Car Shows For A Cause
'A Look at the Funds Raised at Car Events and Where it Goes'
A lot of planning and hard work goes into putting on a car show, cruise-in, rod run and/or swap meet. It takes the tireless help of volunteers, the generosity of sponsors, the loyalty of participants and the attendance of spectators to build a successful event. While it often takes months or all year to put on a 1-day, 2-day or 3-day show, it's just a blink of an eye and it's over for another year. When it's over, we know who sponsored the show, we know who the trophy winners are and even the big raffle prize winner, but we don't always know who benefits from the monies raised through registration fees, raffle ticket sales and/or food and beverage purchases. In most cases (if not all), these events are a fundraiser for a non-profit organization, a school program, or a family or individual in need.
Through the years of attending and participating in car shows, cruise-ins, and swap meets, I've learned that the car community folks have huge hearts and deep pockets. They give of their time, their hearts and their financial support. I couldn't be more proud than to play a small role in the generosity of these amazing car enthusiasts.
The purpose of this page is to share with you, the amount of money that's been raised at individual events by car clubs, organizations and businesses for non-profit organizations and/or those in need.
A heartfelt 'Thank You' to all of you!
If you would like the information from your 2023 event listed below,
please email ALL of the following information to me at Staff@NorthwestClassicAutoMall.com:
1. The name of your event
2. The date your event was held in 2023
3. Where your event was held (location, city and state)
4. The amount of money the event raised
5. The recipient of the money that was raised
6. ONE picture of the event
7. Your name and phone number in case I have any questions. Thank you!
Shows of 2024:
The 12th Annual Springhill North Albany Car Show was held on July 14th, 2024 at Bryant Park in Albany, Oregon. The show raised $7,401.36 for the South Willamette Valley Honor Flight that transports America's Veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit those memorials dedicated to honor their service and sacrifices. This brings a 6 year total to over $43,000!
The Heritage Auto Show celebrated 25 Years of Heritage on September 21st at the Northwest Vintage Car and Motorcycle Museum in Brooks, Oregon. There was a Special Tribute to Chryslers 100th and Mustangs 60th Anniversary.
A $500 Scholarship was placed in the Speedster Program for the Northwest Vintage Car and Motorcycle Museum. It will be awarded to one of the students going on to the Chemeketa Automotive Program.
The Cops, Cars & Cruisers Event was held on September 14, 2024 at the Meadowwood Technology Campus in Liberty Lake, WA. The event raised $4,299 for Special Olympics.
Their first event in 2017 raised $700, had 8 award winners, and Best of Show was a 1959 Series 62. In 2024, $4,299 was raised, gave out 45 awards, and Best of Show was a 1969 Chevelle Super Sport.
Shows of 2023:
The Wheels for Hope 2023 Charity Car Show was held on July 22, 2023 in Shelton, WA. The event raised $14,389 in cash and food donations for Gethsemane Ministry and Love INC. Both local charities helping people with diverse backgrounds find hope and restoration to productive members of society through counseling and vocational training.
The Summer Finally Got Here Concert & Classic Car Show was held on August 13, 2023 at the Aspen Meadow Amphitheater in Colton, Oregon. The event raised $10,519 for Fort Kennedy, where they assist local homeless Veterans by giving them a hand-up, not a handout.
The Vintiques UnRun was held on October 7, 2023 at the Central Washington Agricultural Museum in Union Gap, WA. The event raised $3,500 for the YMCA Yakima, Children's Wishes and Dreams, and Vintiques YVC Automotive Scholarship.
The Cops, Cars & Cruisers Event was held on September 16, 2023 at the Meadowwood Technology Campus in Liberty Lake, WA. The event raised $4,116 for Special Olympics.
The 2nd Annual Tygh Valley Classic Car Show was held on September 9, 2023 at the Barnwood Barber Shop in Tygh Valley, Oregon. The event raised $2,300 for the Tygh School Community Center.
The 11th Annual Springhill-North Albany Car Show was held on July 9th, 2023 at Bryant Park in North Albany, Oregon. The event raised $9,257.30 for the South Willamette Valley Honor Flight.
If you would like to see the success of your car event displayed on this page, please email the name of your event, date it was held, recipient of money raised, who received the money raised, and one event photo to me at events@nwcam.com
