Special Olympics Community Value Day
Last week, Dimmitt Automotive Group associates volunteered in a Special Olympics basketball competition in Clearwater, Florida. “Improving the quality of life for our community,” is part of our mission statement and volunteering with the Special Olympics is a rewarding opportunity.
The Dimmitt Automotive Group associates enjoyed spending the day with inspiring children and young adults. Every associate has a unique story from their experience. Our Brand Development Executive, Tom McQueen, said he will never forget when Kaitlyn, a young teenager in the basketball competition, looked him in the eye and said “Thank you for being here today.”
Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to extend a thank you to the Special Olympics organization and all who volunteer with it. Associates in the photo: Joe Lenz, Gregory Learn, Rick Zagata, Bruni Flores, Michelle Adkins, Charles Mungovan, Becky Costis, Angela Burke, and Andreas Bousdoukos.
Turning Dreams into Reality
Life can change in a matter of seconds. Meet our friend Ian from Tarpon Springs, Florida. Ian suffered a severe traumatic brain injury in an ATV accident. After spending 22 days in a coma, his family was told he was not going to survive his injuries. Ian was determined to prove the doctors wrong.
After 7 months in different hospitals and 10 surgeries, Ian began to regain his senses. He had to relearn the most common tasks such as breathing, drinking, and talking. His recovery has been nothing short of remarkable thanks to his strength and his parents and doctors support.
When his mother emailed us explaining that Ian’s dream was to sit in a McLaren, we invited him and his family to our Pinellas Park Showroom. Our associates welcomed Ian and his family with open arms and provided him with a truly memorable day. Our McLaren sales manager, Matthew Jones, took Ian for a ride in a 12C [see photo above]. Ian’s dream had been turned into reality and the smile on his face only proved that!!
From all of us at Dimmitt Automotive Group, we wish Ian the best in his road to recovery and healing. Come see us again soon!
Homeless Emergency Project (HEP) Donation
The Dimmitt team is honored to contribute the Time Dealer of The Year Award earnings to the Homeless Emergency Project (HEP) located here in Pinellas County, Florida. For over 25 years HEP has been helping those in need of assistance within our greater Tampa Bay Area community. HEP offers support in the way of housing, food, education programs, treatment and rehabilitation programs, and much more to our community public and Veterans. As a testament to their accomplishments, below is a snapshot from HEP’s actions in 2012 taken from their website:
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2012 Statistics |
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| Number of Clients Housed | 1,689 | |
| Number of Families Housed | 69 | |
| Number of Children Housed | 143 | |
| Number of Veterans Housed | 660 (52 OIF/58 OEF) | |
| Number of meals served | 88,458 | |
| Number of youth enrolled in after school & summer camp programs | 41 | |
| Number of procedures provided in the Dental Clinic | 3,453 | |
| Approximate value of free dental care provided in Dental Clinic | $479,692 | |
| Number of patient contacts provided by the Morton Plant Outreach Team | 6,564 | |
| Number of patient intakes provided by MPOT | 755 | |
| Approximate value of care provided by MPOT for avoided hospital visits | $1,377,400 | |
| Average number of 1-way veteran passenger transports to Bay Pines VA | 2,790 | |
Our team has volunteered time with HEP recently and was able to be a part of the difference made. We thank you and all that contribute their time in HEP to strengthen our community and those that live within it. To view more about The Homeless Emergency Project please visit their website at http://www.ethep.org/ .
Toys For Tots Bike Donation
In the month of December, Dimmitt Automotive Group held a special promotion that benefitted the Pinellas Park Toys For Tots foundation. For every Cadillac purchased or leased, Dimmitt Automotive Group pledged to donate a child’s bike in the name of the guest that purchased or leased the car.
Within just a few weeks, many children’s bikes filled the Cadillac showrooms. The final count of bikes to be donated was 74!! 40 bikes were donated on behalf of a Cadillac customer while 34 were donated from individual employees and their families. Very incredible feat from some very generous people!
When Don Miley, our Cadillac Sales Manager, called Ron, the local Toys For Tots coordinator, the total number of bikes to be donated took Ron by surprise. Ron was hoping we would reach 20 bikes, but thanks to our generous guests and associates, the number was far exceeded! Thank you everyone who was involved in making a difference in the lives of those who are less fortunate as well as the Toys For Tots volunteers who made it all possible.
Mrs. Santa Luncheon and Fashion Show
Tampa Turkey Trot
On this past Thanksgiving morning, a few Dimmitt associates took part in the Tampa Bay Times Turkey Trot. The experience provided great memories and burned some calories!
The Tampa Bay Times Turkey Trot benefits the the St. Vincent DePaul mission’s in the Pinellas county area. Every year Dimmitt Automotive Group is proud to support this great cause.
Festival of Speed Orlando 2013
Last Sunday was the Festival of Speed in Orlando, Florida. Dimmitt Automotive Group represented McLaren with three 12C Convertibles as well as a guest lounge with refreshments. The Festival of Speed benefits the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. The British and Texas wrapped McLaren were featured along with a volcano red 12C.
The Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children is a hospital built just for kids. Ranked one of the best Children’s hospitals in the nation, this hospital provides a safe and comfortable environment for kid to heal. For more information visit their website here.
Golfers vs. Brain Cancer Golf Tournament
On November 22nd, 2013, the fifth annual Golfers vs. Brain Cancer Golf Tournament was held at the East Lake Woodlands Country Club. This tournament benefits brain cancer research and treatment. Dimmitt Automotive Group sponsored the tournament which raised over $100,000 in the past five years.
Golfers vs. Brain Cancer is a non-profit corporation which continues to seek out research initiatives and programs to meet the goal of finding a cure for brain cancer. Over 90% of the funds raised through the Golfers vs. Brain Cancer tournament are donated to the cause.
Dimmitt Automotive Group would like to extend a special thank you to the corporation and the difference they are making in the cancer research community. Please visit their website for information on sponsorships. http://www.golfersvsbraincancer.org
Spreading the Christmas Cheer
CharityWorks Golf Tournament
Proceeds from the 11th Annual CharityWorks Cup Challenge will benefit underprivileged youth and families in the Tampa Bay area. Through the GIVE HOPE USA wellness-medical aid program, distributions of basic necessities, including personal hygiene products, dental kits, clothes, toys and travel vouchers will be made to those in need.
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