AutoNation Continues Yearlong Drive Pink Campaign to Drive Out Cancer
AutoNation is committed to raising $35 million for cancer research, treatment, and awareness through its Drive Pink initiative. The company's annual DRVPNK Across America Day on October 11 will see thousands of associates deliver comfort bags to cancer patients nationwide. Since 2013, AutoNation has raised nearly $35 million for cancer charities, partnering with organizations such as the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society. AutoNation also provides cancer insurance for associates and their families, highlighting its commitment to fight cancer year-round.
- Raised nearly $35 million for cancer charities since 2013.
- Annual DRVPNK Across America Day supports thousands of cancer patients.
- Partnership with leading cancer organizations like BCRF and American Cancer Society.
- Provides company-paid cancer insurance for associates and their families.
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- October marks a special time for AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN) when Associates from coast to coast unite to support the company's Drive Pink (DRVPNK) initiative, a driving force in the culture of America's most admired automotive retailer. On October 11, AutoNation will once again commemorate DRVPNK Across America Day, the company's annual opportunity for thousands of Associates from coast to coast to assemble and deliver comfort bags to patients undergoing cancer treatments.
With approximately four new cancer cases being diagnosed each minute in the United States, AutoNation recognizes the urgency to find a cure for cancer and has made the DRVPNK initiative and its mission to end cancer its singular philanthropic objective, with nearly
"Although DRVPNK Across America Day is held during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our fundraising efforts to beat all cancer are far-reaching and year-long," said Mike Manley, AutoNation Chief Executive Officer. "Through our extensive network of charitable community partners, and with the support from our Customers and Associates coast to coast, we've donated millions of dollars where it is needed most—to support cancer research across the spectrum, from pediatric cancer to treatments for prostate cancer and more, aiding countless individuals who suffer from this devastating disease."
As part of an annual tradition, AutoNation spearheads numerous DRVPNK events and campaigns to take place throughout the year to support the company's fundraising goals.
Nationally, AutoNation directs its support to several national charities including the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), the American Cancer Society, the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, and Zero: The End of Prostate Cancer. AutoNation's markets from coast to coast support many local cancer charities too numerous to list, but among them are Cleveland Clinic Florida and Memorial Regional Hospital in South Florida, Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, CURE Childhood Cancer in Atlanta, Wipe out Kids Cancer in Dallas, The Phoenix Children's Hospital and many more.
To honor those touched by cancer on DRVPNK Across America Day, South Florida Associates and representatives from local sports teams will gather at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale to assemble "Totes for Hope" filled with comfort items to support and encourage adults and children receiving cancer treatment. In South Florida, the totes will be delivered to local hospitals including Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, Memorial Regional Hospital and the Cleveland Clinic, Florida while Associates from AutoNation locations coast to coast will also assemble and deliver totes to cancer patients in their local hospitals and cancer center treatment facilities.
Through December, AutoNation's Credit Card Donation Challenge will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF)—the world's largest private funder of breast cancer research and metastatic breast cancer research with
"Not only is AutoNation working to make a difference on a collective scale through DRVPNK, but we also believe in taking care of our Associates and their families, especially if they face a cancer diagnosis, "said Marc Cannon, Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Experience Officer. "From their first day on the job, each Associate and their eligible dependents are covered by company-paid cancer insurance, to help offset the expenses of cancer treatment. Our mission and achievements to date are making a positive difference in people's lives, and the DRVPNK movement continues to gain momentum. We are always striving to set new benchmarks and accelerate our fundraising efforts."
AutoNation will continue to partner throughout the year with hospitals, organizations, and businesses that share the company's vision and drive to end cancer. For example, Kates Real Food
Most recently, as another example of community outreach, AutoNation donated DRVPNK uniforms to St. Thomas University (STU) in Miami Gardens, FL, and continues to offer its iconic DRVPNK license plate frames to drivers free of charge at all AutoNation stores.
To find out more about DRVPNK initiatives taking place from coast to coast, visit www.autonation.com/our-purpose/drive-pink.
AutoNation, a provider of personalized transportation services, is driven by innovation and transformation. As one of America's most admired companies, AutoNation delivers a peerless Customer experience recognized by data-driven consumer insight leaders, Reputation and J.D. Power. Through its bold leadership and brand affinity, the AutoNation Brand is synonymous with "DRVPNK" and "What Drives You, Drives Us." AutoNation has a singular focus on personalized transportation services that are easy, transparent, and Customer-centric.
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