Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive.

In the spirit of holiday joy and giving, the Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program teamed up with the Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation for its annual Holiday Party in Cook County. The event was held at Cook County Hospital in Chicago on Thursday, Dec. 16, where more than 150 patients of the Pediatric Oncology Department and their families gathered for a special holiday celebration.

Bear Necessities was founded in 1992 by Kathleen A. Casey and her son Barrett “Bear” Krupa, an eight year old with a big heart, on a mission to help other children battling pediatric cancer and their families. Although, Barrett lost his battle to cancer in 1993, the organization has continued to have a tremendous impact on thousands of patients and families. Currently, Bear Necessities funds pediatric cancer research and support services for basic needs, offering patients comfort and courage.

In support of this year’s holiday celebration, the Chevy Missions team provided a Silverado Hybrid and Express Van which were used to haul toys and food donated for the event. With the help of Chevrolet, Bear Necessities was able to transport more than 300 toys for children and deliver 60 bags of packaged food for families.

The event festivities included lunch, entertainment, a present for every child and parting gifts such as non-perishable food items for each family. The celebration brought holiday cheer into the lives of dozens of children battling pediatric cancer.

The Bear Necessities staff was incredibly grateful for the Chevrolet vehicles and expressed the utmost appreciation for its support.

“Chevy Missions has been amazing in making this day possible,” said NelliRose Farella, Director of Programs for Bear Necessities. The cars were wonderful!”

To learn more or get involved with the Bear Necessities, visit www.BearNecessities.org, for local happenings and events. You can also check them out on Facebook and follow their updates through Twitter.  

For more information about Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive., follow @ChevyMissions on Twitter or visit us on Facebook.

The Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program recently supported the March of Dimes, Illinois Chapter’s annual Signature Chefs Auction. The event was held at the Swissotel Hotel in Chicago on Wednesday, Nov. 3 to help raise funds for the organization.

The March of Dimes is a nonprofit organization that aims to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. The organization has been a leader in discovering the genetic causes of birth defects and educating others on the best practices for healthy pregnancy.

In support of the fundraiser, the Chevy Missions team provided ten vehicles - including five Chevrolet Traverses, and one Malibu, Tahoe, Suburban, Buick Enclave and Lacrosse which were used to shuttle event attendees throughout the evening.

The Signature Chefs Auction was attended by more than 600 supporters. All attendees were treated to food tastings hosted by Chicago’s top chefs and had the opportunity to participate in silent and live auctions. In total, the event raised more than $400,000 for the March of Dimes.

All of the March of Dimes staff and volunteers were thankful for Chevrolet’s involvement.

“Chevy has been a tremendous part of making this evening a success! We couldn’t have done it without you,” said Lisa Cheers, Executive Director of the Illinois March of Dimes.

Those who received shuttles were equally appreciative for the support and enjoyed the vehicles.

 “The Tahoe Hybrid was great! It was such a nice ride. We loved it,” said Dane Neal and Tom Reboletti, Restaurant Radio personalities.

To learn more or get involved with the March of Dimes, visit www.MarchofDimes.com, and find your chapter for local happenings and events. You can also check them out on Facebook and follow their updates through Twitter.

For more information about Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive., follow @ChevyMissions on Twitter or visit us on Facebook.

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 The Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program recently supported the Chicago English Bulldog Rescue (CEBR) for their annual Bully Bash fundraiser. Chevrolet provided four vehicles for the event (two Traverses and two Express vans), which was held in Oswego, IL on Sunday, Oct. 17.  Vehicles – which were loaned to CEBR staff and other volunteers – were used to transport supplies and materials for the event.

The CEBR is a nonprofit organization that has been rescuing English bulldogs for three years in Chicago and surrounding areas. The organization’s services provide exceptional diet, veterinary care and behavioral evaluations for all bulldogs that enter in the rescue.  

The Bully Bash was attended by more than 300 Chicagoland bulldog owners. Participants had the opportunity to enter their dogs in a rescue parade, costume contest and agility course. Several bulldog boutiques were also onsite offering spa treatments and grooming supplies for the animals. Additionally, Chevrolet hosted a photo fundraiser – for every owner who posed by the Chevrolet Silverado with their bulldog, Chevrolet donated $10 to CEBR. 

“We are thankful for the Chevy vehicles that helped us with this event,” said Molly Marino, President of CEBR. “The vehicles were able to save us enough money to pay for the medical bills of at least two dogs who come through our rescue.”

Get involved with the Chicago English Bulldog rescue and their events by checking out www.ebullymatch.com, or learn more by visiting them on Facebook at CEBR. 

For more information about Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive., follow @ChevyMissions on Twitter. 

Chevrolet once again had the opportunity to partner with the Illinois Special Olympics as part of the Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program. Chevrolet was happy to donate vehicles to help Illinois Special Olympics carry out one of their largest fundraisers of the year.

Chevrolet continued its partnership with the Illinois Special Olympics by participating in the 3rd annual Inspire Greatness Gala on Saturday, September 25. The event, which included dinner, dancing, and live and silent auctions, raised nearly $600,000 to support the athletes and programs of Special Olympics Illinois. Chevrolet was able to assist the Special Olympics by providing an Express passenger van to help the volunteers with setting up the event as well as helping to raise funds by auctioning off the use of three Chevrolet vehicle weekend loans.

Interested in learning more about the Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program? Check us out on Facebook. Also, you can follow @ChevyMissions on Twitter, and follow us each step of the way, as we partner with organizations to make differences in their communities.

As a result of the Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program, Chevrolet was able to partner with the Hands of Hope clinic to help with their Tour de Hope fundraiser. Chevrolet supported the event by donating several vehicles to help execute the event this year. 

Hands of Hope, a free health clinic serving working and uninsured residents in the Marion, Ill. area hosted the Tour de Hope bicycle ride on Saturday, September 25. Chevrolet donated five vehicles to lead and follow the bicyclists on their journey, in addition to serving as relief vehicles for participants. With Chevrolet’s help, Hands of Hope was able to raise more than $15,000 for the clinic!

Event coordinators were excited to have the Chevrolet vehicles to help them carry out their event. “I wanted to let Chevy know you can fit a bicycle, a 6'3" rider and several cases of Gatorade into that SUV without problems,” said Mindy Hammond from Hands of Hope. “Thank you so much.” 

You can learn more about the Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program, by visiting us on Facebook. Also, you can follow @ChevyMissions on Twitter, and follow us each step of the way, as we partner with organizations to make differences in their communities.

On September 25th,  Chevrolet had the opportunity to help raise funds for education. As a result of the Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program, Chevrolet was able to donate vehicles to Blessed Sacrament School in Springfield, Ill for their annual school auction.

By participating in the 41st annual Blessed Sacrament Auction, Chevrolet was able to help raise funds for the school’s physical improvements, technological upgrades, educational supplies and supplies for different departments. Chevrolet further contributed to the school’s fundraising efforts by offering a free weekend vehicle loan courtesy of Chevy Missions as an auction item. The winning bidder received a weekend in a Chevrolet vehicle of their choice, including the Camaro, Traverse, Malibu, Equinox, or Tahoe. 

You can learn more about the Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program on Facebook. Also, you can follow @ChevyMissions on Twitter, and follow us each step of the way, as we partner with organizations to make differences in their communities.

In an effort to raise awareness about the conditions of the Chicago River and its available resources, Cheverolet supported Friends of the Chicago River at the 10th Annual Flatwater Classic Canoe and Kayak Race. On Sunday, Oct. 3, the Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program provided four Chevrolet vehicles for the event where paddlers traveled more than seven miles on the Chicago River ending at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chicago, Ill.  Four vehicles were loaned to assist Friends of the Chicago River’s staff and volunteers in transporting materials for the event, as well as hauling supplies to checkpoints throughout the race. 

This year’s Flatwater Classic had more than 400 participants including outdoor, canoe and kayak enthusiasts as well as recreational paddlers. Participants were able to see first hand why the river is a vital part of the Chicago community and how enjoyable water recreation can be on the river.   

Through the help of the the Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. program, Chevrolet vehicles were used to haul set-up materials for the event as well as transport supplies to checkpoints along the course. Four volunteers had an opportunity to drive 2010 Chevrolet vehicles, including: two Traverses, one Silverado Hybrid, and an Express passenger van. 

Friends of the Chicago River employees, volunteers and participants graciously thanked Chevrolet for supporting the Flatwater Classic.

“We had carloads and carloads of supplies and materials for this event. The Chevy trucks and SUVs made it easier on us because we didn’t have to use our small cars,”  said Suellen Burns, Friends of the Chicago River director of development. “We are really excited about this partnership!” 

To learn more about what Friends of the Chicago River is doing for the Chicago River, and to get involved with their projects and events, check out www.chicagoriver.org.

Learn more about the Chevy Missions program on Facebook – you can also follow @ChevyMissions on Twitter! 

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