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Did Briggs Subaru of Topeka go above and beyond, provide exceptional service, or support causes that are important to you? We'd love to hear about it.
Did Briggs Subaru of Topeka go above and beyond, provide exceptional service, or support causes that are important to you? We'd love to hear about it.

Love Promise Stories from Briggs Subaru of Topeka

Subaru and Briggs Subaru of Topeka 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.

Briggs Subaru & United Way Team Up For Subaru Loves To Help - Echo E.

Briggs Subaru Topeka and United Way of Kaw Valley were able to team up for bringing #SubaruLovestoHelp to the Pine Ridge neighborhood in Topeka. We were able to help tons of kids (even some moms) in the neighborhood have new shoes and socks, and we know there is no greater feeling than a fresh pair of kicks that help you go faster or just give you a warm, fuzzy feeling!

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Fun times Volunteering at the Topeka food pantry - Bryan B.

From the moment I stepped into the pantry, I was greeted by a sea of friendly faces, both volunteers and recipients alike. And right in the thick of it were the Briggs Subaru crew, led by the ever-enthusiastic Mickey Lockhart. Mickey wasn't just there to supervise – he was shoulder-to-shoulder with everyone else, packing boxes, sorting donations, and even cracking jokes to keep the energy high. It was clear that this wasn't just a PR stunt for them; they were genuinely invested in making a difference. Their efforts were evident in every corner. The pantry was organized and well-stocked, thanks to the generous donations they'd helped collect. The volunteers, many of whom were Briggs Subaru employees, were friendly, efficient, and truly compassionate. And the recipients, who were facing food insecurity, were treated with dignity and respect. What truly struck me was the sense of community that Briggs Subaru fostered. They didn't just show up and do their own thing; they integrated seamlessly with the existing volunteers and pantry staff. It was a beautiful collaboration, fueled by a shared desire to help those in need. Mickey Lockhart deserves special mention. His infectious enthusiasm and genuine care were truly inspiring. He wasn't afraid to get his hands dirty, and he always had a kind word or a helping hand for everyone. He embodied the spirit of Briggs Subaru's commitment to community, and it was truly heartwarming to see. If you're looking for a car dealership that values more than just a bottom line, I urge you to consider Briggs Subaru. Their dedication to the Topeka community, as exemplified by their work at the food pantry, is truly commendable. They're not just selling cars; they're building relationships and making a real difference in people's lives. So, thank you, Briggs Subaru, and thank you, Mickey Lockhart, for shining a light on the importance of community service. You've earned more than just five stars; you've earned the respect and gratitude of everyone who witnessed your heartwarming efforts.

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Meals on Wheels - Lea C.

Briggs Subaru of Topeka is our community partner, stepping up to support Meals on Wheels with important contributions. Their generosity will surely make a difference in the lives of so many who rely on this vital service. Here are some ways Briggs Subaru helped Meals on Wheels: Financial donations: Providing funds to help purchase food, cover operational costs, or even sponsor a delivery route. Volunteer support: Sending employees to volunteer their time delivering meals, packing lunches, or helping with administrative tasks. Vehicle donations: Gifting or offering discount programs for vehicles to be used for meal deliveries, ensuring Meals on Wheels has reliable transportation. Public awareness campaigns: Helping to raise awareness about Meals on Wheels, its mission, and the need for volunteers and donations through marketing initiatives. Whatever form their contributions took, I'm sure they were greatly appreciated by Meals on Wheels and the recipients of their services. It's heartwarming to see businesses like Briggs Subaru giving back to their community in such a meaningful way.

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Thank you from the bottom of our hearts - Christian S.

Briggs Subaru's Generous Donation to Topeka Rescue Mission Briggs Subaru has recently made a remarkable contribution to the Topeka Rescue Mission by generously donating new socks and blankets. This act of compassion and kindness will undoubtedly make a significant impact on the lives of those in need. The donation of new socks and blankets is particularly valuable, as these items play a crucial role in providing comfort and warmth to individuals facing challenging circumstances. The Topeka Rescue Mission, a dedicated organization committed to serving the homeless and those experiencing poverty, will distribute these much-needed items to individuals who require immediate assistance. By extending their support in this way, Briggs Subaru exemplifies their commitment to making a difference in the local community. Their altruistic gesture demonstrates a genuine understanding of the hardships faced by individuals who lack access to basic necessities. Such acts of generosity foster a sense of unity and compassion within the community, inspiring others to follow suit and lend a helping hand to those in need. The impact of Briggs Subaru's donation extends beyond the immediate provision of socks and blankets. It serves as a reminder to all of us that we can make a positive difference in the lives of others, regardless of our resources or circumstances. Through collective efforts, even the smallest acts of kindness can have a profound impact on individuals and communities, creating a ripple effect of compassion and empathy. In conclusion, Briggs Subaru's donation of new socks and blankets to the Topeka Rescue Mission is a shining example of selflessness and community support. Their actions epitomize the spirit of generosity and serve as an inspiration for others to contribute in their own unique ways. Together, we can build a more compassionate and caring society, one act of kindness at a time.

Topeka Rescue Mission

A Heartwarming tale of compassion from Briggs Subaru of Topeka - Grace C.

Mickey Lockhart representing Briggs Subaru of Topeka a generous soul with a heart of gold. Subaru of America and Briggs Subaru of Topeka bring joy and support to the Helping Hands Humane Society. A CALL TO ACTION Mickey Lockhart with Briggs Subaru of Topeka is a devoted animal lover, finds himself drawn to the Helping Hand Humane Society. Bursting with an overwhelming desire to make a difference, Briggs Subaru of Topeka, known for their philanthropic efforts, and proposes a collaboration to support the shelter. THE GENEROUS GESTURE With unwavering enthusiasm, Mickey and the compassionate team at Briggs Subaru of Topeka set out on a mission to donate essential supplies to the Helping Hand Humane Society. Armed with an abundance of pet food, blankets, and toys, they arrive at the shelter, eager to bring comfort and happiness to the furry residents. THE GRAB BAGS OF JOY Mickey's creativity shines as he spends three hours crafting unique grab bags for the adoptions at the shelter. Each bag is carefully filled with an assortment of treats, toys, and personalized notes, ensuring that every adopted pet receives a warm welcome into their new forever home. A JOURNEY THROUGH COMPASSION Impressed by Mickey and his wife's dedication and passion, the staff at Helping Hand Humane Society invites him for a two-hour tour of their facility. Overwhelmed with gratitude, Mickey eagerly explores the shelter, learning about the remarkable work that goes on behind the scenes to save and care for countless animals in need. Briggs Subaru of Topeka and the Helping Hand Humane Society is a testament to the power of kindness and the incredible bond between humans and animals. Through his selfless acts of donating supplies, creating grab bags for adoptions, and embarking on a heartwarming tour, Mickey leaves a lasting impact on the shelter and inspires others to embrace compassion in their own lives. Let it serve as a reminder that small acts of love and generosity can make a world of difference in the lives of those who need it most.

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Blue finds his family during shelter over-capacity! - Grace C.

In September of 2023, Helping Hands Humane Society launched a “slumber party for pets” program due to severe overcapacity. We asked our community to please come take a dog for 2-4 weeks to house in their home as a foster until we could open kennel space. The Dimick family stepped forward as the first participants in the slumber party program. Our hope was that once we started the October event with the ASPCA and Subaru Loves Pets program, in partnership with Briggs Subaru, that we would see an increase in adoptions and we just needed to keep kennel capacity balanced until the event started. The Dimick family agreed to take Blue, a 4 year old male pitbull who had been in the shelter since July of 2023. They said they’d hang on to Blue for the shelter until an adopter came forward. During their 4 weeks with Blue, not one other family called interested in adopting Blue. It was then they realized that they just couldn’t imagine their life without him. On October 6th, just one week into our virtual adoption partnership with Briggs Subaru, they decided to adopt Blue and officially add him as a member of the Dimick family. Blue was $0 to adopt thanks to this special and he is happily staying in his new home! He never had to come back to the shelter, thanks to this special.

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HHHS 2022 Adoption Night Story - Tony R.

As part of our year-long partnership with Briggs Subaru of Topeka, our organization celebrated Subaru Loves Pets and National Make a Dog’s Day by hosting an adoption event, aptly called “the Pit Stop”. This event was a month long celebration of animals where Briggs Subaru and the ASPCA donated to cover adoption fees for animals needing homes at our shelter! We culminated the month-long event with an in-person pawww-ty at Briggs Subaru where the show room floor was transformed and instead of showing vehicles, we got to show off adoptable dogs! When you walk into Briggs Subaru, it’s evident their commitment to the pets and people in our community. They have placards about adopting on all their staff desks and plenty of happy family pet portraits in their lobby. We are excited to say that ALL the animals we took out to Briggs Subaru are sleeping in their forever homes right now. We couldn’t do this incredible cupid-level match making work without the support of Briggs Subaru and we are beyond grateful!

Helping Hands Humane Society

Briggs Helps Pets Find Homes - Emi G.

Nationwide, shelters and rescues have been seeing a dramatic increase in dog intakes as well as length of stay for dogs this year. Our local shelter realized that in order to get pets into homes, we needed to recognize the financial strains on our community and reduce adoption fees. When we reduce adoption fees, this is a major financial loss to our shelter because we invest so much time, money, and love into pets before they find their home. Briggs Subaru has not only rallied around our shelter by donating very generously to offset adoption fees and keep costs low for both the shelter and new pet parents, but they’ve been sponsoring the microchipping of pets so that pets can stay in the homes who love them and be reunited should they slip out the door. When you walk into Briggs Subaru, it’s evident their commitment to the pets and people in our community. They have placards about adopting on all their staff desks and plenty of happy family pet portraits in their lobby. They have helped make HUNDREDS of love connections this year! We couldn’t be more grateful and proud of Briggs Subaru for their true and deep commitment to our local shelter.

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Subaru Loves Pets - Mia - Shelby R.

Mia had been in our local shelter for 200 days. She was a little timid with new people and would get a little anxious so she didn’t always present the best. Once she opened to people, she was loving and charming as could be. We knew the perfect home was out there for her and we were determined to stick with her until her family came. On her 200th day, she was adopted! She’s had many new adventures with her new family – including a hiking trip and learning to sleep in a bed! Thank you Briggs Subaru for donating funds that allowed us to continue caring for Mia and for covering the cost of her adoption!

Helping Hands Humane Society

BRIGGS SUBARU PROVIDES BLANKETS FOR THE COMMUNITY - Tony R.

Meals on Wheels of Shawnee Douglas and Jefferson Counties, Inc, has provided help in the community since 1972. This year, Briggs Subaru of Topeka has helped by donating blankets to their Hospice and PACE Programs. Hospice - end-of-life care focuses on helping individuals remain in their homes in their final days. On average 125 people are served in their home daily. When the care becomes too complex to handle in the home, they have a 14 bed in-patient facility the person can receive care in their final days. PACE is an all-inclusive care for the elderly. This program has day centers in Topeka, Lawrence, Kansas City, and Emporia. 98% of participants are at or below poverty. This program is designed around fail elders 55 and older who qualify for a nursing home, but are now able to remain in the home safe and independent.

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BRIGGS SUBARU HELPS PETS FIND THEIR FUREVER HOME - Tony R.

On behalf of Helping Hands Humane Society I want to tell our community what a wonderful partner that Briggs Subaru is. We started working together a number of years ago to help get pets adopted and Briggs would provide the shelter financial support to provide care to our animals. In January of 2021, Sales Manager Tony Rubbo approached us about doing an ongoing adoption partnership. Mr. Rubbo said he’s realized that ipads don’t make people happy, money can’t make people happy, but that pets can make people happy and that humans and animals deserve a chance to be together. Helping Hands Humane Society has always striven to emphasize that the love between pets and people can’t be determined by a dollar sign. In order to meet this mission, Briggs Subaru has committed to “putting pets in homes” by donating every single month to offset adoption fees. We use these fees to help make adopting more accessible by reducing adoption fees for animals that could benefit from a boost and to help people take a second look at adopting. This also allows us to offer a variety of adoption price ranges for families interested in adding a new family member to their home. Briggs Subaru also donates to enable us to use those funds to provide needed medical care and intervention to animals in critical need that may not have had the chance to find their forever home without this life-saving help. We are beyond grateful to Briggs Subaru and to Tony Rubbo for advocating for the human-animal bond and for committing to help make it happen by “putting pets in homes”.Thank you Briggs Subaru. From the bottom of our paws,The staff, volunteers, fosters, and pets at Helping Hands Humane Society

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Wynonna finds a home! - Grace C.

So far in 2021, Helping Hands Humane Society has helped 4,700 pets! We couldn’t have done it without the help of Briggs Subaru. Briggs has not only sponsored adoption fees all year long to help us find homes for these animals and help families be able to obtain the pet-loving life they dream of! One of our favorite stories happened in October of 2021. As part of our partnership, Briggs Subaru hosted our organization to come out and celebrate our shared love of animals. Mr. Rubbo had provided refreshments and we brought out the cute snuggles! We decided to take a little docked-eared bully mix named Wynonna who had come in as a stray out because we really want to educate people that an animal’s appearance doesn’t determine their temperament, we want people to know that shelter animals have a lot of love to give, despite whatever background they came from. While at the event, Wynonna was an absolute STAR and stole the hearts of all who were there. She also managed to get herself adopted by a Briggs staff at the event which couldn’t have made us happier! We are so grateful for all that Briggs Subaru does to support our mission and their dedication to put pets in homes.

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Weather Doesn't Matter When Delivering Our Meals - Diane Y.

Weather doesn’t matter when it comes to delivering meals to our home bound patrons. Thanks to our great volunteers today for braving these frigid cold temps and snow. You are so appreciated!! Thank you again, Subaru of America, Inc. and Meals on Wheels America for this wonderful vehicle that always gets us where we need to go.

Meals on Wheels Nemaha County

Covering Adoption Fees During a Global Pandemic - Emi G.

Two days before the Safer at Home order in March of 2020 went into place in Shawnee County, Helping Hands Humane Society employees were scrambling to find homes in the community for adoptable dogs. “We knew we wouldn’t be able to hold regular adoptions for quite some time, and more than anything we wanted the dogs on the adoption floor to be in loving homes ASAP,” said Grace Clinton, Director of Business Development and Special Events. HHHS’s Foster Coordinator, Jenna Petesch, devised a plan to quickly recruit fosters and place dogs, cats, and even adoptable rats, in their homes for the duration of Safer at Home. This would allow staff ability to take care of the pets who were waiting final steps to be available for adoption and limit the number of persons in the building. The Topeka community stepped up in a huge way and by the end of the day before Safer at Home, the adoptable dog room was empty because they were all settled comfortably into foster homes! Briggs Subaru didn’t want there to be any barriers to adoption for these amazing families who had offered to foster; if any fosters decided they wanted to turn temporary into forever, Briggs Subaru generously covered the adoption fees. From three special rats including an albino rat named Angel who is very affectionate and brings joy to her family, to a loveable and fiesty one-eyed Chihuahua mix, Jerry, who is missing half of his bottom jaw so his tongue always sticks out, to a biiiig butter-stealing, toy-loving chocolate Lab mix named Badger, over 70 pets found permanent homes from the COVID-19 Emergency Foster Project adoptions in March 2020 sponsored by Briggs Subaru of Topeka!

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October 2020 Fall Event with HHHS - Grace C.

Helping Hands Humane Society is extraordinarily grateful for our partnership with Briggs Subaru here in Topeka, KS. In the fall of 2020, we were able to partner together to reduce adoption fees for the entire month of October to help us maintain our shelter numbers, as well as provide affordable adoption rates for families while continuing to cover the cost of care for the animals sheltered here. Staff and volunteers kicked off the event at Briggs Subaru’s location on October 1st, 2020 with adoptable animals, including a little puppy with a broken leg named Mr. Tony Rubbo! This event kicked off the month long campaign, and while we were limited in hosting large-scale events due to COVID-19, we were so eager and excited to get to show our solidarity as two businesses who love animals, and show our biggest group of supporters just how much Subaru loves pets! With these needed funds, we were able to continue combatting pet overpopulation in our community by covering sterilization costs of adoptable animals to get them healthy and into their new homes while preventing our shelter from getting filled up again. We provide so much love and care to the more than 6,000 animals housed each year here at HHHS and we couldn’t do it without supporters such as Briggs Subaru!

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Helping Hands Humane Society's Gratitude - Grace C.

Each year, Helping Hands Humane Society Inc. admits more than 6,000 animals. In 2019, we took in and cared for just over 6,700 pets. The numbers can be staggering at times, and the work is never done. We believe in our life-saving mission and we believe that our community will support us. We are so grateful to have had the support of Subaru of America and Briggs Subaru of Topeka aid us in impacting the lives of these animals. The warmer months of this last winter (2019-2020) didn’t slow what we in the shelter world refer to as “kitten season” as much as we would have hoped, so litters of kittens continued arriving until as late as November 2019 and as early as March of 2020. These baby animals need additional care, such as bottle feeding and specialized monitoring, in order to increase their chance of survival. This work would not have been possible without the generosity of Subaru of America. We are so grateful to have been selected as a charity partner for this event. This generous funding not only sustains the work that we do here at the local animal shelter in Topeka, KS, but this year turned out to be an unpredictable and uncertain time for us. The generous donation from the Share the Love event came in right at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and it was blessing and salvation for our work. The animals didn’t have the option of staying home, and our staff didn’t either. Mr. Rubbo with Briggs Subaru of Topeka is dedicated to this cause and contacted us to ensure that we had the support that was needed to continue, despite this unprecedented situation. We were able to provide care for more than 300 new animals that arrived during the pandemic, thanks to the donation from the Share the Love event!

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Subaru Loves Pets Donation Drop Off - Grace C.

THANK YOU to Briggs Subaru of Topeka for some fabulous donations from Subaru Loves Pets month (October) and for their ongoing Share the Love campaign (through January 2nd). https://www.briggssubarutopeka.com/share-the-love.htm With every new vehicle purchased/leased, Subaru will donate $250 to the charity of your choice. In addition to that, Briggs Subaru of Topeka is donating $50 to HHHS for EVERY sold/leased vehicle from 11/14/19-1/2/20. We are so lucky to have support from community organizations who believe in our mission. #hhhstopeka #giveback

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More than a meal. - Diane Y.

Our volunteers bring smiles to many faces every day! #MORETHANAMEAL Meals on Wheels America Subaru of America, Inc.

Meals on Wheels Nemaha County

Subaru Loves to Care Blanket Delivery - Megan C.

On Friday, June 7th Leukemia & Lymphoma Staff member Megan Clemens met Bryan Schuster and two of his local sales team members at The Cotton O'Neil Cancer Center at Stormont Vail. Abby, Stormont Vail Pediatric Nurse and AJ Patterson, Stormont Vail Community Relations, helped us unload two Subaru Outbacks filled with boxes of blankets and craft kits to share with patients. Megan shared with the group more about Subaru's support nationally of LLS through not only the Subaru Loves to Care deliveries but Subaru CEO Tom Doll's commitment to raise more than $1M for LLS this summer. While we were unable to hand deliver the blankets and kits this year, we know that local patients will feel the love from Subaru & LLS in the moment they need it most.

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Volunteers are the heart of our program - Diane Y.

We are so thankful to all of our volunteers who deliver Meals On Wheels for us everyday. Whether 100 degree temps, rain or snow they are there for us! These two featured here are Jim Henry and Rita Olberding both of Seneca. Rita has been delivering meals for our center for over 25 years. She enjoys getting to see all the patrons on a regular basis. Within those years of helping us she endured some pretty brutal cancer treatment. On her bad days when she couldn’t fend for herself she had MOW brought to her home. It was then she realized just how important this program is to our community. Jim Henry has been with us for over 5 years. He drives our food over to the Sabetha Nutrition Site a couple days a week and also delivers MOW’s as well. He is one of those volunteers who will do anything you need whenever we need it. We are so lucky to have them on our team!Thanks again to our wonderful and dedicated volunteers and our friends at Subaru for making this all possible! — at Meals on Wheels Nemaha County.

Meals on Wheels Nemaha County

Meals on Wheels Nemaha County Celebrates 35 years - Diane Y.

Every day for over 35 years Nemaha County Public Transit and Meals on Wheels has been serving local residents. Employees and volunteers ensure senior residents get to medical appointments, have a warm healthy meal and enjoy social activities. Nemaha County Transit and Meals on Wheels takes great pride in helping to keep our seniors healthy and happy. Last year alone, Nemaha County Public Transit and Meals on Wheels served over 180 residents. Without the support of dedicated staff and volunteers many essential needs would simply go unmet.Since joining the Nemaha County Public Transit and Meals on Wheels team in 2013, Executive Director Diane Yunghans has played an important role in helping the organization expand services for our residents. As Executive Director, Diane has helped increase ridership and revenue by streamlining technology and cutting costs. Diane and her agency were awarded the Transit Service of the Year in 2016 for creating an iPad system for reporting that has since been implemented across the state of Kansas. In 2017 Diane wrote a grant allowing Meals on Wheels to receive a 2018 Subaru Outback free of charge as part of the Subaru of America’s 50 Cars for Fifty Years. Most recently, Diane received $390,000 through the 5339 Bus and Bus Facilities Grant program from the Kansas Department of Transportation. These funds will be used to help fund a new building to help support the expansion of Nemaha County Public Transit and Meals on Wheels throughout Nemaha County.Diane says “These are exciting times for Nemaha County Public Transit and Meals on Wheels. These funds will allow us to expand services from the Seneca and Sabetha areas to rural communities throughout Nemaha County. We know the need is great, now we will have the facility and funding to make it happen.”Alane Bloom, Dietary Manager at the Senior Center for the past 20 years says “Diane has done a tremendous job in helping grow the number of program participants in our program. In a short time, she has helped us grow the Meals on Wheels Seneca and the Sabetha congregate meal site to 180 participants. She has written more grants than anyone in the past 20 years, allowing us to help more people than ever before. She has been a wonderful addition to the entire community.” Alane expressed continued excitement for the future. She sees continued growth for the future as Diane and the team help expand services countywide.

Meals on Wheels Nemaha County

Vehicle Unveiling and first rides - Diane Y.

On October 16th and 17th 2017 Meals on Wheels Nemaha County celebrated receiving a brand new 2018 Outback as part of Subaru’s 50 Cars for 50 Years donation! We look forward to reaching even more seniors in Nemaha County, Kansas with our new set of wheels. We had a wonderful unveiling with the help of Rick Wright from our local dealership. We wanted to share our Vehicle Key Exchange with Rick from Subaru Topeka Briggs Auto. We would also like to share that we had our first Champion Ride Along with Seneca Mayor Joe Mitchell delivering meals to one of our Meals on Wheels participants', Eleanor Connell in our new 2018 Subaru Outback. Since the donation, the staff and volunteers have really come to love how easy it is to load our meal carriers and trays in this vehicle. Plus, our volunteer, Bob Bartkowski is excited to see how well it drives in the snow on our country roads. Even this last week with below zero temperatures here in Kansas our Subaru started right up! Thank you Subaru.

Meals on Wheels Nemaha County

Briggs Subaru supports the Topeka Civitan Club - Rick W.

Briggs Subaru of Topeka teams up with the Topeka Civitan Club to raise money at their 4th annual car show. The Civitan club was chartered June 29, 1957 and its mission is to provide networking, fellowship, community involvement, personal development and community service, emphasizing assistance to persons with developmental disabilities. Some of The Civitan projects / activates include Special Olympics, Civitan park at Gage Park, Sheltered Living Festival of Trees, Salvation Army Bell Ringing. Briggs Subaru brought out five of 2018 Crosstrek and donated money for every test drive.

Subaru Loves to Care & LLS - Danielle S.

On Wednesday, June 28th at 10:30am, LLS staff member Danielle Schaefer met with Rick Wright from Briggs Subaru of Topeka at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas. Topeka Sheriff Jones, Topeka Police Officers Sloan and Bledsoe as well as Fire Chief Smith also joined in on the fun! Together we delivered 80 blankets, 10 care kits and 30 care cards to patients going through treatment at the hospital that morning. We met amazing patients like Dennis who was undergoing his final treatment and little Josiah (Jojo) who is finally in remission with acute lymphocytic leukemia. The police officers were so moved by seeing Jojo with his blanket and care kit that they allowed him to sit on one of their police motorcycles. He even got to ring the siren! In passing, LLS staff member, Danielle, said to Officer Bledsoe, “You just made Josiah’s day.” Officer Bledsoe responded, “No, Jojo made my day.” Thank you to Subaru, the Topeka Sheriff’s office, the Topeka Police Department and the Topeka Fire Department for making the day of so many patients at Stormont Vail. LLS is thrilled that Stormont Vail Hospital is a presenting sponsor of the Northeast Kansas walk. We are looking forward to shining a light into the darkness of cancer with walk teams like Jojo’s on September 16th, 2017.

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