FAIRFAX, VA — Sheehy Auto Stores raised $352,000 for the American Heart Association through its annual Sheehy Has Heart campaign, bringing the company's total contributions to the organization to nearly $4 million since 2014.
The Fairfax-based automotive dealership group announced the donation Tuesday, Nov. 10, following a two-month fundraising campaign held in May and June. The initiative supports cardiovascular research, prevention and education programs throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
Now in its 12th year, Sheehy Has Heart brings together employees, customers and community partners to raise money and awareness about heart disease and stroke.
"This campaign allows us to bring greater attention to an issue that touches countless people in our communities," said Vince Sheehy, president of Sheehy Auto Stores. "Every year, our employees, customers, and partners come together to support families impacted by heart disease. We're honored to champion this cause and support the American Heart Association in carrying forward its lifesaving mission."
During the campaign, Sheehy Auto Stores contributed a portion of proceeds from vehicle sales to support heart health research, educational initiatives and community programs.
Select dealerships also partnered with the American Heart Association to offer free hands-only CPR demonstrations, allowing community members to learn emergency response skills in less than 30 minutes.
The company also supported regional wellness initiatives and employee activities designed to encourage heart-healthy habits.
"Sheehy Auto Stores' commitment to heart health is making a real difference in our communities," said Soula Antoniou, executive director of the American Heart Association's Greater Washington Region.
"This year's donation will help fund groundbreaking research, expand CPR education and strengthen the local outreach that helps prevent heart disease and stroke," Antoniou said.
The Sheehy Has Heart campaign began in 2014 as an effort to bring employees together around a shared charitable cause. It has since become one of the company's recurring community fundraising initiatives.
The nearly $4 million contributed to the American Heart Association is part of more than $50 million Sheehy Auto Stores says it has donated to charitable causes during its 60-year history.
Founded in 1966, the family-owned company operates more than 25 dealerships across the Mid-Atlantic, representing automotive brands including Ford, Toyota, Honda, Lexus, Subaru, Mazda, Hyundai and Nissan.
Through its broader Sheehy Cares charitable program, the company donated more than $1 million to community organizations in 2025, according to the company.
The American Heart Association supports cardiovascular research, public education and programs aimed at preventing heart disease and stroke.
More information about the fundraising initiative is available at SheehyHasHeart.org.
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