Blaise Alexander Subaru and Clinton County United Way Collaborate to Provide Clothing for Children in Need

By Autumn Gavlock
LOCK HAVEN – In a heartwarming event on February 26, Blaise Alexander Subaru of Muncy joined forces with the Clinton County United Way to contribute to the well-being of local children. The dealership presented over 150 brand-new coats, sneakers, and socks as part of their partnership with Operation Warm and the Subaru “Loves to Help” initiative.

Operation Warm, a national nonprofit, focuses on connecting children with essential resources to thrive. They believe that providing items such as coats, sneakers, and socks not only ensures physical protection from the elements but also positively impacts a child’s mental and emotional well-being.

Sharing similar ideals in their commitment to improving lives in their communities, Blaise Alexander Subaru of Muncy is currently engaged in their Subaru “Loves to Help” Month. The dealership aims to provide comfort, hope, and confidence to children facing urgent needs. The partnership between Blaise Alexander Subaru and Operation Warm is poised to amplify support for those who need it most.

As the largest automotive supporter of Operation Warm, Subaru and its retailers, including Blaise Alexander Subaru of Muncy, have been actively involved in charitable efforts. Through various initiatives, it is estimated that Subaru and its retail partners have assisted more than 750,000 children and adults in urgent need.

Representatives from Blaise Alexander Subaru of Muncy, including General Manager Dave Kelley, Top Sales Representative David Walz, Service Manager Shawn Fillman, and Financial Assistant Alisha Rider, were present during the donation exchange. Dave Kelley expressed his excitement about the impact these contributions will have on the local community with The Record, “I really can’t wait to see how this takes off once we start putting coats and sneakers on kids and just seeing the smiles on their faces,” said Kelley. He also highlighted the variety of sizes available, ranging from toddler sizes up to size 13/14, ensuring that a wide range of children will benefit from the donations.

Representing the Clinton County United Way were Ben Green, Executive Director/CEO, and Katrina Selby, Community Outreach Manager. Green expressed gratitude for the collaboration, stating, “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Operation Warm and Blaise Alexander Subaru to provide these articles of clothing to those in need.”

The plans for distribution of these items are currently underway, with the Clinton County United Way coordinating with local organizations to ensure they reach those in need. More information on the distribution plans will be provided by the United Way in the coming days.

For those interested in learning more about Blaise Alexander Subaru’s efforts to help children in urgent need, additional information can be found on their website at AlexanderSubaruInc.com or Subaru.com/help. The collaboration between Blaise Alexander Subaru, Operation Warm, and the Clinton County United Way stands as a testament to the positive impact that businesses and nonprofits can achieve when working together for the betterment of their communities.