The 2023 Subaru Love Promise Customer and Community Commitment Award
We've been nationally recognized for our dedication to our customers, our community, and the Subaru Love Promise.
We're honored to receive the 2023 Subaru Love Promise Customer and Community Commitment Award. This award nationally recognizes elite Subaru retailers who provide an exceptional customer experience at every interaction with Subaru. These retailers have also demonstrated an outstanding commitment to supporting passions and causes in their local communities in important areas such as the environment, community, health, education, and pets.
What is the Subaru Love Promise?
Subaru and our retailers believe in making the world a better place and the Subaru Love Promise is our vision of respecting all people. This is our commitment to show love and respect to our customers and to work to make a positive impact in the world.
In a perfect world, hunger would be history and hope would be commonplace. We believe a perfect world is possible.
Community
In a perfect world, hunger would be history and hope would be commonplace. We believe a perfect world is possible.
In 2020, Subaru and its retailers made a donation to Feeding America to provide 50 million meals to help feed people in need during the COVID-19 crisis,* making meals available at 199 local food banks across the country.
*$1 helps provide at least 10 meals secured by Feeding America on behalf of local member food banks.
Subaru and our retailers are committed to protecting and preserving the Earth, not just by our words, but also by our actions.
Environment
Subaru and our retailers are committed to protecting and preserving the Earth, not just by our words, but also by our actions.
Since 2018, as part of the Subaru Loves the Earth initiative, Subaru and retailers across the country have partnered with TerraCycle® and have collected over 9 million pieces of hard-to-recycle trash from their communities. Items such as snack bag wrappers, coffee cups, or used cabin air filters from service areas have been diverted from landfills and given a second life by TerraCycle when it is converted into durable furniture and other usable items.
Subaru believes we all should have a chance to lead a healthy life.
Health
Subaru believes we all should have a chance to lead a healthy life.
That’s why Subaru and its retailers, like us, partner with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) and their local hospital or cancer treatment center to give warm blankets and encouraging messages of hope, written by retailers and Subaru customers in their stores, to support patients facing cancer. Through our partnership with LLS, we’ve supported nearly 300,000 cancer patients nationwide. We’re proud to be LLS’s largest automotive donor.
It's our goal to make the pursuit of knowledge available to as many minds as possible.
Education
It's our goal to make the pursuit of knowledge available to as many minds as possible.
Subaru and its retailers, like us, are continuing our support of education and high-needs schools in our communities through Subaru Loves Learning® by providing teachers across the country with funding to purchase the school supplies and resources they know are needed to help students thrive in the classroom. Through our partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org, Subaru and its retailers will have supported more than 470,000 students nationwide and are proud to be their largest corporate supporter.
Subaru believes all pets deserve a loving home.
Pets
Subaru believes all pets deserve a loving home.
That’s why Subaru and its retailers, like us, host adoption events and donate $100 to our partner shelter for every pet adopted during the month of October*. Through our partnership with local and national organizations, we have donated over $51 million, which has supported the adoption, rescue, transport, and health of over 420,000 animals. We’re proud to be the largest corporate donor to the ASPCA.
*Subaru retailers will donate $100 for every pet adopted from partner shelters from October 1, 2023 through October 31, 2023 up to $3,100 per retailer.
Subaru and its retailers believe in giving back to our communities.
The Subaru Share the Love ® Event
Subaru and its retailers believe in giving back to our communities.
That’s why for every new vehicle sold or leased during the Subaru Share the Love event, Subaru and its retailers, like us, makes a donation to national charities that our owners care about and to over 2,100 local charities where Subaru owners live and work.
Now, after 15 years, Subaru and our retailers have donated over $256 million to charity all to give back and to make the world a better place.
Love Promise Stories from Burke Subaru
Subaru and Burke Subaru believe in making a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work. We uphold that belief through our Love Promise Community Commitment. Every month, we select inspiring stories from customers and partners from around our area who strive to support our collective commitment and feature them here.
Burke Subaru brought my rescue pup Gigi and me together. - Joseph D.
Burke Subaru has been a wonderful member of the cape May County community. Over the years, I have done business with dozens of car dealership and never have I experienced the generosity, caring and community involvement that Burke Subaru has shown. In 2022, Francey at Burke Subaru sent me an invitation to attend Breakfast with the Middle Township Police. I had never experienced such kindness, generosity and genuine caring for their customers and community at large. The event was held in the beautiful showroom of Burke Subaru and featured a complete catered breakfast and friendly interaction with the Middle Township Police, some local elected officials and the pleasant staff of Burke Subaru starting with the Burke family and all of its Subaru staff. I have since been invited to and attended several more Burke Subaru community events including one for Habitat for Humanity and another for the Ocean City Animal Shelter. It was at this event that I decided to adopt my second senior shelter dog who has brought me great joy. I’m a senior living alone but thanks to Burke Subaru, I now have a wonderful Frenchie who has been given a second chance. It was the Burke Subaru Ocean City Animal Shelter community event that made this happen. Just this month I attended the second Burke Subaru Breakfast with the police event complete with delicious breakfast, gifts from Burke Subaru and a great opportunity to meet and interact with local police officers, elected officials, other residents and especially the caring folks of the Burke family and Burke Subaru staff. Sincerely, Joe DiPrimio
02/21/2024 Middle Township Police Department - Cops and Coffee Event - Ronald M.
Burke Subaru has always partnered up with the Middle Township Police Department for multiple community events. They had assisted us this February with our local Cops and Coffee Event, where members of the community come out to meet and greet our new officers, have casual talks with our police officers, or voice concerns about community issues. They provided us a great location in which 70 people from community attended the event. They also provided a catered breakfast by George's Restaurant a local establishment as well as also giving away a free gift, a travel size coffee mug with Middle Township Departmental Logo and Burke Subaru Logo. This is a great event that brings the community closer together by building stronger partnerships with the police department and community members. Burke Subaru has always supported our local community and with that we are truly grateful for their continued support!
Cops and Coffee at Burke Subaru - John & Jane H.
My husband and I recently had the pleasure of attending a Cops and Coffee event hosted by Burke Subaru. Dave, Francey and Doug Burke were tremendous hosts. The event provided an excellent opportunity for the community to meet officers from Middle Township Police Department and have an open forum to discuss any questions/issues the attendees had for the officers. Burke’s event fostered unity and community spirit. What Burke Subaru does to give back to our community goes above and beyond.
Balloon Cars - Elizabeth D.
Thanks to the generosity of Burke Subaru, I was able to purchase supplies for my 7th grade students to build balloon carts to demonstrate the Laws of Motion. We've never been able to do this before, so our students were very excited to test this out!
Middle Township Middle School - Tara H.
Thanks to the generous donation from Burke Subaru, I was able to purchase lab supplies for my 6th and 7th grade students. These supplies have allowed the science department at Middle Township Middle School to add many hands on activities into the curriculum including balloon powered race cars, models of the Earth, and many more. Thank you Burke Subaru!
Science Fun - Middle Township M.
This year, Burke Subaru made a generous donation to Middle Township Middle School's science department. With this donation our science classes were able to complete labs such as a snow melting lab, models of the Earth, an ocean salinity lab and more. This donation allowed teachers to purchase supplies to add many more hands on activities to our science curriculum. Thank you Burke!
Making a Difference - Shannon H.
I have been completely humbled and grateful for the generous donation Subaru has done for my classroom. We now are equipped with brand new headphones for all students to have when using technology and virtual lab demonstrations. Our classroom has a powerful, upgraded pencil sharpener that works amazing too! We are currently using the Litmus and pH paper in our Acids and Bases lesson and labs thanks to you! I'm looking forward to our Genetics unit approaching in the Spring, where we will get to use the additional items, such as the DNA model, and pre-made slides, and slides! I can't thank you enough for allowing me to enhance these lessons thanks to your support. Sincerely, Shannon Hunsicker 8th Grade Science Teacher Middle Township
Coats for families in Cape May - Victoria H.
Cape May Cares is a non-profit organization that works primarily with the residents of the Cape May Housing Authority. Cape May is a beautiful Victorian sea-side town with lovely homes and horse drawn carriage rides. It exudes wealth. But within this gorgeous town, there are under-resourced families that need help with the basics of life. Burke Subaru invited Cape May Cares to be their partner for a coat distribution through Subaru’s Operation Warm. It was a great collaboration! Thanks to Doug Burke and Jeremy for being the muscle and bringing all the coat boxes; thanks to Francey Burke for initiating this community outreach; and thanks to Carlee, a Burke Subaru employee, who helped all day – and it was her birthday! On Saturday, January 21, Cape May Cares opened its doors to those in CMHA housing and the local community who needed a warm, free coat! The excitement and smiles of the families were heartwarming to witness! To know that every child in the Cape May Housing apartments has a warm coat gives us such peace. While selecting a coat, one mother was touched to learn that the coats came from Burke Subaru. She was so grateful for Burke Subaru providing a Sensitive Santa session for children with autism at Christmas. It meant the world to her family. The word is out that Burke Subaru cares about those in the community that need special help! Cape May Cares is grateful for their support of our mission to “empower through education and experience” those who need it most in the Cape May community.
Burke Subaru provides gifts to Veterans Golf Association - Katherine S.
Burke Subaru in New Jersey stands as a beacon of community spirit and support. their commitment to giving back is not just a one-time affair but a deeply ingrained tradition. This dedication was nowhere more evident than in their generosity to the Veteran's Golf Association (VGA). The VGA is a tight-knit group of veterans who share the love for the game of golf and a bond that transcends their service years. They play golf not only for the sport but also as a way to connect with follow veterans, to heal, and to find solace in the camaraderie of peers. The VGA members were lucky enough for the opportunity to have access to the Shore Club in Cape May Court House New Jersey. The event was just mentioned in a conversation with Francey Burke. Francey immediately said, "We are going to do something for our vets." Francey was told that no one was looking for anything for this event and that it was just something that was being shared in conversation, she stated, "I know, Burke loves our veterans, I will be in touch and let you know what we will do for this event." As the VGA members gathered at this beautiful golf course on a sunny morning they were in for a pleasant surprise. In each golf cart were beautifully crafted, custom drinking tumblers, each adorned with the VGA logo. The veterans couldn't help but smile as they learned that these tumblers were a gift from the Burke Subaru dealership as a token of appreciation for their service. The VGA members marveled at the quality of the tumblers that were designed to keep hot or cold drinks at the perfect temperature. Throughout the round of golf the veterans commented about how nice the gift was from Burke Subaru and how wonderful it was that a local business truly cared about its veterans. The participants in the golf outing were appreciative of the nice gifts and touched by the sentiment behind the tumblers. it was a reminder that their sacrifices were not forgotten and that Burke Subaru stood with them. The VGA members wanted to express their gratitude to the Burke's for their generosity and just of thinking of them in this way. The group signed a VGA flag for the Burke's as a heartfelt thank you and a way of showing what the gift meant to them. For some, the tumblers were a symbol of appreciation they long for but for most it was a testament to the Burke family's commitment to their community and their enduring support for those who had served and serve. It was not just about the gift, it was about the values of service and community support shared by Burke and the veterans. With great appreciation for Burke's, Subaru and the commitment to the VGA. Sincerely, Lt Col (USAR) Katherine A. Sahm
Kanen's Christmas & Middle Township School District Holiday Collaboration - Lindsey D.
For the third year in a row, Middle Township School District staff members collected gifts for students in need for Kanen’s Christmas. This organization was created in 2021 as a collaboration between Pam Shute (Supervisor of Elementary Education), Kelly Cox (Elem. #1 Guidance Counselor), and Lauren Keating-Wear in memory of one of Middle Township’s students, Kanen Keating-Wear, who passed away in 2019 from Ewing's Sarcoma. Staff throughout the district provided gifts and wrapping paper for 48 Middle Township families, which included 170 children, as well as grocery store gift cards for those in need. We thank Burke Subaru for their contributions to making this event a success and their long history of commitment to our community.
Save The Pups - Russ N.
We were so honored to be invited to be part of Burke Subaru’s 3 Dog Night event. You all were excellent hosts and have such a heart for helping others. Teaming up with Burke Subaru to support the Human Society was a huge success. Blue Line K-9 is always grateful to be part of a good cause that helps spread awareness about man’s best friend. Thank you for all you do for the community. Best wishes in all you do! Your friends at Blue Line K-9
Burkes Habitat for Humanity - Jay D.
Each year Francey Burke of Burke Subaru goes over and above helping the those less fortunate then others. She donates of herself and Business to fund those in need. This women gives more those in needs in so many various fund raisers then many other business combined. Local Police, Veterans, Coast Guard, animal shelters etc etc. Yes Burkes is Special and i feel that they truly earned this award. Thank you Burkes Jay
Our BFF Burke! - Tyler K.
The Branches Outreach is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing social services and programs for vulnerable individuals in Cape May County with dignity and respect. As the number of people in need of services in our area continues to grow, the support of businesses like Burke Subaru are essential in sustaining our mission. We cannot thank Burke Subaru enough for all they do to support vulnerable members of our community. We are so grateful that Burke Subaru chose our organization as one of their nonprofits this year. This support will change lives especially when it comes to support for our emergency housing fund. Thank you Burke Subaru. We love you! -The Branches Outreach Team
Saving The Pups - Russ N.
We were so honored to be invited to be part of Burke Subaru’s 3 Dog Night event. You all were excellent hosts and have such a heart for helping others. Teaming up with Burke Subaru to support the Human Society was a huge success. Blue Line K-9 is always grateful to be part of a good cause that helps spread awareness about man’s best friend. Thank you for all you do for the community. Your friends at Blue Line K-9 Dog Training
It really does take a village - Phillip B.
Thank you so much to Subaru and our friends at Burke Subaru for helping to find our boy, Billy Bob his forever home. There is a saying that it takes a village and that could not ring anymore true then with the adoption of this amazing dog. Billy Bob was a very energetic puppy that did not show well in his kennel. He became so excited when someone came to visit that his excitement was sometimes confused with misbehavior. He was a staff favorite but to our astonishment, he remained in the shelter for week after week, as many other of his dog and cat friends came in and went home. He was getting a little frustrated and we were getting a little sad. Our friends at Burke invited us to a fun evet called 3 Dog Night. It was an adoption event, a micro chipping event and we made pet tags for the public. It was a super fun event helping out and meeting the public, but most importantly it was Billy Bob's chance. It was a chance to get out of the shelter and show all the folks what a great, fun, loving and happy dog he was and that he would make a great new addition to their family. Well, with so many caring people creating this opportunity and coming together to "share" the love of animals, our little man, Billy Bob left our shelter shortly after the event. He is now living his best life and the fairy TALE ending that he so much deserved. ....and they all lived happily ever after! Thank you to our village: Francey and Doug Burke and ALL the amazing friends at Burke Subaru who brought so many people together to help make Billy Bob's wish come true. https://www.facebook.com/reel/203663409346614
Burke Subaru hosts a very special Santa event for special needs children - Francey B.
Burke Subaru hosted a very special event for special needs children and their families, including their support pets. We created a special environment that was free of loud noises or bright lights. In addition to seeing Santa, we set up quiet activity stations for coloring and reading. We also had student volunteers from a local middle school that read to the children while they waited for their turn to see Santa. We also had a support therapy dog named Turbo assist with the children while they waited. Dinner, a holiday cake, and marshmallow treats were provided to all attendees. We also gave each child a special custom made Subaru Gear gift. We had over 100 children in see Santa, and over 200 in attendance. This special Santa event is a joyous occasion and very appreciated by the special needs children and their families.
Embodying the essence of community, compassion, and the spirit of Burke Subaru. - Elizabeth F.
Burke Subaru has been a steadfast supporter of Habitat for Humanity of Cape May County, demonstrating an unwavering commitment through the Subaru Share the Love program. Subaru and the Burke family have made incredibly generous donations over the years, serving as a cornerstone for the construction of affordable homes in Cape May County. Their dedication extends beyond financial support; each November, they warmly open their dealership to the community. During this special event, community members and volunteers gather to inscribe blessings and inspirational messages on the lumber that will form the foundation of a new Habitat home. This heartfelt initiative reflects not just a commitment to construction but a commitment to creating a nurturing environment for Habitat's partner families. The lumber adorned with messages will soon become the foundation of a home built with love, embodying the essence of community, compassion, and the spirit of Subaru's Share the Love program.
Sensory Santa Event at Burke Subaru - Jamie M.
Burke Subaru in CMCH, NJ recently hosted their Sensory Friendly Santa Event in their showroom on Wednesday, December 6th from 5-7pm. Our special needs friends from all over Cape May County ages ranging from 2-21 years old came out with their families to enjoy good food, good company and to meet Santa in a very sensory friendly environment. The Burke Subaru Group went out of their way to make our families feel supported and loved in this inclusive environment. They also had Turbo, the therapy dog come out to support this event! Our students and their families will always remember taking pictures with santa, having dinner and desserts and getting to hang out with their new furry friend, Turbo! Thank you to the entire Burke Subaru Group! Jamie Moscony Superintendent Cape May County Special Services School District
A Record Setting Day! The 2023 Burke Subaru Car, Truck & Cycle Show - Marla B.
The Cape May County Coast Guard Community Foundation was honored to again be the beneficiary of the Burke Subaru's Car, Truck & Cycle Show on September 2, 2023. This year we were able to assist in providing USCG assets like a USCG 26-foot Trailerable Aids to Navigation Boat (TANB) and recruited a group of Coast Guard Service Members from the Chief Petty Officers Association to act as judges of the many exceptional participants in the show. They did an amazing job choosing the best of each category and then Best in Show. At the close of this fun-filled fall day we were presented with a record-breaking check for $22,000. This extremely generous donation, presented to us on behalf of Burke Subaru in partnership with Sturdy Bank and many generous sponsors, will allow us to maintain our mission of nurturing the relationship between Coast Guard members, their families, Recruits, and the people of Cape May County. We accomplish this by developing our own programs, supporting the efforts of other organizations, and facilitating active engagement between the Coast Guard and Cape May County through unique and exciting events. The Cape May County Community spirit is strong for our Service Members, Veterans, local businesses, and members of our community. Burke Subaru's commitment to our Active-Duty Military and Veterans is a prime example of what it means to be a Proud Cape May County Coast Guard Community Member and we are extremely grateful for their support.
Burke Subaru supports the US Coast Guard! - Francey B.
Burke Subaru supported our United States Coast Guard. We provided a Subaru themed event gift for their 5K race held in Cape May at the grounds of the training center. We were proud to support this event! Our purchase of this event gift supported Wounded Warriors project. We were at the race with Burke staff members who handed out the gifts and we also had a new Subaru on display. Over 300 runners participated in this race.
Burke Subaru supports Middle Township Middle School - Francey B.
Burke Subaru supported our local Middle School by providing school supplies and a $3,000 donation in honor of Subaru Loves Learning® Month. The teachers and their Principal were thrilled to receive this special donation! They are looking forward to using the funds to buy supplies to enhance their STEM program at the Middle School.
Burke Subaru supports the Veteran Golfers Association - Francey B.
Burke Subaru recently supported the Veterans Golfers Association, a nationwide organization that benefits Veterans thru the sport of golf. We provided custom made high quality tumblers for each player, and they were truly appreciated by the Veterans. We used a company called Basecamp for the gifts; a company that gives back part of their sales proceeds to Wounded Warriors Project. Burke Subaru is proud and honored to support our Veterans thru the VGA and WWP!
2023 Burke Motor Group Car Show to benefit the US Coast Guard - Francey B.
Burke Motor Group held its annual Car Show on Labor Day Weekend, 2023. We had 250 registered vehicles and over 1200 people in attendance at this special event. We raised over $21,000 for the Cape May County Coast Guard Community Foundation. It was the largest donation that they have ever received. Funds are utilized to support the Coast Guard and their families in a wide variety of programs.
Burke Subaru hosts a Car Wash for Middle Township Jr. Panthers Football and Cheerleader Teams - Francey B.
We hosted a successful car wash for our area youth. The kids did a fantastic job and all the cars were super clean! The car wash raised funds for their football and cheerleading teams.
Burke Motor Group supports Lower Little League - Francey B.
Burke Motor Group was pleased to support the 2023 season of Lower Little League. The kids had a great time while also learning about teamwork and sportsmanship!
Did Burke Subaru go above and beyond, provide exceptional service, or support causes that are important to you? We'd love to hear about it.