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Jack Carter Chev’s donated Buick Special raised HOW much for the Canadian Red Cross Wildfire relief effort? You’re gonna’ love this!
Jack Cart Chev is up to all kinds of Good — again! You won’t believe what they rolled through the auction lanes in support of Canadian wildfire relief work this year!
Things happened fast : dealership auctioned 1962 Buick Special convertible for Jasper wildfire relief
This summer’s Jasper wildfire event has drawn a compassionate response from around the globe. You might have your own memories of times well spent in that beautiful part of Canada?
Jack Carter Chev stepped up — once again — by responding in their own uniquely generous way!
You may remember their substantial efforts in responding to wildfire relief just last year? Scroll our blogs for the unfolding story of their efforts on behalf of the Canadian Red Cross in 2023.
What were they up to this year? A little more of the same…and a donation that floats!
A peek at what went up for sale on auction day
Who knew wildfire relief could look so pretty?
Curious about how all of this played out for wildfire relief?
If you have been following along with us over the years, you know a bit about our auction process. Whenever possible, donated vehicles are auctioned, or re-sold, as-is to the highest bidder.
In the case of this 1962 Buick Special, our local auction house, Regal Auctions, handled the sale.
Things moved along quickly! The 1962 Buick Special Convertible went up for auction on Saturday, August 24, 2024!
How much was raised for the dealership’s chosen charity? A whopping $12,055.00!
Get involved!
Like Jack Carter Chev, you can help people impacted by Alberta Wildfires. Make a donation to the 2024 Alberta Wildfires Appeal:
online
by calling 1-800-418-1111
by texting ABFIRES to 45678 to make a $10 donation
Canadian Red Cross donations will be used for assisting those impacted in Jasper and other affected areas in Alberta. Immediate and ongoing relief will include financial assistance, support to evacuees and the communities hosting them. Recovery and resilience efforts in response to the wildfires will continue, as well as supporting community preparedness and risk reduction for future all-hazard disaster events within Alberta.
Remember, you can donate your own unused vehicle!
If you have an unused van, car, truck, SUV, or motorcycle that you would like to donate, we’re here to help! The process is simple, quick, and free — for you and your charity of choice.
First, simply fill in our online donation form. This will take you less than 10 minutes to complete.
Then, wait for a phone call from your supporting tow agent. They’ll set up your free tow in a timely, convenient manner.
Lastly, our agent will re-sell or recycle your donated vehicle. Then, the net proceeds will distributed to your charity. Just watch your inbox for your tax receipt!
Stay tuned for updates on Jack Carter Chev’s wildfire relief efforts!
