LKQ Corporation Announces 3rd Annual ‘LKQ Cares Holiday Vote’ Charitable Program

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LKQ Corporation (LKQ) announces its 3rd annual 'LKQ Cares Holiday Vote' charitable program, committing to donate $1 million to various philanthropic organizations. The program engages stakeholders globally, allowing them to direct the company's charitable efforts. Each of the ten organizations will receive an initial $50,000 donation, with the remaining $500,000 to be allocated based on votes from LKQ team members, customers, and other stakeholders.

CHICAGO, Ill., Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LKQ Corporation today announced its 3^rd annual ‘LKQ Cares Holiday Vote’ charitable program commencing on Giving Tuesday, November 28, 2023, running through Friday, December 8, 2023. The LKQ Community Foundation is committing to donate a total of $1 million to the following philanthropic organizations:

• American Cancer Society
• BEN Support for Life
• Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
• Collision Repair Education Foundation
• Environmental Defense Fund
• Make-A-Wish
• Skills USA
• The Ocean Cleanup
• UNICEF
• United Nations World Food Programme

“I am proud to announce our third annual ‘LKQ Cares Holiday Vote’ program that engages all of our stakeholders globally and gives them an opportunity to provide direction to our charitable efforts,” said Dominick Zarcone, President and Chief Executive Officer. “At LKQ, we are proud to support charitable organizations who help our communities where we live and operate. With everything going on in the world today, it’s important to acknowledge how fortunate we are to be able to celebrate and provide this support.”

As part of this program, each of the ten organizations will receive an initial $50,000 donation, with the allocation of the remaining $500,000 in funds to be determined based on votes from LKQ team members, customers, and other stakeholders. The Company expects all donations to be paid before year end.

To participate in the LKQ Cares Holiday Vote program and submit your vote, please visit https://forms.office.com/r/s6y64kGpPp or use the QR code below:

About LKQ Corporation

LKQ Corporation (www.lkqcorp.com) is a leading provider of alternative and specialty parts to repair and accessorize automobiles and other vehicles. LKQ has operations in North America, Europe, and Taiwan. LKQ offers its customers a broad range of OEM recycled and aftermarket parts, replacement systems, components, equipment, and services to repair and accessorize automobiles, trucks, and recreational and performance vehicles.

Contact

Sandy Pierantoni
Director, Global Sustainability and VP, LKQ Community Foundation
sjpierantoni@lkqcorp.com

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FAQ

What is LKQ Corporation's 'LKQ Cares Holiday Vote' charitable program?

LKQ Corporation's 'LKQ Cares Holiday Vote' charitable program is an annual initiative that commits to donating $1 million to various philanthropic organizations. It engages stakeholders globally to direct the company's charitable efforts.

When does the 'LKQ Cares Holiday Vote' program run?

The 'LKQ Cares Holiday Vote' program runs from Giving Tuesday, November 28, 2023, through Friday, December 8, 2023.

How are the donations allocated in the 'LKQ Cares Holiday Vote' program?

Each of the ten organizations will receive an initial $50,000 donation, with the remaining $500,000 to be allocated based on votes from LKQ team members, customers, and other stakeholders.

How can one participate in the 'LKQ Cares Holiday Vote' program?

To participate in the 'LKQ Cares Holiday Vote' program and submit your vote, visit https://forms.office.com/r/s6y64kGpPp or use the provided QR code.