What is the Subaru Love Promise?
The Subaru Love Promise® is our vision to show love and respect to all people at every interaction with Subaru. Subaru and our retailers believe every day gives us an opportunity to positively impact the world around us – by how we support each other, our customers, and our community. Together, we are committed to making the world a better place. \n\n The Love Promise is what makes Subaru More Than a Car Company® and a Subaru retailer More Than a Car Dealer®. It sets a standard that we are committed to living every day. \n\n What is the Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment? \n\n At Subaru, we believe in being a positive force in our community, not just with donations, but with actions that set an example for others to follow. We aim to make the world a better place through several key initiatives that help support and protect people, pets, and our planet:
How is Subaru of Gainesville dedicated locally to the Love Promise?
Subaru of Gainesville strives to make a difference within our community.
Puppy Hill Farms
Stephen A Forester Elementary
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre, Peaceful Paths , DOGS, INC.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Love Promise Stories from Subaru of Gainesville
Subaru and Subaru of Gainesville 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
Fill the Forester Food Drive Helps Feed Nearly 950 Individuals in Our Community - Jessica R
Subaru of Gainesville is proud to partner with Bread of the Mighty Food Bank for our Fill the Forester food drive. Thanks to the generosity of our staff, customers, and community, we collected enough food to help provide meals for approximately 950 individuals and families in need. This effort is part of our commitment to supporting our community and helping ensure that no one has to face food insecurity alone. Bread of the Mighty Food Bank plays an essential role in feeding neighbors across North Central Florida, and we are honored to support their mission. Thank you to everyone who donated and helped make this initiative a success. Together, we made a meaningful impact and brought hope to our community.
Subaru of Gainesville Sponsored Fall Horticultural Expo Photo Booth Display - Paula W
Thank you, Subaru of Gainesville for sponsoring a display at the 2025 Fall Horticultural Expo on October 18. Our theme was Where the Wild Things Grow. Your Subaru showed our 1900 attendees how to go Where the Wild Things Grow! The Subaru Outback Wilderness model, complete with a Thule rooftop tent and a campsite setup, was part of our Adventure Photo Booth. Thanks for being part of our fun, free community event!
Subaru of Gainesville Supports local elementry school, Stephen Foster - Jessica R
"Dear Subaru of Gainesville,Thank you!! Your Love Promise donation of school supplies has made an incredible impact on our teachers and students as we began the school year. Thanks to this generous support, teachers have not had to reach into their own pockets to provide students with innovative activities and engaging learning experiences. The donation has been especially meaningful for our career changers and first-year teachers, who often face the challenge of setting up classrooms from scratch. Having access to essential supplies has allowed them to focus on building strong relationships with students, creating dynamic lessons, and establishing the foundation for what we hope will be long and rewarding careers in education. This gift has helped all of our teachers start the year with confidence, excitement, and the tools they need to inspire learning. We are deeply grateful for Subaru of Gainesville's commitment to supporting education and investing in the success of our classrooms."
Subaru of Gainesville Proudly Sponsors “Tailgate for Kids” - Jessica R
Subaru of Gainesville was proud to sponsor this year’s Tailgate for Kids, benefiting PEAK Literacy. This high-energy event brought the community together to enjoy Gator football, great food, games, and a silent auction, all in support of empowering young readers across Alachua County. Our donation helps PEAK Literacy provide critical programs that ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed through reading. We are honored to be part of this mission and to continue supporting organizations that make a lasting difference in the lives of local children.
A Gift of Life: Subaru of Gainesville Technician James “Fish” Trout Steps Up for His Father - Jessica R
When 36-year-old James “Fish” Trout, a technician at Subaru of Gainesville, learned that his father, 70-year-old Dennis Simons, needed a kidney transplant, his first thought was simple: “What can I do to help, and when can we start the process?” For Fish, the decision to get tested wasn’t difficult. “To take care of family,” he said matter-of-factly. At first, only a small circle of relatives knew about his decision. “Right now, there are only four people in the family that know because we don’t want to get their hopes up if it’s not successful,” he explained. Waiting for the results has been its own kind of challenge. “I was more anxious about what the doctor might find in me,” Fish admitted with a laugh. “I hadn’t been to the doctor in 20 years.” The testing process has been filled with ups and downs. “It’s a lot of hurry up and wait until the process starts, and now it’s almost overwhelming how fast things are moving,” he said. Even so, when asked if he’s had any doubts, his answer was firm: “No.” Fish says this experience has only reinforced what he already believes. “Family comes first, it’s what I’ve always believed,” he said. As he and his family wait for final results, Fish shares advice for others facing similar decisions: “Listen to yourself and do what you think is the right thing. If you’re scared, find someone you can talk to.” James “Fish” Trout’s journey is still unfolding, but one thing is certain. His willingness to step forward for his dad is a powerful reminder of love, sacrifice, and the extraordinary strength of family. His Subaru of Gainesville family is proud to stand behind him as he navigates this incredible act of courage.
Subaru of Gainesville 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 Gainesville, this is a harsh reality. Helping others strengthens communities, which is why Subaru of Gainesville 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 Subaru of Gainesville have helped nearly 900,000 children and adults in urgent need. On 01/15/2025, Subaru of Gainesville donated 300 shoes/socks to Peaceful Paths. 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.
Subaru Shares the Love with Peaceful Paths! - Stephanie F
The local Subaru of Gainesville Team came out to our Amazing Give Kick Off event and did something AMAZING for Survivors by donating a check for almost $10,000 to be used to provide critical services to families impacted by domestic abuse in our local community. The funds will be used to help survivors break many of the barriers they face when leaving an abusive relationship such as transportation, childcare, and housing challenges. As an Empower Hour Sponsor during our Amazing Give, Subaru helped to motivate other donors by matching donations during a two hour time block! We appreciate the continued support of the Subaru team for the work we do and look forward to collaborating with them in the future. It is clear that their team is genuinely committed to supporting our mission to save lives and create change! Thank you for being AMAZING partners!
Acrosstown Theatre Thrives - Andrea Y
In 2022, our little community theatre was without a home after our 35 year long lease was not renewed. We were homeless for a while, unable to bring in steady income, and searching for a new place to be a theatre. The Acrosstown Repertory Theatre (ART) has existed in Gainesville, Florida since 1980, and a small group of passionate theatre-goers had the will to keep it alive, but we were worried about having the funds. We found a location, and with the help of Subaru of Gainesville, some state and local grants, and a lot of love for the arts, the ART is now approaching the end of its second season in a brand new location. We have added new shows, producing 9 or more different plays and musicals throughout the season, revived our ART Youth performances, begun new classes for the public for free, and expanded to another location with the acquisition of an additional rehearsal space. The Acrosstown is so grateful for everything that Subaru has contributed, and the employees here truly feel like they are part of the ART family. Our long term goal is to have our own larger facility, and we are certainly well on our way.
Subaru of Gainesville partners w/Peaceful Paths! - Stephanie F
We'd like to thank our awesome community partners from Subaru of Gainesville for their generosity in donating 150 brand new sneakers (and socks) for the children we serve at Peaceful Paths! There were so many colors to choose from and the kids were excited (and empowered) to have the opportunity to pick the color and have brand new shoes to wear to school. Our local Subaru team also took our "Mission in Action" tour of our agency so they could see the impact of their support! Thank you Subaru for helping these kids start 2025 on the RIGHT foot! (Pun intended)
Heart Felt Thank you! - Chris B
Chris and Team, Thank you! On behalf of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's North Florida Region, I am writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and partnership. Your generous contributions have made a significant impact on the lives of thousands of cancer patients. Your commitment to this cause exemplifies the spirit of community and generosity that we strive to foster. It is through partnerships like ours that we can continue to bring light and hope to those who need it most. The difference you have made in the lives of these patients is immeasurable, and we are deeply grateful for your support. Thank you once again for your dedication and for being an integral part of our mission. We look forward to continuing this meaningful collaboration and making a lasting difference together. Melanie Johnson Executive Director, North Florida Region The Leukemia & Lymphoma Scoiety
