SUBARU LOVE TO CARE - Marci S
On behalf of everyone at Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO), I would like to express our deepest gratitude for your continued support and partnership through the Subaru Loves to Help initiative. Your generosity and dedication to our community have made a profound impact, and we are incredibly fortunate to count Subaru of San Luis Obispo as a steadfast ally in our mission. This year, your team came through once again to provide much-needed shoes and socks to members of our local community. These essential items not only bring comfort and dignity to those who receive them but also serve as a reminder that they are cared for and supported. In 2025, as many individuals and families continue to face challenges, your thoughtful contributions have provided hope and relief where it is needed most. The Subaru Loves to Help initiative exemplifies the values of compassion and community, and Subaru of San Luis Obispo consistently goes above and beyond to embody these principles. Your commitment to making a difference is inspiring, and your efforts have touched the lives of so many in our community. Thank you for being a remarkable partner and for your unwavering dedication to helping those in need. Together, we are building a stronger, more compassionate community, and we look forward to continuing this important work alongside you. With heartfelt appreciation, Marci Sperlo Director of Communications Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO)
California Mid-State Fair - Paras S
This year, Subaru of San Luis Obispo made a day at the California Mid-State Fair truly unforgettable. As the sun rose over the fairgrounds, excitement buzzed through the air, and families lined up for a special treat: a day of free rides, generously sponsored by Subaru of San Luis Obispo. The heartwarming gesture brought smiles to countless faces, from childrens wide-eyed wonder on the Ferris wheel to the laughter of friends enjoying the carousel. Thanks to Subaru's support, the fair became a magical playground where joy was seen throughout. With each joyful scream and happy cheer, it was clear that Subaru of San Luis Obispo had not only sponsored a day of fun but had also made a lasting impact on the community. For that, everyone at the fair extends a heartfelt thank you, celebrating Subarus commitment to bringing happiness and togetherness to San Luis Obispo.
Los Osos Middle School Adapt a Classroom - Carrie T
At Los Osos Middle School, weve always believed in the power of a great learning environment. Thanks to Subaru of San Luis Obispo, our classrooms have been transformed in a way that truly reflects this belief. In their dedication to fostering equal opportunities for quality education, Subaru of San Luis Obispo generously upgraded our classrooms. The vibrant and engaging new spaces now inspire our students and enhance their learning experiences. From everyone at Los Osos Middle School, we extend our deepest gratitude to Subaru for making such a meaningful difference. Your support helps ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed and thrive. Thank you for being an integral part of our educational journey!
LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY - PHEA B
Subaru of San Luis Obispo, in collaboration with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and PCR Oncology, has continued a heartfelt initiative aimed at providing comfort to patients battling cancer. Through the partnership, Subaru of San Luis Obispo has generously donated blankets to cancer patients over the last few years. Subaru of San Luis Obispo recognizes the significant role that small acts of kindness can play in the lives of those undergoing treatment. By distributing blankets to patients, the organizations hope to offer not only physical warmth but also emotional support during a challenging time. Subaru of San Luis Obispo, known for its community involvement, and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, with its deep commitment to advancing cancer care, have joined forces with PCR Oncology, a leader in innovative cancer treatment. Together, they are making a tangible difference in the lives of patients, showcasing how collaborative efforts can amplify positive impact and foster a sense of care and solidarity within the community.
PIZZA WITH 1ST TEE - MIA C
Subaru of San Luis Obispo and 1st Tee Central Coast recently co-hosted a delightful pizza lunch event. It was a fantastic opportunity for members of our community to come together, enjoy delicious food, and foster meaningful connections. We're grateful to both Subaru of San Luis Obispo and 1st Tee Central Coast for their partnership in organizing such a wonderful gathering. Looking forward to more collaborative events in the future!
CAPSLO - MARCI S
CAPSLO and Subaru of San Luis Obispo have joined hands in a remarkable partnership aimed at fostering community unity and generosity. Through this collaboration, they are bringing children from the local community together for a heartwarming cause: donating shoes and socks to those in need. This initiative not only provides essential items to those less fortunate but also cultivates a sense of empathy and social responsibility among the younger generation. By rallying the youth around this noble endeavor, CAPSLO and Subaru of San Luis Obispo are not just addressing material needs but also sowing seeds of compassion and solidarity within the community. Together, they are making a tangible difference in the lives of others while nurturing a spirit of giving that will undoubtedly continue to flourish for years to come.
FIRST TEE GOLF TOURNAMENT - MIA C
Partnering with Subaru of San Luis Obispo for our charity golf tournament was an absolute game-changer for us at First Tee Central Coast. Their dedication to helping kids build brighter futures through golf is truly inspiring. The support we received from Subaru not only helped us raise vital funds for our programs but also brought our community together in a meaningful way. We're incredibly grateful for their commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of children in our area. Thank you, Subaru of San Luis Obispo, for being an invaluable partner in our mission!
California Mid-State Fair - Paras S
Subaru of San Luis Obispo proudly sponsored a remarkable event - a day filled with free carnival rides! We were thrilled to support our local community by offering a fantastic experience for families and individuals alike. From exhilarating roller coasters to enchanting merry-go-rounds, the carnival featured an array of exciting rides that brought joy and laughter to all. Subaru of San Luis Obispo firmly believes in giving back to the community, and this event was a delightful way for us to share smiles and create lasting memories for everyone. We are grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such a joyous occasion!
TEMPLETON CSD - PARAS S
Templeton Recreation is so thankful to be recognized by Subaru of San Luis Obispo. The generosity shown will help us tremendously in our efforts to provide safe, rewarding athletic experiences for the youth in our community. Our programs are growing quickly in Templeton with over 850 kids in Soccer, 400 in Basketball, 250 in Softball and T-Ball, and 350 in Flag Football, we facilitate over 250 youth sports teams annually, managed by 3 staff members. We believe that all children should have access to the programs in which they want to participate regardless of their ability to pay for it, and Subaru of San Luis Obispo is playing an integral role in our ability to provide scholarships, ensuring the funds received are going directly to those who need it most, the kids. Furthering our mission of providing high quality, enriching, and fun experiences for every player. A small amount of funds received will also go toward some much-needed field improvements, because a safe experience should be the foundation for all youth athletic programs. On behalf of every young athlete in Templeton, and the adults who help to provide for them, thank you Subaru of San Luis Obispo!
Making Rosie's Day - Emily L
During the month of October 2023, Subaru of San Luis Obispo pledged to donate $100 for each dog or cat adopted from Woods Humane Society, up to $3,100, in honor of Subaru Loves Pets month. This adoption event was highly publicized in our e-newsletter, on social media, and in media visits with local radio and television news stations. Subaru of San Luis Obispo brought a Subaru vehicle and signs and adopter swag to our adoption center for this event. Thanks to this exciting adoption event, 233 animals found forever homes during the month of October. Among them was Rosie, a very special Underdog who was featured as our Pet of the Week, using the Subaru Make a Dogs Day background graphics, for the week leading up to Make a Dogs Day. She was adopted two days later! At just three years old, Rosie looked like a typical lively, lovely border-collie-mix. However, she was surrendered to us after she began having grand mal seizures in her previous home, which our medical team determined were caused by idiopathic epilepsy. After performing multiple tests, we determined that she had a condition called protein-losing enteropathy, which causes protein loss and weight loss, and started her on a prescription diet and steroid medication. This treatment, combined with her continued anticonvulsant medication, proved to successfully control her seizures and improve her digestive symptoms. Once Rosies symptoms were under control, we simply needed to find the right family who could agree to continue her daily medications and diet so that she could thrive in a home. On October 24th, just two days after Make a Dogs Day, Rosies day was made by a young man who could see past her prescriptions and conditions to the loving, energetic, and adorable dog she truly is. We are so grateful to Subaru Loves Pets and Subaru of San Luis Obispo for helping us make Rosies day, aiding us in performing 233 adoptions in October, and supporting the shelter care and adoptions of even more animals through their generous donation to our adoption program. So many lives will be touched as a result of Subaru Loves Pets month, and we thank you for choosing to partner with Woods Humane Society for this far-reaching and powerful event.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Subaru of San Luis Obispo - FREYA W
Subaru of San Luis Obispo has shown its commitment to our local community through the years. Blankets, Socks, and written well wishes were delivered to us here at PCR Oncology to bring warmth and comfort to our cancer patients. The blankets donated are used daily by our patients while receiving their treatments. Thank you to the team at Subaru of San Luis Obispo for going above and beyond.
Subaru makes waves of change for Operation Surf! - Payton W
Operation Surf's mission is to channel the healing powers of the ocean to restore hope, renew purpose, and revitalize community. Operation Surfs curriculum-based programs aim to inspire injured military and veterans to seek wellness in all aspects of their lives while providing the necessary resources, tools, and peer-to-peer support to continue this mindset indefinitely. By staying true to our core values of care, inclusion, commitment, integrity, and communication; we change participants lives one wave at a time. Past Participant Testimony: "For six days I didn't feel dead inside, I didn't force myself to stay busy, I didn't feel the war inside my head, and I didn't feel alone. In the dark, I am learning to love and laugh again. I am finding the strength for one more step and allowing it to lead me to the next. Having the opportunity to touch something real (the ocean) has helped my wounds begin to heal and reminded me that I am still alive and want to be. I SLEPT!" Operation Surf Alumni Operation Surf is so grateful for the generosity and support of Subaru of San Luis Obispo for including us in the Subaru Share the Love® Promise. This donation allows our Operation Surf programs to provide the best care for our military participants. From our Ohana to yours, MAHALO, Subaru of San Luis Obispo!
Subaru Sharing Their Love with Jack's Helping Hand - Noelle L
Jacks Helping Hand was founded by Paul and Bridget Ready in memory of their son Jack. Jack was diagnosed with a brain tumor at a very young age. He learned to communicate, eat, and play games like other children, but he needed special equipment and assistance to do those things. He also traveled to specialty children's hospitals for multiple appointments. During the course of Jacks journey, the Readys recognized that families with children with cancer and other special needs faced unexpected financial burdens. Jacks three-year struggle with cancer ended in 2004, and his legacy continues in the hearts of those he touched. Our mission is to provide financial assistance and community programs that meet the unique challenges of children with cancer or special needs under the age of 21. Jacks Helping Hand hit record highs in 2022 with the number of new children we have met through referrals to our office, the requests for assistance we have fulfilled for our children and their families, and the generous financial support of our donors who continue to walk hand-in-hand with us as we carry out that mission. We are beyond grateful for the generosity of Subaru of San Luis Obispo for including us in the Subaru Share the Love® Event. Their remarkable donation allows our Assistance Program to provide much-needed transportation, food, and lodging support for our children traveling to specialty childrens hospitals. From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU, Subaru of San Luis Obispo staff and clients, for your generous support of Jack's Helping Hand.
Subaru of San Luis Obispo & Rancho Grande Motors Help 'Make a Dog's Day' at Woods Humane Society - Emily L
Through our partnership with Subaru of San Luis Obispo & Rancho Grande Motors, Woods Humane Society hosted the Make a Dogs Day adoption event from Saturday, October 22 Monday, October 31, 2022 at the Woods adoption facility location in San Luis Obispo, CA. The adoption event, which was held during Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and in the week leading up to our widely anticipated public dog celebration, Wiggle Waggle Fall Festival, offered fee-waived dog adoptions as a way to bring in foot traffic and potential adopters to our shelter. During the Make a Dogs Day adoption event, we placed 87 animals for permanent adoption placement in wonderful homes in our community. The generous grant from the ASPCA and Subaru covered the adoption fees of 26 dogs ($150 per dog, on average), which go toward the direct costs (estimated to be $800 per animal) associated with preparing dogs for adoption. Subaru of San Luis Obispo & Rancho Grande Motors, our local Subaru dealership, displayed a new car at the shelter for the event kickoff, provided items for our adoption packets, and gave each adopter a stuffed Subaru dog toy. We are very pleased with the outcome of this event and that we were able to find loving homes for so many homeless pets in a short amount of time. In total in the month of October, 71 cats, 80 dogs, 108 kittens, and 24 puppies were adopted for a grand total of 283 animals. During the Make a Dogs Day Adoption Event, senior dog Buddy, a 9-year-old Jack Russell terrier mix, found his new home. Another highlight was King, a 4-year-old Australian Cattledog / Catahoula mix that had been at our shelter previously. He experienced high levels of anxiety in the shelter environment, so our medical team had prescribed him anti-anxiety medication and our training and volunteer team had been giving him extra enrichment and outings to help ease his time with us. Luckily, he did not have to stay long! Thanks to ASPCA and Subaru, he was adopted on the second day of the adoption event, just two weeks after his intake! Finally, two adoptions that happened during the month of October thanks to the support of Subaru Loves Pets and Rancho Grande Motors were JCPenny and Little Foot. JCPenny was a senior, nearly blind terrier-mix who had been transferred to us from an overcrowded shelter in the Central Valley. She was so sweet and lovable that she became an instant staff favorite, but was having trouble finding a loving family to adopt her. During October, she was adopted by a woman who fell in love and would be able to spoil her and give her the love and security she needed. Little Foot was surrendered by a breeder after being born with congenital abnormality that left his right front paw severely underdeveloped. The disproportionately small paw was sure to cause long-term discomfort for him, so our team performed an amputation. After making a full recovery, Little Foot was adopted by a veteran with PTSD. He is now proudly putting his best feet forward as an emotional support animal.
Spread Warmth through Care Blankets - FREYA W
We are stronger and better together. Here at PCR Oncology we were touched to find out that our local Subaru dealer Subaru of San Luis Obispo (SLO) chose to partner with us to deliver Subaru Loves to Care blankets and craft kits to our patients. These blankets are a symbol of love, hope, and healing for our patients during one of the most difficult times of their lives. The blankets keep our patients warm and comfortable while going through their treatments. We are so thankful for the staff and customers from Subaru of SLO to write notes of encouragement and share them with our patients. With support from organizations like Subaru of SLO, patients at PCR can get a glimpse of hope and support that they are not alone in their journey. Thank you for all the Blankets and Craft Kits Subaru of SLO. We appreciate the continued support and commitment you have shown to PCR and our community.

