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.
The Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment
We believe in being a positive force in something bigger. And it all
starts right here in our community. Not just by our donations, but by
our actions.
That's why we stay true to our Love Promise Community Commitment by partnering with a wide variety of community nonprofits and charities.
Every year, we join hands with our owners in the "Share the Love" event, giving back to our community-a community that's given so much to us.
So, every day, we strive to ensure our love is felt not just by our customers, but by all in our community. We do this because we feel it is the right thing to do.
We are proud to participate in the Love Promise Community Commitment. We're grateful, not only to be a part of our community, but to serve and support the causes and passions that are closest to our hearts, right here in our neighborhood.
All of the organizations we support have one thing in common: the unwavering dedication to improve the world and the lives of its people.
That's why we stay true to our Love Promise Community Commitment by partnering with a wide variety of community nonprofits and charities.
Every year, we join hands with our owners in the "Share the Love" event, giving back to our community-a community that's given so much to us.
So, every day, we strive to ensure our love is felt not just by our customers, but by all in our community. We do this because we feel it is the right thing to do.
We are proud to participate in the Love Promise Community Commitment. We're grateful, not only to be a part of our community, but to serve and support the causes and passions that are closest to our hearts, right here in our neighborhood.
All of the organizations we support have one thing in common: the unwavering dedication to improve the world and the lives of its people.
Love Promise Stories from Fairway Subaru
Compelled to offer help to homeless man after attack
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Stand Down Event To Help Area Homeless Population:
| By Amanda Christman / Published: August 21, 2017 Stand down is the term used by military personnel to explain the time spent between operations, moving out of an alert state to a resting one at camp where they can stock up on supplies. Though they are embroiled in a different battle, the homeless and poverty stricken can stock up on supplies and clothing similarly before they go back to their lives through VALOR Clinic Foundation's Stand Down event Sept. 17 in Hazleton at 702 W. Broad St., next to the Hazleton Shopping Center, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stand Down Hazleton will function just like VALOR's other no-cost Stand Down events in the state which feature a mobile clothing closet, food pantry and soup kitchen. Held previously in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre area and the Lehigh Valley, this will be the first time it mobilizes in greater Hazleton, where free health screenings from nurses and fresh haircuts from a hairdresser will be offered at no cost. Hazleton was selected as another Stand Down location due to a "significant" need being identified, according to a volunteer, Jeff Sullivan. How often Stand Down will mobilize again in Hazleton, or in any other town, is dictated by how the community responds with donations and volunteers. All of the items given away are donated, said Sullivan, of East Stroudsburg, who works at Fairway Subaru in Hazle Twp. He already has reached out to those in greater Hazleton's homeless population, meeting them at places they visit, to let them know who he is and how VALOR, a military support nonprofit group, can help them all regardless of their military service or lack thereof. Sometimes they are apprehensive to allow him to approach them, but he finds a way to connect to many. Sullivan said when a homeless man, Kenneth Reichart, was beaten in Hazleton and assisted by VALOR recently, it brought a lot of public attention and interest to homelessness in the area and to VALOR's work. Right now VALOR is in need of nonperishable foods in pop-top containers - those that don't require a can opener - such as soups, chicken, tuna and other ready-to-eat meals like pastas that will be given away at the food pantry. Fruit juices, canned fruit, canned vegetables and peanut butter are also needed. Various drop-off locations will be staged at area businesses and will be announced in the Standard-Speaker and on VALOR's Facebook page. So far, the Hazleton American Legion Post 76 has committed to a canned food drop-off Sept. 3. Through this Stand Down event and what he hopes will be others, Sullivan hopes to fill in the voids in already established food giveaways and free community meals in greater Hazleton. He believes the Hazleton giveaway will reach 100 people but noted it's hard to say just how many will show. Food bags handed out during Stand Down will be split into categories -one for sheltered people and one for unsheltered people who have no access to kitchen tools and devices. Volunteers are needed to help set up the day of Stand Down and sponsors also are being sought. Those interested in getting involved can call Sullivan at 908-319-8140 or VALOR's headquarters at 570-664-6468. Though many of VALOR's volunteers are veterans, some are people who may not have a direct tie to military life but are inspired to help veterans out of respect for their service. They believe, Sullivan said, that the country's service to the veteran should begin when the veteran returns home. Sullivan, an Army veteran, got involved with VALOR while attending a motorcycle run fundraiser for the group at Pocono Mountain Harley Davidson, Stroudsburg, a few years ago. He spoke to founder Mark Baylis that day, asking what he could do to help, and Baylis asked him for a donation from the company he works for. Business sponsors have stepped forward to help. Among them are the Corazza family, which owns Fairway, Sullivan said. For every $1 donated to VALOR, Sullivan said, 93 cents goes back to the veterans. Some veterans, for various reasons, don't have a place to call home when they return to the United States. That's why VALOR created Paul's House at Hotel Jonas in the Polk Twp., Monroe County, village that bears the same name. VALOR formed in 2008 after Baylis, who had experience advocating for veterans including himself when he began receiving medical bills for injuries sustained in battle, found a need to help homeless veterans. He began a small food pantry and then he obtained the Hotel Jonas in 2014 with grant money, Sullivan said, and renovated it as donations came in. The house is named after Maj. Paul Syverson, a decorated American hero from Illinois who fell to enemy fire in 2004 in Iraq and was friends with Baylis. He was 32 when he was killed in action. Today, Baylis and his fiancée, Amy Midlam, and a host of other volunteers ensure VALOR's success and are working on another transitional house called Kevin's House for homeless veterans in Ohio. They hope to see VALOR and its houses in every state one day. Homeless veterans are sought out by volunteers who comb through homeless encampments and woods to find them, and if they are willing and pass the vetting process, they are welcomed into Paul's House. Sullivan recently picked up a homeless vet in Emmaus who was living on the street a long time, all over the country. He took him to Paul's House and before he left, Sullivan said he heard the man say, "this can't be real." Other homeless sanctuaries the man had seen were anything but a sanctuary, but this one was indeed the real deal. Veterans eligible to stay in Paul's House must have been honorably discharged and be without felony convictions and any active addiction. If there is an addiction to deal with, Sullivan said VALOR will get them enrolled in detox. The house can accommodate 13 veterans at a time, but it also serves as VALOR headquarters - a place to store, sort and drop off donations. Since 2014, Sullivan said, 59 homeless veterans have passed through its doors. Out of those 59, 55 are still housed there. They stay for a variable amount of time, and while there will get help for medical needs and veterans assistance or disability. They are taught life skills, social skills and computers and are able to seek out employment. Once they are capable to leave, VALOR helps find them housing and furnishes living space for them, he said. If they suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, they get involved in VALOR's Veterans Unstoppable program, developed for treating PTSD. It's not just for homeless veterans but for those with shelter. "It's the silent epidemic," Sullivan said. First responders also are welcome in the program. |  |
Love Promise Stories from Fairway Subaru
Subaru and Fairway 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
Three Magical Wishes Come True for Local Kids! – karate Institue O
Because of Fairway Subaru's commitment to the Make-A-Wish mission, magical wishes are made possible for local children from the Luzerne County area who are living with life threatening medical conditions. More than just a nice experience, wishes help children and their families replace fear with confidence, anxiety with excitement and sadness with hope. For many of our families, a wish-come-true marks a turning point in their child’s battle. Thanks to Fairway Subaru and the Share the Love Promise that turning point is made possible for 3 local children 8-year-old Sadie Nanticoke, PA Wishes to meet the Disney Princesses. Sadie and her family took off for Florida and a week filled with joy and happiness. With all access passes they were off to explore the parks including Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, EPCOT and more. Some of Sadie’s favorite moments were meeting the Princesses, including her favorite, Princess Elsa from Frozen, the endless rides and star-studded parades. Best of all she and her family enjoyed time away from doctor’s appointments and reminders of her illness. 9-year-old Jahzeel West Hazleton, PA Wishes for a online shopping spree For his one-true wish, Jahzeel chose an online shopping spree that would allow him to pick up new technology and gaming equipment for countless hours of fun and entertainment. At the top of Jahzeel’s shopping list was a 54” Roku Smart TV for movie nights with his family, and the always popular, Play Station 5 gaming system. No PS5 is complete without all the very best accessories such as a racing simulator console, gaming headset, gaming chair and video games including Fortnight and Minecraft to name a few. This top-of-the-line gaming system is guaranteed to offer Jahzeel and his friends’ endless hours of fun and enjoyment in the comfort and safety of his own home. 15-year-old-Eddily Hazleton, PA Wishes for a bedroom makeover Upon careful discussion, Eddily and her mom agreed, a bedroom makeover fit for a growing girl was just what the doctor ordered. When considering her décor options, it was no surprise Eddily lit up at the chance to paint her room in her favorite color, purple. But she didn’t stop there! Eddily purchased new covers in her favorite color to cover her brand-new queen-size bed, a purple lamp for her new nightstand and a purple shag carpet for the floor. Like any good teenager, Eddily also opted for a big screen Roku TV as well as a light up vanity table, ring light and a brand-new iPad. Eddily now has furniture to grow with, a room where she can host sleepovers and a place of comfort for any challenging days ahead. Please know magical wishes like these would not be possible without the continued support of Fairway Subaru. On behalf of Sadie, Jahzeel and Eddily and all our 21,000 wish kids and families, we thank you for Sharing the Love!
Fairway Subaru PA Teams Up to Support Local Community – Karen D
Imagine going without a coat, shoes, or even socks. For millions of children and adults experiencing homelessness and other urgent need situations across the country, even here in Hazleton, this is a harsh reality. Helping others strengthens communities, which is why Fairway Subaru PA is partnering with Operation Warm®, a national nonprofit focused on connecting children with the resources they need to thrive. Through this partnership and other Subaru Loves to Help® efforts, Subaru and retailers like Fairway Subaru PA have helped nearly 900,000 children and adults in urgent need. On 01/17/2025, Fairway Subaru PA donated 120 coats to St. Joseph's Food Pantry. These essential items not only help keep children protected, warm, and dry, it can have a significant impact on a child's mental and emotional well-being.
A Heartwarming Holiday – Kristie L
This Holiday season, Fairway Subaru demonstrated the true spirit of of giving by bringing joy and hope to a local family in need. In collaboration with the local food pantry, our dealership identified a family facing some challenging circumstances. The Fairway Subaru team jumped into action to give the four children a wonderful Christmas surprise. Buying gifts from toys and clothing to books and art supplies, the employees made sure each child received thoughtful gifts based on their needs and lists to Santa. Here at Fairways Subaru, its about more than cars-its about community. "We're grateful for the opportunity to give back and make a difference for everyone in the community we live and work in." said the Fairway Team.
Subaru Retailers Team Up to Support Hurricane Relief Efforts – Jess M
At Fairway Subaru, we’re always ready to step up and support our communities, especially in times of crisis. This commitment is at the heart of the Subaru Love Promise®. When Hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated the Eastern region, Subaru retailers like us immediately sprang into action. Alongside other Subaru retailers, Subaru of America, and local organizations, we assessed the most urgent needs in the affected areas. It quickly became clear that local food banks were struggling to keep up with the surge in demand as they worked to support people hit hardest by the storms. In response, we teamed up with 67 Subaru retailers across the region to launch a $400,000 match campaign to aid the hurricane relief efforts of Feeding America®. Fairway Subaru proudly contributed $5000 to this initiative. While the immediate impact of the storms fades from the headlines, many of our neighbors continue to face long-term challenges like food insecurity, water shortages, power outages, and limited access to essential services. Thanks to the collective generosity of Subaru retailers and the communities we serve, an additional $18,427 was raised. This brings the total impact to $418,427, or over 4,100,000 meals for those in need. "As one of the nation's largest disaster relief organizations, the Feeding America network of food banks and partner agencies is deeply rooted in communities across the country. Together, our partnership with trusted Subaru dealers has helped expedite emergency food assistance and supplies to people who need it most. We are immensely grateful," said Feeding America Chief Development Officer Casey Marsh.
Trunk or Treat – Nick Z
Heights-Terrace Elementary Middle School in Hazleton, PA held its 2nd annual Trunk or Treat. We rely on donations in order to provide a safe and exciting experience for the community. Businesses like Fairway Subaru went above and beyond with their generosity. We cannot thank them enough.
HAHS thanks you! – Janine S
Once again, the faculty at the Hazleton Area High School would like to thank the staff of Fairway Subaru in Hazleton, PA for generously adopting some of our classrooms. We would especially like to thank Kristian for setting everything up and making the transition so easy upon delivery. We appreciate your continued support in our efforts to make a better learning environment. Your generous donations will not go to waste! Again, thank you Subaru!
Fairway Subaru Shares the Love with 3 Hometown Wish Kids – Maggie O
For over 13 years, Fairway Subaru has chosen to partner with it's Hometown Make-A-Wish chapter to grant life affirming wishes for more than 28 local children living with a critical illness. Due to great success of the 2023 Share the Love promotion, Fairway Subaru once again delivers 3 magical wishes for children from Luzerne County. More than just a nice experience, wishes help children and their families replace fear with confidence, anxiety with excitement and sadness with hope. For many of our families, a wish-come-true marks a turning point in their child’s battle. Because of Fairway and its customers, that turning point is made possible for kids like Mykel, Lukas and Isela. Like many teenage boys, 15-year-old Mykel from Nanticoke enjoys spending his time with friends, watching scary movies, listening to music, and snacking on candy. Despite the challenges of his leukemia diagnosis, Mykel has a passion for adventure, travel and thrill rides. When he met with his wish granting team, Mykel considered his wish options carefully. After some thought and discussion, he decided a trip to the Florida theme parks with his family was just what the doctor ordered. Soon after, Mykel and his family were off to warm and sunny Florida and the one-and-only, Give Kids the World Village. At this wish exclusive fairy-tale resort they received everything they needed for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure including VIP passes to all the Disney theme parks, Universal Studios, Sea World and more. Highlights of the trip for Mykel included riding all the roller coasters, visiting Hogwarts School for Wizards and seeing dinosaurs up close in Jurassic Park. Most of all, he and his family enjoyed time away from doctor’s appointments and reminders of his illness. Time to be a family and focus on sharing magical moments and making memories to last a lifetime. Sixteen-year-old Lukas from Mountain Top enjoys hanging out with friends, listening to music, and playing video games. However, Lukas has Hodgkin Lymphoma, a type of cancer that develops in the lymph system and can limit a person’s ability to fight infection. His condition notwithstanding, Lukas also has a growing love for what is commonly referred to these days as “The Salt Life” – the beach, the ocean and fresh salt air. For some time now, he has had an increasing desire to go to the Florida Keys. Lukas has seen television shows and commercials featuring The Keys, particularly Key West, and its majestic clear blue ocean water and magnificent deep-sea fishing. A trip to Key West was his perfect wish. During his wish, Lukas, his parents and younger brother Christian stayed at the beautiful Capitana Key West hotel, with a pool overlooking the Gulf Coast. Lukas spent a lot of time enjoying the warm waters of Key West. He went snorkeling, discovering first-hand the breathtaking aquatic life that can be seen under water. Lukas spent another day fishing and had the thrill of catching fish larger than anything he ever caught before! Lukas felt that “everything was really nice, and the fishing was just awesome! We had some huge fish, and we even caught red snapper.” Mom Kristy added that “Lukas – and all of us – had a wonderful week. He even really enjoyed the one day he didn’t spend in the water…. we walked around, did some shopping on Duval Street. It was great.” Despite living with the challenges of epilepsy, 18-year-old Isela from Hazle Township is a typical teenage girl who enjoys listening to music, dancing and spending time with her friends. When our wish granting volunteers met with this Isela, it was clear her one-true magical wish is to visit the most magical place on earth, Walt Disney World Resorts®. With the wave of our magic wand and sprinkle of pixie dust, Isela and her family soon left for a week of magic, wonder and dreams come true in sunny Florida. With VIP access to all the Florida theme parks there was no waiting in lines for rides. Isela enjoyed front row seats for all the shows and parades, as well as special quality time with all her favorite characters including the one and only, Mickey Mouse. Each day when Isela returned to her personal villa at the amazing Give Kids the World Village, she found unique gifts from all her new friends, one-of-a-kind resort activities, and nightly tuck-ins from GKTW Mayor Clayton and Miss Merry. It was truly a week-long celebration fit for a princess. Please know magical wishes like these would not be possible without the continued support and dedicated teamwork of donors like you. On behalf of all our 21,000 wish kids and families we thank you for believing in the power of a wish!
Fairway Subaru helps local Cancer Center – Jessica K
Thank you to Fairway Subaru for delivering blankets and care kits to the patients at the Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton Cancer Center. Partnering with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), these deliveries were part of Subaru's Loves to Care month. Fairway Subaru has been a supporter of this program for several years and have delivered warmth and comfort to hundreds of patients in Hazleton. Thank you for always supporting LLS, LVHN and their patients.
Subaru Provides Much Needed Coats to Catholic Social Services – Danielle M
Fairway Subaru provided children coats to the Greater Hazleton Catholic Social Services, which allowed them to gift the coats to those in need. Unfortunately, Catholic Social Services sees many children come through the doors during cold days wearing only T-shirts and or thin little sweaters. This donation has been a huge relief to those families that are unable to provide a warm coat for their children.
Hazleton Area High School – Christine K
We here at the HAHS would like to thank Mr. Al Corazza of Fairway Subaru in Hazleton, PA for generously adopting some of our classrooms. We can't thank you enough! Our teachers and students will make great use of the donation and supplies you provided us. Thank you Subaru!
Fairway Subaru Provides Blankets, Care Kits, & Messages of Hope to Local Cancer Patients – Jessica K
Thank you to Fairway Subaru for once again partnering with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® and providing warmth, love, and relief to those facing cancer. Fairway Subaru delivered blankets, patient care kits, and messages of hope to LVHN Cancer Center-Hazleton through the Subaru Loves to Care® initiative. Fairway Subaru has been a supporter of this program for several years and, over those years, has delivered hundreds of blankets to patients at LVHN Cancer Center-Hazleton. These blankets provide warmth and comfort to the patients in their time of need. Local 5th grade students also designed handmade "Messages of Hope" cards to be given to the patients. These brightly colored, handwritten messages provide words of encouragement to those who are facing cancer. Thank you, Fairway Subaru, for always supporting the mission of LLS and the patients in your community!
Sharing the Love and Power of a Wish! – Maggie O
Children diagnosed with critical illnesses experience extreme emotional challenges every day. For a young mind to wrap itself around medical terms, harsh treatments and scary surgeries is not only exhausting – it is traumatic. Such mental distress can impair a child’s long-term healing and leave them feeling hopeless. A spark of hope can change everything. Because of Fairway Subaru and its dedicated customers that spark of hope has been found in magical wishes for three local children like four-year-old Malaysia from Nescopeck who lives with the complications of a heart defect. When she and her family met with their wish team to explore her one-true-wish, we learned that most of all, Malaysia wished for an outdoor playset where she and her family could enjoy endless hours of fun and laughter. Soon after, her one-of-a-kind backyard oasis was delivered including an ADA vinyl custom playset with a safety playmat, clubhouse, slides, games, and unique adaptive features for this growing girl. Not only will Malaysia’s playset provide a safe and comfortable place for her to play, but it will provide countless childhood memories their family will cherish for many years to come. Watching football with his friends and going to the movies and dining at Texas Roadhouse with his sisters are some of the ways 18-year-old Jacob from Plymouth enjoys spending his time. Then again, anything is preferable to the treatments and hospital stays required for managing his cancer diagnosis. When Jacob learned he could make a once-in-a-lifetime wish come true, he aimed his sites on the luscious landscape of Hawaii! After some careful planning, Jacob and his family were off to tropical islands where they were greeted with traditional Hawaiian leis and escorted to their luxury accommodations. Some of the trip highlights included snorkeling in a glass bottom boat, learning all about the island history from his personal tour guide, as well as the opportunity to explore pineapple plantations, volcanoes, and majestic waterfalls. He also loved the traditional Hawaiian activities such as attending a luau with fire dancers, sampling new and exotic foods, and watching sea turtles frolic on the beach. Best of all, Jacob and his family made marvelous memories and said aloha to newfound hope. Despite living with a complicated heart condition, four-year-old Alaia from West Hazleton is a sweet and happy little girl who loves the color red and watching Mickey Mouse Club on the Disney channel. When our wish met this brave little princess, she knew her one-true-wish is to board an airplane and fly high in the sky off to the most magical place on earth, Walt Disney World Resorts. Alaia is excited to fly through the sky aboard a giant airplane headed toward magic and sunshine. With their VIP access to all the Florida theme parks there will be no waiting in lines for rides. Alaia is looking forward to having front row seats for all the shows and parades, as well as one-on-one quality time with all her favorite characters Mickey and Minnie Mouse. She can’t wait to snap pictures side by side the beautiful princesses and dine with them in the parks. Upon returning to her personal villa at the amazing, Give Kids the World Village, each day Alaia will find unique gifts from all her new friends. She will enjoy cooling off in a state-of-the-art swimming pool, snacking on all you can eat ice-cream and nightly tuck-ins from GKTW Mayor Clayton and Miss Merry. It will truly be a week-long celebration Princess Alaia and her family will remember for years to come. We cannot thank Fairway and its customers enough for choosing to support our brave kids. On behalf of Malaysia, Jacob, and Alaia, from the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for making wishes come true!
Earth Day Tree Planting – Kristie L
This year for Earth Day, Fairway Subaru partnered with the local Boy Scout Troop 63 and Troop 772 to plant over 100 trees at the Hazleton Rails to Trails. The trees were planted in the area to prevent future wash out from rainfall and help promote future wildlife habitats.
Forever Thankful – Allison F
During the Month of February, I was contacted by a coworker regarding any families in need. Unfortunately, we did have a family that has fallen on very hard times which were unexpected. Fairway Subaru surprised the family with much needed clothes and grocery store gift cards. The family told me they will be forever thankful for the generous gift.
Fairway Subaru delivers socks to homeless shelter – Amanda D
Fairway Subaru provided needed socks to Catholic Social Services to help provide comfort to those experiencing homelessness in Hazleton.
Lost Dog... Owner's Found! – Marc D
On a chilly morning this December, Fairway employees found a stray dog laying against the building in the morning when they go there. A few of the employees took the time to care for the dog which was injured and exhausted. One of the technicians, Kevin, put the dog in his own Subaru Outback while the employees at Fairway Subaru tried to locate the owner. Andrew, one of the service advisors, took the dog home and even to a veterinarian himself. After many social media posts the owners were found, Friday night of that week they were reunited!
Sasha the senior pug – Shannon C
Through our partnership with Fairway Subaru, we hosted an adoption event in the month of November. We brought three dogs to the Hazle Township location and by the end of the event, Northeast PA Pet Fund and Rescue and Fairway Subaru helped one pet find their perfect, loving home. Thanks to Brianna Fuller from Fairway Subaru, we were able to showcase the event on Facebook and someone saw Sasha the senior pug. They reached out and soon after she was adopted.
Fairway Subaru Delivers Warmth to Local Cancer Patients – Jessica K
On June 3, 2022 Fairway Subaru and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) teamed up to deliver hope and warmth to patients at the Lehigh Valley Cancer Center in Hazleton as part of Subaru’s Loves To Care Campaign. Fairway Subaru delivered blankets and messages of hope for patients. This incredible act of generosity was warmly received by the Cancer Center staff who were thrilled to distribute these comforting gifts to their patients. The blankets and messages of hope were given to patients to share love and warmth when they need it most. Thank you to Fairway Subaru for your dedication to our community, your partnership with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and for supporting LLS’s mission to cure blood cancers and improve the quality of life for patients and their families.
4 Local Wishes Come True! – Maggie O
Make-A-Wish Greater Pennsylvania and West Virginia, is once again honored to be the Fairway Subaru Share the Love Hometown Charity partner. This year we received a record high donation of $20,812.82 in support of four local wishes! We remain so grateful to our generous donors for supporting our efforts to grant the wishes of children living with critical illnesses. Our amazing wish kids are the reason we do the work that we do. We strive to provide these children with a much-needed respite from their illness and offer them hope and strength along the way. Upon meeting eleven-year-old Fallon from Mountain Top our wish team learned some of her favorite things include camping, listening to Billie Eilish, snacking on potato chips, watching Trail Hunters, and playing Minecraft with her friends. Upon meeting with Fallon and her family, they learned of her one-true-wish to visit the one-and-only Walt Disney World® Resort in Orlando. With the wave of a magic wand and sprinkle of pixie dust, our team went to work to make Fallon’s dream a reality. Recently, Fallon and her family took off for sunny Florida and a week of dreams come true. With VIP access to all the Florida theme parks there was no waiting in lines for rides at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, EPCOT and more. Fallon had front row seats for all the shows and parades, as well as special quality time with all her favorite characters. Every day when she returned to her personal villa at the amazing wish exclusive resort, Give Kids the World Village, where she would find unique gifts from all her new friends and nightly tuck-ins from GKTW Mayor Clayton and Miss Merry. According to Fallon, “I’ve never been so happy. This trip was truly magical. I will remember it forever!” Five-year-old Malia from Dupont loves the outdoors, family time and camping. Her wish for a pop-up camper was the perfect wish for her. After enduring many hospitals stays, doctor’s appointments and treatments, the thought of having her very own camper bolstered Malia’s resolve to face her illness with bravery well beyond her years. The day Malia received her camper was instrumental in helping her raise her spirits. The camper represents freedom from her illness, time for she and her family to relax and explore together. Malia’s wish team included lots of extras to make her new camper comfortable including new pillows, water bottles, crayons, and sketch pads for quiet time on long drives. Mom tells us Malia enjoys spending time in her camper in the backyard and dreaming of new adventures. Twelve-year-old Riley from Mountain Top is a happy kid with no shortage of interests. Though he deals with the challenges of a complicated kidney disease, Riley maintains a creative imagination. When given the chance to have his wish granted, Riley requested every little boy’s dream come true, a shopping spree for all his favorite toys! Soon after, on a snowy day in December, Santa came knocking on Riley’s door with a special delivery of packages above and beyond the usual Christmas presents. As Santa piled up the many packages Riley could be heard shouting out “awesome!” and “stoked” while hugging and high fiving Santa and his helpers. Riley gleefully opened each wrapped package including a brand new PS4, Apple Air Pods, countless video games, WWE & Marvel collectibles, LEGOS, books and more! When Riley finally finished opening all his gifts, he felt as if he had been transported into a new world, a world where his imagination can run wild and make new memories from the comfort and safety of his home. When seven-year-old Jocelyn from White Haven learned of her chance to experience a magical wish come true she was full of excitement. Some of this sweet little girl’s interests include, listening to Ariana Grande, playing Unicorn Monopoly, playing outside and pizza. Due to the challenges of her illness, Jocelyn’s options for outdoor play are limited. Upon careful consideration she decided on a backyard playset for her one-true-wish. In now time, the day arrived for the delivery of a playset fit for princess. However, this wasn’t your typical playset. This beautiful blue and white cottage themed playset includes an adaptive swing set for Jocelyn’s special needs, as well as a comfortable slide, roomy sandbox, and unique telescope for gazing at the stars. Jocelyn was all smiles and giggles during her special day as she snacked on Pizza Hut and breezed thru the trees in her very own magical backyard oasis. It is a privilege to bring joy and hope to our wish kids and their families as they continue to display such courageous spirit and determination. On behalf of Fallon, Malia, Riley, Jocelyn and our more than 20,000 wish families, we thank Fairway and Subaru for sharing the love and always believing in the power of a wish!
Random Act of Kindness – Stephanie T
Fairway Subaru loves helping out our community here in the Hazleton area. Today, February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day! Over the past few years we have worked closely with Catholic Social Services. We found out through a social worker that a person in our community was in need. She is a hard working single mother that has a disabled child that needs 24 hour nursing care. She holds a full time job despite all that is needed in taking care of her daughter. With the cold winter season utility bills were becoming a problem for her. Fairway Subaru decided to help out with a check for $1,500 to try to help offset her expenses and give her peace of mind. We surprised her today at Catholic Social Services with the contribution, she was surprised and very grateful.
Fairway Subaru donates supplies – Kristofer B
A BIG thank you to Fairway Subaru who donated supplies and also a monetary contribution during the Subaru Loves Pets program this past October.
Big hearts, little van! – Amanda D
During the Subaru Loves to Help initiative, Fairway Subaru donated blankets and socks to the Catholic Social Services homeless shelter in Hazleton.
Making wishes come true – Maggie O
Make-A-Wish Greater Pennsylvania and West Virginia, is delighted to once again partner with Fairway Subaru and Share the Love Hometown Charity campaign. This years generous donation 13,044.57 will help us grant life-affirming wishes for 3 local children. Including , eleven-year-old Bryannah from Hanover Township lives with the challenges of a epilepsy. Some of her favorite things include spaghetti from the Olive Garden restaurant, listening to her favorite singer, Blake Shelton, and watching the TV show, The Voice. When Bryannah and her family met with their wish team, Bryannah was so excited to wish for her very own entertainment room to provide hours of endless escape and cinematic adventure. This personal entertainment oasis includes a high-tech home theater system, complete with a giant screen, custom theater seating a popcorn machine, snack bar, blackout curtains, bean bag chairs and more! Thanks to donors like you, Bryannah and her family are enjoying nonstop movie marathons, sing-a-longs, buttery popcorn, and cotton candy. But most of all she and her family have experienced the magic and wonder of a dream come true. When twelve-year-old Jessica from Mountain Top met with her wish granting volunteers, she shared her dream of swimming in crystal blue waters, sitting under the stars and exploring the luscious landscapes. After some careful consideration and a sprinkle of pixie dust, Jessica knew a week of adventure in the tropical paradise of Hawaii was just what her heart desired. When the time comes, Jessica and her family will be travelling to the sun-kissed island of Oahu, where they will be greeted with traditional leis and escorted to their luxury accommodations. During her stay, Jessica will enjoy attending a luau with fire dancers and sampling new and exotic foods. Exploring real life volcano and watching sea turtles frolicking on the beach. She is especially looking forward to scuba diving in a glass bottom boat and viewing a sky of sparkling stars from the world-famous observatory. But most of all she is looking forward to a week of making marvelous memories with her family and saying aloha to newfound hope. Wish details are still coming together for 15-year-old George from Hazleton. This brave young boy is currently healing from a kidney transplant and prioritizing his health and wellness. His mom tells us he is staying active playing video games, watching his favorite movies, and listening to hip hop music. Just as soon as he is able, George is looking forward to celebrating a successful surgery with Mexican food and ice cream. George is also looking forward to exploring ideas for his once-in-a-lifetime wish and experiencing the magic donors like you make possible. We want to thank the team at Fairway and their loyal customers for choosing to support our brave kids. On behalf of Bryannah, Jessica and George, from the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for making wishes come true!
Our Rocontact the Hazletoco – Hazleton Animal Shelter Assoc H
Our Rocco was brought into the Hazleton Animal Shelter on June 4, 2020. An animal lover picked him up in Larksville where he was running the streets. He was very thin and his legs were scraped from running. We are not sure how long he was running for. Rocco is a very loving and docile animal. He loves to play catch and most afternoons you can find him trying to sit or lay in his cat bed in the sun. It is quite a site because Rocco is not a small animal. He has since gained weight which we at the shelter like to call muscle and his legs have healed. Rocco still resides at the Hazleton Animal Shelter with his other Furry Friends looking for their forever homes. If you are looking for a friendly dog then Rocco is your boy. Please contact the Hazleton Animal Shelter if you would like more information on Rocco or one of our other Furry Friends!
Hazleton Area Track & Field records board – Chris K
Fairway Subaru generously donated the funding required to make a large board to display all-time records for Hazleton Area High School's Track & Field team. It displays every event's all-time school record outside Hazleton's Track & Field facility.
Fairway Subaru Blanket Donation – Amanda D
Fairway Subaru partnered with Catholic Social Services Divine Providence Homeless Shelter to provide blankets for those in need.
Fairway Subaru Shares the Love with Make-A-Wish – Maggie O
Once again, Fairway Subaru chose the local Make-A-Wish chapter as its 2019 Hometown charity partner and continued their commitment in helping us grant wishes for children with critical illnesses. Thanks to their generous gift of $15,743 they made life-affirming wishes possible for the following 3 local children! Sophie from Hanover Township is a sweet three-year-old who loves bright colors, dogs and playing outside with her sister, Maddy. When our wish team met with Sophie and her family to discuss her magical wish, they all agreed a bedroom makeover fit for a princess was just what the doctor ordered. When considering her décor options, they needed to look no further than Sophie’s favorite Sesame Street character, Abby Cadabby. Although Sophie’s medical condition limits her ability to communicate, it’s easy to see her light up with smiles and giggles when watching her favorite show. Imagine her joy when she walked into her pink, purple, and blue Abby Cadabby themed bedroom! Her once gray walls are now pink on two walls and purple with a wide, blue zig-zag line through it on the other two walls. New, thickly padded, soft carpeting and a blue play mat to protect her if she falls. She has a beautiful dresser and mirror, nightstand, daybed with an upholstered cushion insert and under bed storage and crib. Best of all is all the Abby Cadabby details including her bedding, curtains, shelves, lamps, pictures, alarm clock, pillows and more! When Sophie first entered the room, she exclaimed one of her few words, “Abby!” and immediately started opening drawers and exploring the room. Thanks to your support Sophie now has furniture to grow with, a room she can safely play in, and a place of comfort for any challenging days ahead. Fifteen-year-old Destiny from Edwardsville is a typical teenage girl. Her favorite color is yellow, she loves playing video games, drawing, snacking on Jolly Ranchers and listening to her favorite band, K Pop sensations, BTS. Due to the effects of her cancer treatments, Destiny spends her free time relaxing at home. After considering all the possibilities for her one-true-wish, Destiny decided what she wanted most of all was a new computer center for maximum home entertainment for years to come. Together with her wish team, Destiny selected the very best HP computer, printer, desk, ergonomic chair and accessories to create her perfect dream space. Seated in her luxury chair, with her stylish red headphones and funky yellow storage accessories, Destiny has the perfect space to make art, play games and stream her favorite music and concerts. She celebrated this special occasion along with her mom and wish team with an ice cream cake that announced, “Wishes do come true!” As a bonus gift, her volunteers did not forget her love of BTS and surprised her with a goodie bag full of BTS swag! Destiny whole-heartedly loves how her wish turned out and feels positive about her future. Although five-year-old Jayden from Hazleton lives with the physical challenges of a genetic disorder, he is a happy boy who loves being read to, swimming and singing country songs. He is a smart little guy, loved by his teacher and fellow students. Because Jayden loves water and swimming, he knew that would be a big part of his wish. After careful thinking and research, it became clear that Jayden’s one true wish is to visit Morgan’s Wonderland. As soon as possible, and his family will be off to sunny San Antonio Texas and our country’s first “ultra-accessible” theme park. Jayden will experience an environment free of physical barriers and will make memories that will last a lifetime. On behalf of Sophie, Destiny and Jayden, we thank you all for believing in the magical power of a wish!
Weatherly Hillclimb – Ray K
Fairway Subaru has been the main sponsor of the Weatherly Hillclimb since 2004. This event is important to our town's various civic organizations. The Little League, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and other organizations raise money at this twice a year event. Drivers and spectators come from all over the east coast to participate in this event. It has had a very positive impact on our community. With Fairway Subaru's help we are able to keep this event growing every year.
Fairway Makes Commitment to Student Literacy – Jeremy S
The students at Weatherly Elementary received a "treat" this Halloween season as Fairway Subaru donated five boxes of books to the elementary school located in Carbon County. The donated books, primarily focusing on the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math have made a wonderful addition to classroom libraries! The students and their families are very thankful for additional resources to help students connect with classroom material! Thanks Fairway Subaru!
Make a Dog’s Day – Andy A
Subaru is proud to establish the first-ever National Make A Dog’s Day October 22nd. As part of Subaru Loves Pets month, we’re inviting all dog lovers to do something extra special for their furry best friends. Plus, Subaru will be focusing our efforts on helping the hardest-to-adopt shelter Dogs –those with special needs-find homes. Get ready to fall in love withThe Underdogs. #MakeADogsDay Meet Gabi! Gabi has been at the Humane Society of NWGA (Northwest Georgia) for seven years. If you asked the volunteers to pick their favorite animal at the shelter, Gabi would win hands down. She does not do well with dogs or cats so must be the only animal in an adult only family. She loves people and will bond very quickly to you. Gabi would make someone a great companion. She is waiting patiently for her forever home. If you have room in your heart and your home for this sweet girl then please fill out an adoption application, highlight and right click this link: https://hsnwga.org/adoption/application-for-adoption/?fbclid=IwAR2Ie18p6U3ryKi-niIuIZFTd-waD98xrySl7IJmiRBXE239WP7dpODubiU #MakeADogsDay #SubaruLovesPets #TheUnderdogs
Fairway Subaru & LLS bring love to LVH! – Kyrsten K
On Wednesday, June 26 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Eastern PA Chapter and Fairway Subaru had the pleasure of delivering 80 blankets and several arts & craft kits to the Lehigh Valley Health Network Cancer Center –Hazleton as part of the Subaru Loves To Care program. These comforting gifts were accompanied by personalized messages of hope written by the customers and staff of Fairway Subaru. This incredible act of generosity was warmly received by the Lehigh Valley Health Network Cancer Center staff who were thrilled to distribute these comforting gifts to their patients. Many thanks to everyone at Fairway Subaru and the Lehigh Valley Health Network Cancer Center not only for a memorable day, but for supporting LLS’s mission to cure blood cancers and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
Fairway Subaru Grants 3 Magical Wishes! – Maggie O
This year, as the 2019 Share the Love Hometown Charity partner, Make-A-Wish Greater PA & WV received an all time high gift of $12,817.00 in support of 3 life affirming wishes for children from NEPA. We are so grateful to Fairway Subaru for this incredible continued support of our wish granting program. Our amazing wish kids are the reason we do the work that we do. We strive to provide these children a much-needed respite from their illness and offer them hope and strength along the way. Ten-year-old Joseph, from Hazleton is one of these brave kids. Joey is happy boy who loves animals, listening to music and blowing bubbles. Although Joey is non-verbal, he communicates with his family and friends by nodding his head, lifting his legs and flashing his wonderful smile. When considering his one-true-wish, his family shared Joey smiles whenever bicycles are mentioned. He once test drove a specially-designed bike at school and took to it like a natural. This feeling of accomplishment and determination was enough for Joey to wish for his very own adaptive bike. Joey loves the feeling of being active and this new bike was the perfect way for him do just that. His bike has given him a newfound sense of freedom and happiness. Having the ability to get exercise and simultaneously putting a smile on his face is more than enough to see that Joey’s wish was a dream come true. The “force” is strong in twelve-year-old Michael from Drums. Mike doesn’t let the challenges of a genetic disorder stop him from developing his strong Jedi powers. In addition to his love of all things Star Wars, Mike likes playing basketball with his friends, eating pizza and reading books like Harry Potter. When our volunteers first met Mike, he had already planned his perfect wish, a trip Walt Disney World® for a magical Star Wars adventure! Upon arrival, Mike and his family arrived at Give Kids the World Village, a spacious resort designed just for sick kids and their families. Mike was excited to get his first day started, making his way all the theme parks where he was free to go wherever he desired. Thanks to his Make-A-Wish t-shirt and button, he enjoyed extra privileges, such as access to different lines for rides and the chance to spend time with his favorite characters like Darth Vader and Chewbacca. While at Universal Studios Harry Potter World Mike couldn’t contain his excitement. His love for all his favorite magical characters is why this trip was so important to him. Mike’s mom couldn’t help but notice the strength and bravery in all of Mike’s favorite characters, and how he had all those same qualities in him too. Though she may be little, two-and-a-half-year-old Temprince, from Nescopeck has a big heart and personality. Despite her recent cancer diagnosis, her family maintains a joyful spirit and looks forward to the day they can celebrate a conclusion of her treatments. Our wish volunteers are currently waving their magic wand sand spreading some pixie dust to help this little princess choose her one true wish. But what we know for certain is this once-in-a-lifetime experience will bring this little girl and her family the heartfelt joy that they deserve. We look forward to sharing magical details of her wish soon. Until then, we want to thank you once again for choosing to support our brave kids. On behalf of Joey, Michael and Temprince, thank you for making wishes come true!
LLS & Fairway Subaru team up to Love to Care! – Jenn P
Fairway Subaru & the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Eastern PA chapter were thrilled to deliver blankets to the patients of Lehigh Valley Health Network Hazelton. 80 blankets and 25 kids craft kits were delivered to the outgoing and cheerful team of the Oncology unit. With media in attendance and smiles all around, the team gave their thanks and expressed that these blankets create a lot of joy –both for the patients and their families. Thank you so much, on behalf of all the patients and families we serve.
Fairway Subaru Makes Local Wishes Come True! – Maggie O
The regional office of Make-A-Wish Greater PA & WV is honored to be chosen as the Fairway Subaru Hometown Charity partner. In 2018, we received an incredible donation of $9,627.90 in support of local wishes. The children we serve, children whose childhoods have been interrupted by critical illnesses, spark such determination in us as we work to provide them with a wish experience that brings them lifelong happy memories. One such child is, twelve-year-old Jordan, from Hazle Township. At any time you might find this wish kid munching on pizza, playing with toy cars and watching movies with his brother, Jayden. What brings the biggest smile to his face is the time he spends watching characters like Mickey Mouse and SpongeBob SquarePants. Singing and dancing along never fails to put him in a jubilant mood. Jordan’s family told volunteers he imagines visiting the homes of Mickey and SpongeBob and perhaps even meeting the two. With that in mind, a trip to the Florida theme parkes was the perfect fit. Soon after, Jordan and his family embarked on their journey to Florida. Strapped into his seat on the airplane, Nicholas took in the scenes of the wild blue sky through his window. Upon arrival, Jordan and his family stayed at Give Kids the World, a special place for children like himself. The Village is filled with imaginative structures – giant mushrooms, oversized bananas, zoo animals and trains. There is an ice cream palace and gingerbread restaurant serving up many of his favorite treats. He had not even entered the Disney theme parks and already it felt like paradise.Jordan had two very special events during his trip. First, his visit to Chef Mickey’s restaurant, located in Disney’s Contemporary Resort, had all the breakfast treats a kid could want, including waffles in the shape of the house of the mouse himself. This was no ordinary meal, however. As he sat down at his table, Jordan noticed Mickey entering through a side door. He could barely contain his excitement as his favorite character walked over to give him a hug and take photos. Every day of the trip was something new and exciting. Jordan and his family will always remember what a wonderful time they had together on their wish trip. We thank the team at Fairway Subura and their wonderful customers for making what we do possible!
Fairway Subaru donates books to local school. – Allyson T
In an effort to make a positive impact on education in our local community, Fairway Subaru supported the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) by donating award-winning science books to Heights-Terrace Elementary Middle School as part of a larger Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) initiative this month called Subaru Loves Learning.
LVHN Hazelton & Fairway Subaru Loves To Care – Monique R
On July 6th The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society(LLS) of Eastern PA and Fairway Subaru of Hazelton delivered 80 Loves To Care Blankets and 12 Arts & Crafts Kits to Lehigh Valley Health Network Cancer Center in Hazelton, PA. The personnel were very exceited to receive the blankets and said the patients will be very appreciative and excited to receive them. Together Subaru and LLS with the delivery of these blankets hope to bring love and warmth to a patient who is battling cancer. Fairway Subaru and LLS by partnering together to deliver the blankets have brought some brightness into the day of a cancer patient.
Subaru and NWF Loves the Earth – Marian P
Thank you Fairway Subaru for donating the garden elements to our school! the students love getting their hands dirty and planting our garden.
VALOR Backpack drive. – Jeffrey S
I had attended a stand down event in East Stroudsburg, Pa. A stand down is the term used for when VALOR goes to a community on the same day every month and sets up clothing, blankets, coats, sleeping bags, food and toiletries for the homeless in the area. At the Nov 13 stand down we had 48 homeless adults go through the donations and pick out items that they needed. But for the first time in 2 years, the stand down had 27 children pass through the event. I was talking with Amy Bamford, and we both were taken back by the amount of children that came. Amy was not prepared to give clothing and supplies to that amount of children. While talking with her, Amy said that she wished there was something that could be done just for the children. We decided to do a backpack drive. The 104 donated backpacks have a toy and a candy bar inside. The backpack also serves as a place for these children to keep their things in. I have passed out these backpacks to children, their faces are faces of sadness. When they get their backpack their eyes light up, smiles replace frowns and they are happy at that moment. The parents are very thankful to us for this effort and they make that known to me every single time.
Fairway Subaru Loves Learning – Freeland E
Fairway Subaru is proud to partner with Freeland Elementary School by donating 125 books to the school. As a part of this initiative, Fairway Subaru is taking part in the Subaru loves Learning book donation event. A program designed to donate 4 outstanding, prize-winning books to schools with the goal of engaging young learners in the world of science and inspire them to want to learn more. These books are designed to supplement existing curriculum by supporting K-12 science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, while also helping to build reading and literacy skills.
Subaru Loves Learning Book Drive - August 1-31 – Molly M
Join us in our Subaru Loves Learning initiative during the month of August! We are partnering with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in donating science books to Valley Elementary in the Hazleton Area School District. All of the books that will be donated have been recognized by AAAS as some of the best science books in their field. Contact us to learn more information.
Subaru Loves the Earth - E-Waste Event – Danielle S
We would like to thank our customers for participating in our E Waste Recycling event during the month of April. With your help, we were able to prevent 13,584 lbs of carbon emissions from polluting the atmosphere. This is equivalent to saving 521 trees, 2,310 gallons of gasoline, 19,692 plastic bottles, and 90,580 aluminum cans. Thank you for helping strengthen the Subaru Love Promise!
April 1-30, 2015 E-Waste Recycling Event – Molly M
Throughout the month of April, we are hosting an E-Waste Recycling Event in our store to collect unwanted electronics. We've arranged to work with a company who will responsibly collect, re-purpose, and recycle your electronic waste. Help us protect our environment. Just show up with your E-Waste and we'll do the rest! The first 50 customers who contribute will receive a complimentary environmental badge of ownership. We will accept: LCD Monitors, Cell Phones, Laptops, Tablets, CRTs up to 40", Video Games/Consoles, Fax Machines, DVD/VCR Players, Printers, Computer Peripherals, Switches/Routers, Cords and Wires.
Make A Wish Greater Pennsylvania & West Virginia – Dan C
Fairway Subaru in Hazleton is looking to make a wish come true for another child in 2015. Last year it donated more than $5,000 to the Make a Wish Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The funds went to send a terminally ill child and her family to the Give Kids the World Village, an Orlando, FL resort that caters to the wish children and their families. During their stay they had unlimited amounts of ice cream and got to play on a life-sized game of Candyland. Eight year old Lucy and her family also received VIP passes and treatment to all of the Disney parks, Sea World and Universal Studios. Those at Fairway Subaru feel privileged to help give Lucy and her family the opportunity to have her fondest dreams come true. With this year's Share the Love donation, Fairway hopes to once more make a dream come true for another child in the Hazleton area.
