Non-Profit Animal Shelter Wins New Car in Toyota Contest

has delivered a brand new Toyota Highlander Hybrid on Friday October 14th. As part of Toyota’s “100 Cars for Good” program, the Anderson Animal Shelter is one of only six recipients in the state of Illinois to win this program. 

“We are delighted to have won this car for the shelter and are thrilled that we have a vehicle designated to help us get animals to veterinary appointments, rescue animals from very high-kill facilities, and pick up donations given to us by the community,” said shelter Executive Sandy Shelby. “Thank you, Toyota and all the people that voted for us on Facebook! This car is a wonderful gift to help our animals.”

The Toyota “100 Cars for Good” program consisted of 100 winning non-profit organizations receiving a new Toyota vehicle after being picked by voters on Toyota’s Facebook page. Five organizations were profiled per day and the voting took place from May 9 through August 16. Of the 500 finalists from around the country, 100 winners were chosen. Toyota is very happy to bring these very deserving organizations a quality vehicle to be used for their missions.

“It gives us great pride to announce the winners in the Toyota “100 Cars for Good” program,” said Jim Lentz, president of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. “The selected winners not only provide significant services, but also inspire by showing what is possible when we put others’ needs before our own.”

St. Charles Toyota was the site chosen to deliver the winners vehicle. Dennis Alf along with sons Michael and Steven have operated dealerships in the Chicagoland area since 1990. The entire Alf family resides in St. Charles or surrounding communities and it gives them great pride to be part of Toyota’s “100 Cars for Good” program.

“Congratulations to the Anderson Animal Shelter and all of its members and volunteers,” said Michael Alf, general manager of St Charles Toyota. “It is exciting to have one of the winners located within the communities we serve as well as being customers of St. Charles Toyota for years. I know the vehicle is being put to good use for a great cause.”

Anderson Animal Shelter has been serving the Fox Valley area since it was founded in 1966. AAS is an independent, non-profit organization that rescues approximately 2,500 animals per year, over half of whom are strays or unwanted pets that come to us in need of shelter and veterinary care while they await new homes. The remaining 1,200 animals are served through low-cost spay/neuter and vaccine clinics and dog training programs. Anderson also offers humane education programs and numerous volunteer opportunities for adults and children.

The Shelter operates under a maximum adoptability philosophy and is dedicated to eliminating the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals. Every adoptable animal at the shelter is taken care of for as long as it takes to find them a loving home forever.

Anderson Animal Shelter receives no state or federal funding and must rely on the generosity of individual, corporate and foundation donors that share in the belief that every animal deserves a loving home

St. Charles Toyota is a family owned and operated dealership serving the Chicagoland area since 1994. The Alf’s take a hands on approach to running the day to day operations. It is Dennis, Michael and Steven’s belief this approach benefits customers on every level.

Since the beginning, they realized the relationship forged with their customers and community was the cornerstone to success, and all business decisions reflect this philosophy. St. Charles Toyota’s motto is simple, “Exceeding Your Expectations”. You will quickly see this is not just a slogan but the foundation upon which the business has been built. We are committed to providing all customers with a fair and stress free experience throughout the dealership.

For more information on St. Charles Toyota, visit stcharlestoyota.net

Toyota (NYSE: TM) established operations in the United States in 1957 and currently operates 10 manufacturing plants, including one under construction. Toyota directly employs nearly 30,000 in the U.S. and its investment here is currently valued at more than $18 billion, including sales and manufacturing operations, research and development, financial services and design.

Toyota is committed to being a good corporate citizen in the communities where it does business and believes in supporting programs with long-term sustainable results. Toyota supports numerous organizations across the country, focusing on education, the environment and safety. Since 1991, Toyota has contributed more than $500 million to philanthropic programs in the U.S.

For more information on Toyota's commitment to improving communities nationwide, visit www.toyota.com/community.