with over $72,000. We are so thankful for the amount of support that Chuck and his team have shown Cradle Beach.Cradle Beach’s mission is to provide hope, opportunities and life changing experiences to children with disabilities and those who come from disadvantaged backgrounds to help them reach their full potential. Proceeds from the CB’s Crusader Campaign and Subaru’s Share the Love Event allow us to follow through with our mission and serve the children of Cradle Beach to our absolute best potential.To JC, Chuck and everyone at West Herr, we cannot thank you enough!
A high school math class from St. Mary’s School for the Deaf visited West Herr Subaru in order to learn about the difference between buying and leasing a car. The students also discussed purchasing a pre-owned car, making a down payment, and how to complete all need forms. The employees from the dealership were amazing with the students. They answered all the students' questions and took their time to explain each topic. This visit was extremely beneficial to our students and provided experience-based leaving which is crucial for learning. We truly enjoyed our visit and hope to visit again. Thank you to the employees of West Herr Subaru and Amanda Westley.
The Orchard Park Starz 16u Travel Softball team is dedicated to developing our young athletes into confident, strong, and independent young women. Similar to West Herr Subaru, the cornerstones of our Orchard Park Starz Travel Softball team are a positive attitude, hard work, teamwork, and respect. West Herr Subaru has decided to generously sponsor our team and their sponsorship will help supply our team with the tools necessary to compete at the highest level in the Northeast. This Starz team recently finished 4-1, and a Semi-Finalist, in a very competitive 18u tournament. Thanks to sponsors such as West Herr Subaru, we have the resources necessary to begin our offseason training program to compete in some of the best tournaments in the Northeast. Thank you West Herr Subaru for your incredible support!
West Herr Subaru has generously decided to sponsor the North Cheektowaga Amateur Athletic Association’s(NCAAA) baseball program for 2019. The lessons learned by participation in organized sports extend well beyond the actual game. West Herr Subaru has made it a mission to make a difference in the local WNY community. NCAAA thanks you for your support!!!
The Hamburg Hawks 2006 travel hockey team is one of the best teams in NYState and ranked high in USA Hockey North American hockey rankings. They have been together for over 6 years. The players on our team come from far away as Bradford Pa to be part of the 06 Hawks. Our travel plays in Montreal, Notre Dame, Nashville, Cleveland, Lake Placid, Pittsburgh and throughout Canada to name a few. We are blessed to have had the best coaching staff in USA hockey. Our coaches not only teach the skills needed to be a competitive team in North American Hockey they teach valuable life skills. We are so thankful for the support of West Herr Subaru in helping us represent WNY so proudly. We like to think our team is as rugged and dependable as a Subaru!
West Herr's Director of Variable Operations, John Conciardo, created the Crusaders as a way to further assist Cradle Beach in their mission. A Crusader is someone willing to go above and beyond for the Children of Cradle Beach by agreeing to raise/donate at least $100 a month. At West Herr Subaru, we are proud to have multiple Crusaders, including Dan Kowsky, Frank Comisso, Chuck Hardy, Mike Budniewski and Ryan Klass. West Herr Subaru also donates to Cradle Beach annually as part of the Love Promise program. Highlight and right click the follow to see and learn more about about Promise! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfxRoGeSzEM&feature=youtu.be
West Herr Automotive Group, led by partners, Scott Bieler, president, Brad Hafner, Bill Loecher and John Wabick has been supporting our community’s local non-profits for over four decades. Many of us know the popular jingle from their famous ad campaign – “Welcome to West Herr New York.” This saying rings true in so many ways, as the West Herr family supports many worthwhile organizations. West Herr Automotive Group began its relationship with the Hospice Foundation in 1998 after partner, John Wabick’s, parents were cared for by the Hospice Buffalo team. West Herr’s partnership spans the entire calendar year, and their financial support benefits not only our major fundraising events, but gives back to our patients and families as well. After their personal experience with Hospice Buffalo, the West Herr Automotive Group presented Hospice with a $150,000 gift in 2004 to renovate & complete a full service on-campus Bistro. The West Herr Comfort Café serves as a relaxing environment for family members, volunteers and staff to go for a hot lunch or dinner, coffee or a soda. John Wabick is a Hospice Foundation Board member. His son-in-law, Nathan Wintringer, is the team captain for the Hospice Memorial Walk West Herr corporate team and before that, Nate’s wife, Jamie, served as their captain. Since 2008, the West Herr team has raised more than $207,000, making them the top corporate fundraising team every year. In addition, West Herr is the number one selling corporate pre-sale company for the Hospice Spring Bouquet Sale, selling more than 500 bouquets through their dealerships. They provide an annual donation to offset the cost of rental cars to deliver bouquets to 450 schools and corporations in the Western New York area. West Herr has supported the Harvest Fest through table sponsorships and donated a luxury car for the event’s raffle for several years. They have sponsored the annual Summer Affair event at RiverWorks. West Herr and John Wabick have also lent their time and talents to produce television spots to promote Hospice Buffalo’s mission in partnership with WKBW-TV and Linda Pellegrino. Since 1998, West Herr Automotive Group has given in excess of $557,000 to support Hospice Buffalo. According to John Wabick, the need and want to support Hospice was a “natural fit.” Hospice Buffalo has touched the lives of many West Herr associates and employees. “In all that time, we have never had one complaint. Our employees have been blown away by their experiences with Hospice Buffalo. This is a true testament to the organization,” states John. On behalf of Hospice Buffalo and all those in our community, thank you to our West Herr family for their many years of support. The lasting impact West Herr has on our community truly makes our community “West Her New York."
The Subaru Buffalo 4 Mile Chase is one of the oldest road races in Buffalo. A near record crowd withstood record-breaking heat to make 2018 one of the most successful in its 38-year history. With the help and support of the team from West Herr Subaru, we were able to draw over 1100 runners. All proceeds from the Subaru Buffalo 4 Mile Chase directly benefit ECMC's plans to build a new state of the art Level 1 Trauma Center and Emergency Department. ECMC is proud to be there for our community when it needs us most, and we thank the West Herr Subaru Team for being there for us when we need support.
Cradle Beach Camp located in Angola, NY serves children with developmental disabilities and from low-income backgrounds. This year we were able to send over 700 children to our camp. It is a 8-10 day residential overnight camp where kids can be kids. Cradle Beach is a safe place for kids to be themselves and it provides new and joyful experiences for them to grow into their best selves.
West Herr Subaru has considerately decided to donate to Buffalo Bisons 19U Girls Hockey. The impact of every donation is felt and appreciated as this is a travel team that is wholly supported by the families and fundraising efforts. The impact is even greater when a company such as West Herr Subaru chooses to recognize the hard work and dedication of the girls on the team. The generosity of this donation will help in acquiring new jerseys for the team.
The Hamburg Soccer Club's Young America U11 Girls preNPL Soccer team would like to take this opportunity to thank West Herr Subaru for their generous donation. Their kindness will help our club fulfill our goals and teach our girls about the core values of teamwork, trust, commitment, pride, accountability, character, community, and perseverance. Companies like theirs make Western New York a great place to live and raise a family.The girls will wear their uniforms proudly displaying West Herr and will remain grateful for the generosity they have shown to us. Thank you West Herr Subaru. Sincerely, The HSC Young America U11 Girls preNPL Soccer Team Addy, Elliott, Gwen, Bella, Izze, Lilly, Marijana, Olivia, Reagan, Reese, Sophie, Tessa
Some employees of West Herr Subaru have taken on the task of in home meal delivery. Recently we had a few managers and sales consultants alike come with us on a run in the Orchard Park NY area. Many hands make light work, even small ones!
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) - The Ride for Roswell kicks off this weekend, and thousands of people have been busy fundraising for the event for the past several months. The top fundraiser though, went above and beyond many others. John Conciardo is that top fundraiser... and he has been for the past seven years. "I believe that your level and position in Heaven is based on your generosity on earth," Conciardo said. "And I also know that there's only one thing you can take with you when you die, and that's what you've given away."When you meet Conciardo, he might hand you a business card. He's the sales director at West Herr Automotive Group. On the back of that business card, is a link to his Ride for Roswell fundraising page. "This company is all about philanthropy," he said. You could say Conciardo lives for this. He'll tell you others are alive because of the cancer institute in our backyard. That includes his twin sister, and his older brother. Both his siblings beat lung cancer. His mother, though passed away of the disease at age 58. John was just 20 years old when he lost her. He tells News 4, she didn't go to Roswell for treatment. "At the end, we went to Roswell," he said. "Roswell back then isn't wasn't what it is today and they told her, 'had you come here sooner, we would have taken out one of your lungs. We would have given you an oxygen tank and you would've lived to a nice ripe old age.' But again, it was too late, so mom died of lung cancer at age 58."Today is John's birthday. And what better way to celebrate than knowing you raised about $100,000 for the Ride for Roswell just this year alone. Yes, that number is correct. And, yes, he's raised it all through emails and phone calls. "I'm persistent," he said. To date, John Conciardo has raised more than $600,000 for the Ride for Roswell. He tells News 4, West Herr, as a whole, typically raises around $300,000 each year. He was recently honored at Roswell for his contributions. "When it comes to fundraising, I truly feel like it's my duty and privilege to do it," he said at that ceremony.
West Herr Subaru is a tremendous corporate partner of the Meals on Wheels Foundation of WNY (MOW) and we are continually grateful for their support. Over the past five years, West Herr has selected MOW as a local beneficiary of Subaru of America's annual Share the Love event, contributing $227,252 to our organization. These contributions help Meals on Wheels for WNY provide more than 900,000 meals each year to 3,400 homebound seniors and disabled individuals who have a limited ability to prepare meals for themselves. In addition to the support of the organization as a whole, West Herr Subaru General Manager Charles Hardy is a dedicated board member of the Meals on Wheels Foundation of WNY. In addition to West Herr's financial and advisory support, they helped MOW secure a new delivery van through the Ford Friendship Express program that allowed us to expand our services to an additional 72 individuals. We are so grateful to West Herr for all they have done and continue to do for our organization and the vulnerable population we serve.
West Herr Subaru Co-Sponsored the Elma Marilla Wales Baseball/Softball Summer Program. Over 300 children participate in this program between travel baseball/softball and they start as early as age 5 with tee ball. The main purpose of this organization is to provide the opportunity for boys and girls to play, learn and enjoy baseball and softball in an atmosphere of good sportsmanship and fair play. It is essential that all of us conduct ourselves in a manner that will encourage this ideal. Many hours of time are spent by volunteers to help make this program a success. It is their desire to create a community project in which parents may participate with their children in the baseball and softball programs.
West Herr helps emphasize the 'family' in Family Justice Center thanks to its over-the-top generosity. We cater to people in abusive relationships, in which one partner controls every aspect of the other partner's life. Abusers are phenomenally gifted at this type of control and leave their victims traumatized and also brainwashed into believing they caused and deserved the emotional and physical violence. No one deserves to be in an abusive relationship and victims absolutely do not cause the abuse! The FJC brings together in one place all the services someone needs to safely escape and heal from a controlling relationship. We provide safety plans, the ability to file charges, secure an order of protection, injury documentation, civil legal representation, trauma informed counseling, SPCA Paws for Love therapy dogs, safe housing, court advocates.You name it, we've got it covered in three, soon to be four, safe, beautiful locations. We are proud of our efficient model and see more than 2,000 new clients annually. It's rewarding, lifesaving, difficult work and funding is always a challenge. Here's where West Herr jumps in and saves the day. The company sponsors our annual Voices Ending Violence fundraising breakfast with a $10,000 donation ($40,000 to date) and then invites employees to the event who make personal pledges West Herr matches. And it doesn't stop there. West Herr (and Scott Bieler!) are currently funding a $50,000 outreach initiative aimed at educating people on how to talk to someone they suspect may be in an abusive relationship. Education is key to stopping the cycle of violence and abuse! The project, rolling out shortly, will be state-of-the-art. Our goal is to end this public health crisis and West Herr is doing everything in its power to DRIVE our mission forward! We are forever grateful to Scott Bieler and the entire West Herr family. From the Family Justice Center to our West Herr Family: thank you one million times over!
West Herr helps emphasize the 'family' in Family Justice Center thanks to its over-the-top generosity. We cater to people in abusive relationships, in which one partner controls every aspect of the other partner's life. Abusers are phenomenally gifted at this type of control and leave their victims traumatized and also brainwashed into believing they caused and deserved the emotional and physical violence. No one deserves to be in an abusive relationship and victims absolutely do not cause the abuse! The FJC brings together in one place all the services someone needs to safely escape and heal from a controlling relationship. We provide safety plans, the ability to file charges, secure an order of protection, injury documentation, civil legal representation, trauma informed counseling, SPCA Paws for Love therapy dogs, safe housing, court advocates.You name it, we've got it covered in three, soon to be four, safe, beautiful locations. We are proud of our efficient model and see more than 2,000 new clients annually. It's rewarding, lifesaving, difficult work and funding is always a challenge. Here's where West Herr jumps in and saves the day. The company sponsors our annual Voices Ending Violence fundraising breakfast with a $10,000 donation ($40,000 to date) and then invites employees to the event who make personal pledges West Herr matches. And it doesn't stop there. West Herr (and Scott Bieler!) are currently funding a $50,000 outreach initiative aimed at educating people on how to talk to someone they suspect may be in an abusive relationship. Education is key to stopping the cycle of violence and abuse! The project, rolling out shortly, will be state-of-the-art. Our goal is to end this public health crisis and West Herr is doing everything in its power to DRIVE our mission forward! We are forever grateful to Scott Bieler and the entire West Herr family. From the Family Justice Center to our West Herr Family: thank you one million times over!
For the third year, West Herr will be supporting the Buffalo Philharmonic's free summer concert series! The BPO's mission is to reach the largest audience possible; bringing the orchestra out into the community for free outdoor concerts in the summer helps us achieve this in a very significant way. Taking the orchestra "on the road" is costly and the BPO seeks community businesses to help us make these concerts a possibility. West Herr immediately understand the need for accessibility of these concerts throughout all areas of Western New York and has helped the BPO breakdown geographical and socio-economic barriers. Music is for everyone - and thanks to West Herr's financial support, you can hear the BPO perform free of charge at six locations this summer! Please visit bpo.org for the full summer concert schedule. Thank you West Herr for your commitment to the BPO and Western New York!
For the third year in a row, Earth Spirit Educational Services held their annual fundraising 5K race called The Tortoise and the Hare. This year we were excited to connect with West Herr Subaru and bring them on as our main sponsor for the event! Thanks to their generous $3000 donation, we were able to raise enough funds from the event to call it a success! The money raised goes directly to support environmental education within the Western NY area as Earth Spirit sees approximately 20,000 students each year! As a non-profit, it is vital to have donors and partners like West Herr Subaru in order for us to achieve our goal to educate as many students as we can about the value of connecting with the natural world. We can't thank West Herr Subaru enough for their support! We hope to continue to strengthen our partnership into the future.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society thanks West Herr Subaru for generously donating blankets, craft kits and messages of hope to cancer patients. West Herr Subaru General Manager, Chuck Hardy, was joined by LLS Representatives Nancy Hails and Luann Burgio to present these gifts to Dr. Eunice Wang, head of the Leukemia Department at RPCI. Dr. Wang was thankful for the donation and the cancer patients who will receive these blankets will find comfort in the warmth of knowing that Subaru Loves to Care! Funds raised for the LLS will help to fund lifesaving research, support patients and their families, and educate the community. Thank you so much to West Herr Subaru for helping find cures and helping to create a world without blood cancers! For more information, please visit www.lls.org/wcny or call 716-834-2578.
This past Spring West-Herr Subaru presented a Eggert Road Elementary School with a garden kit from the National Wildlife Federation. Included in the kit were tools, plants representing local species, bird feeders, a birdbath, several seed packets, and many more garden related items to support local plant and wildlife. Eggert's fifth grade classrooms took on the responsibility of planting and maintaining the garden through the school year. Mrs. Burakowski, Mrs. Couell, Mrs. Duggan, Mrs. Musterait, Mr. Washburn, and Mrs. Wilcox allowed their students opportunities to plan, plant, arrange, and manage the garden. During this year's fifth grade picnic, several students painted rocks to decorate and personalize the garden. Eggert's principal, Mr. Tryon shared, "The opportunity afforded to our students through this very generous donation from West-Herr Subaru and the future benefits this garden can provide to our school are greatly appreciated." In September, when the students return to school, a new group of fifth graders will be invited to maintain and expand the garden.
West Herr Subaru is a tremendous corporate partner of Meals on Wheels for Western New York (MOW) and we are continually grateful for their support. Over the past four years, West Herr has selected MOW as the local beneficiary of Subaru of America’s annual Share the Love event, contributing $183,142 to our organization. These contributions help MOW provide more than 900,000 meals each year to 3,600 home bound seniors and disabled individuals who have a limited ability to prepare meals for themselves. In addition to the support of the organization as a whole, West Herr Subaru General Manager Charles Hardy is a dedicated board member of the Meals on Wheels Foundation of Western New York. In addition to West Herr’s financial and advisory support, they helped MOW secure a new delivery van through the Ford Friendship Express program that allowed us to expand our services to an additional 72 individuals. We are so grateful to West Herr for all they have done for our organization and the vulnerable population we serve.
This year, West Herr Subaru chose Cradle Beach as one of their beneficiaries and donated over $37,000 from Subaru's Share the Love Event. This money will benefit the over 1,200 children with disabilities and children who come from disadvantaged backgrounds that Cradle Beach serves per year. Every summer, 800 children attend Summer Camp at Cradle Beach. Even though the cost for camp is based on a sliding fee scale, most of the families we serve cannot afford to send their child to camp. Most of our families are living below the poverty level. The funds raised during Subaru's Share the Love Event will allow us to bring those children to camp this summer. Our Summer Camp Program is a safe place for children from all walks of life to be themselves. Over 7-10 days of our Summer Camp Program, children learn the true meaning of friendship. They play, learn and grow in a diverse atmosphere filled with love & acceptance. Because of West Herr Subaru, we can continue to provide new and joyful experiences to the children of Cradle Beach. We cannot thank West Herr enough for their hard work, dedication and continued support. This means so much to the children of Cradle Beach. Thank You!
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