The 2023 Subaru Love Promise Customer and Community Commitment Award

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.

The 2023 Subaru Love Promise Customer and Community Commitment Award
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Love Promise Stories from Tindol Subaru

Subaru and Tindol 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.

North Gaston High School Career Expo - Paige M.

At the North Gaston High School Career Expo, Tindol Subaru made a notable appearance, sparking interest among students keen on automotive careers. Their exhibit was not only about showcasing the latest Subaru models but also about educating students on the advancements in automotive technology and the myriad career opportunities within the auto industry. Representatives from Tindol Subaru were on hand, offering insights into various roles ranging from engineering to sales, and even service technicians, highlighting the importance of skill development in these areas. They engaged students with interactive demos and discussions on the importance of sustainability and safety in vehicle design, resonating well with the environmentally conscious youth. Tindol Subaru's presence at the expo provided an invaluable learning opportunity, underscoring the company's commitment to fostering the next generation of automotive professionals.

North Gaston High School

Smarter Than a 5th Grader - Mrs. H.

Tindol Subaru is known for its community engagement and local support initiatives. One of the dealership’s most endearing contributions is its involvement in the educational event "Are You Smarter Than a Gaston County 5th Grader?" This friendly competition, which aims to foster knowledge and camaraderie among students, allows participants to showcase their academic skills in a game-show style format. Tindol Subaru plays a crucial role by sponsoring the event, thus ensuring that the local schools can benefit from additional resources and support. By engaging with the youth, Tindol Subaru demonstrates its commitment to the local community beyond just selling cars. The dealership's participation in such events underscores its philosophy of nurturing young minds, which aligns with Subaru’s national efforts to prioritize education and community welfare. "Are You Smarter Than a Gaston County 5th Grader?" not only brings together students, teachers, and families but also spotlights Tindol Subaru as more than just a business; it's a partner in education. Through this involvement, the dealership helps to raise funds that go directly toward enhancing educational programs within Gaston County schools. The event is an exuberant display of the dealership’s investment in the future leaders of the community. Finally, Tindol Subaru's partnership with "Are You Smarter Than a Gaston County 5th Grader?" reflects a meaningful connection between the local businesses and education, showcasing the positive impact that corporate social responsibility can have on society.

Gaston County Education Foundation

Operation Warm at Gardner Park Elementary - Brandi W.

"As a School Counselor, my job is to look out for students who may have a concern going on outside of school that might hinder their learning. I started to notice a large population of our students who would come into school each morning in a t-shirt or just a light sweater and we didn't have anything to offer them to help with the shivering. When we had the opportunity for Operation Warm through Tindol Subaru to offer our students 108 jackets, we literally had tears of joy! The Tindol Subaru volunteers that came to help size our students for their jackets were so kind and full of energy, which helped our students to feel extremely comfortable through the whole event. Now each day, we get to see these once-shivering students coming in with smiles on their faces and ready to learn for the day! I still have students coming up to me asking "How do you like my jacket?!" because they are so proud of the first one they were ever able to choose themselves. We are so grateful for the love and support that Operation Warm & Tindol Subaru provided to our students at Gardner Park Elementary. They don't even know how much all of their assistance means to us!” - Chelsea H.

Gardner Park Elementary

Hometown Heroes - Lowell Police Dept - Paige M.

Tindol has always been a huge supporter of all the local first responders. We participate in the Hometown Heroes event every year where someone is nominated from each department and recognized for their hard work and dedication. This year we also decided to treat our local Police Department here in Lowell, NC. We took them gift cards for food, snacks, drinks, pens, hand sanitizer and more! We are so thankful that we have the means to give back as this group of people pours themselves into our community. We are so thankful for what they do and look forward to treating them more in the future!

Lowell Police Department

Student of the Month! - Brandi W.

Our partnership with Gardner Park Elementary school has to be one of our favorites. We are so fortunate to be able to build relationships with kids from right here in our community. We participate in Are You Smarter than a Gaston County 5th Grader every year and our team will tell you that is always one of their favorite events! This year we also had the pleasure of sponsoring their Student of the Month party! They had a movie party with popcorn, candy and more! We hope this made them feel as special as they are and we cannot wait to help more. Their futures are bright and we love that we get to be a part of it!

Gardner Park Elementary

Toys for Tots - Julie P.

We look forward to this every year! We partner with the Marine Corps for Toys for Tots and get to help make Christmas special for children in our area!! This years with the help of our team and customers we were able to donate over 100 toys! This is just one way we were able to Share the Love this holiday season!

Toys for Tots

Cancer Awareness - Paige M.

This year the Tindol family experienced a lot of ups and downs. We lost our dear friend and Parts Manager, Charles Groves to cancer. This had such a huge impact on everyone that knew him. If you knew Charles you loved him dearly. Every year, we participate in the Topless Cruise in Belmont in support of Gaston County Cancer Services. This year, we decided to dedicate it to Charles. A lot of our team showed up in support wearing blue for colon cancer awareness. We were able to spend time with his family and love on them. We are so thankful for the years that we had with Charles and look forward to seeing him again one day! Until then, we will continue to spread awareness and support research to end colon cancer!!

Strong Like AK - Julie P.

Strong Like AK is a passionate community of individuals determined to make the fight against pediatric cancer easier for patients and families. Their mission is rooted in strength, love, and unity providing financial assistance, free temporary housing during life-saving treatments, and comforting emotional support throughout this challenging journey towards hope. They strive to create a world where families impacted by childhood cancer no longer need to worry about financial stability and the burdens of treatment. Together, they seek to empower them with lasting peace of mind. What a blessing it was to be able to sponsor an event for Strong Like AK! We look forward to working with them again and again in order to support their mission.

Strong Like AK

Making A Dog's Day! - Brandi W.

Tindol Subaru LOVES pets! This year for Make a Dogs Day Tindol decided to come to our dog daycare and spend time with some of our daycare dogs. They came and spent time with them, loved on them and even brought treats and goodies. It was such a fun day for our daycare dogs, they love special visitors! We are so thankful for businesses that not only have a passion for dogs, but also have a passion for local businesses. We are so thankful for Tindol Subaru for visiting us and we are already looking forward to next year!

Baxter's Playhouse

Handbags, Heels, and Horsepower - Paige M.

Handbags, Heels, and Horsepower is an amazing event in support of the Isabella Santos Foundation. Isabella’s parents started this organization after she sadly passed away from rare pediatric cancer. ISF does amazing work right here in Charlotte. They have been able to dedicate an entire floor at Levine’s Children’s Hospital to their research as well as children who are in the care of the Doctors that ISF funds. Their mission is allow children to beat cancer, grow hair, and live their dreams. They are truly accomplishing this day in and day out and Tindol Subaru is so blessed to be able to be a small part in it. We were able to sponsor this awesome event with the Greater Charlotte Auto Dealers Association and help raise $60,000 for ISF!

Isabella Santos Foundation

21 Fur-Ever Homes! - Paige M.

We LOVE Tindol Subaru! We have partnered with them for many years to host a pet adoption thanks to ASPCA and Subaru Loves Pets! It is so special to be able to do this event during Subaru Loves Pets month! There is a such a large need for pet adoption in our area, the shelters are full. The animals are so loving and all hoping to find their “fur-ever” homes. Thankfully, this is typically a pretty large pet adoption. This year we were able to find homes for 21 pets. This is HUGE! Tindol also collects gently used collars, beds, leashes, food and more all throughout the year. We are so thankful to be able to team up with people in our community who care so deeply about the well-being of these animals.

Gaston Low Cost Spay Neuter Clinic

A Bit of Hope - Brandi W.

At Bit of Hope Ranch, we help hurting children by allowing them to find hope and healing through relationships with horses. All of the animals here have a story, most are rescued. Because of this, children are able to relate and identify with these physical and/or emotional scars the horses present. We host a 5K every year, this allows us to keep the Ranch up, no matter the need, it could be food for the animals, or paying our therapists. We are thankful for businesses and people in our community like Tindol Subaru who have a passion for helping others. Tindol has sponsored our 5K for a couple of years now and it is thanks to people like them that we can keep the Ranch going and play such a large role in children in our community as well as the animals that we rescue. Tindol also brings a vehicle out every year. This year they brought an awesome, new Subaru Crosstrek Wildness! This was perfect for our muddy Ranch on a rainy day!

Bit of Hope Ranch

Tindol Subaru Loves Learning - Ms. S.

We love Tindol Subaru! They always go above and beyond for us. This year, thanks to the Subaru Loves Learning and AdoptaClassroom.org, 5 of our teachers were recognized and awarded $500 each for their classrooms. On top of that Tindol also brought us a bunch of school supplies because they hosted a back to school drive. They were able to walk around to each classroom and surprise the teachers and students with this recognition. This is so crucial for these teachers, it is extra goodies that they do not have to spend their own money on. Tindol also does several things for us throughout the year such as donating money for our Halloween parade and teaming up with us for “Are You Smarter than a Gaston County 5th Grader.” We love getting to work with them and we are so thankful for their partnership. - Ms. Stamey

Community Garden - Eddie P.

It was an honor to be able to represent Tindol at the Rotary Community Garden of Gastonia’s Annual Fundraiser. This may seem like a silly thing, why does a garden need to have an annual fundraiser? Well, this garden feeds the people of our community. It provides meals for people who are a part of Crisis Assistance Ministries. This fundraiser helps fund the garden all year, which allows the garden to be fruitful and spread to many people in need. I am so thankful to work for a company that is passionate about its community and taking care of our neighbors. - Eddie P

Tindol Subaru Loves Learning - Parker D.

I get my car serviced at Tindol and I have always loved the atmosphere and at home feeling I get when I arrive. They always remember my name and greet me with such a warm welcome. I was scheduled for service in early August and when I arrived I discovered that they were hosting a back to school drive supporting Gardner Park Elementary School. I am so thankful that I do business with a place that is community minded and hosts things like this in order to give our next generation the best school experience they can have. Great job Tindol Subaru!! - Parker D

Hometown Heroes - Ashely A.

This year Chick-fil-A Cox Road was asked to participate in Tindol Subaru’s Hometown Heroes Event. We were thrilled to be able to help and support our local First Responders but we were blown away by the outpouring of love shown to these men and women by all of the Tindol team. Tindol Subaru went above and beyond to make everyone feel important and welcome. They greeted each Officer, Fireman, Sheriff, and EMT at the door with American flags and cheers for their job well done. Natalie Tindol spoke such kind words about each of the five that were being honored that day. Tindol also has a “Hometown Hero Wall” where they encourage every First Responder they meet to sign the wall acknowledging their hard work and dedication to their community. I think it is also important to note that the Tindol team personally knew many of the First Responders and it was clear that their appreciation for them extends far past the event. Tindol has a respect for the First Responders in our community and they are proud to show it. It was an honor to be a part of this event and we so look forward to it in the future.

Tindol Subaru Loves to Care - Paige M.

Life has a way of making things come full circle, whether it be good or bad. My story is a good one, truly by the grace of God. Almost two years ago my dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Cancer, it is such a small word that carries so much punch. It’s a word no one ever wants to hear and something no one can ever really be prepared for. Thankfully, they caught it early and he was able to have surgery that should remove most, hopefully all of the cancer. The prognosis was very good, my dad is in fantastic health. He is very active and has little to no prior health problems at 70 years old. This diagnosis would ultimately save his life. He had surgery to remove the cancer on February 14th and everything went great. He was able to come home that same day to start the recovery process. Unfortunately, recovery did not go as planned. He actually got worse and worse as the week went on. He could barely get up, his color was terrible, and was even starting to have some trouble breathing. This was so hard for everyone to understand considering he was in such good health before and the surgery went perfectly. He ended up going back to the hospital because he continued to decline. On February 22nd he had to have emergency double bypass surgery. At some point during the initial surgery they believe he had a heart attack. When I mentioned earlier that his cancer diagnosis saved his life, this is what I mean. Because he had a minor heart attack during the first surgery, the blockages in his heart came to light. He had no symptoms prior to this surgery even though he had 98% and 99% blockages. If things didn’t happen the way they did he likely would’ve suffered a massive heart attack at some point with a very different outcome. A few months after all of this, I started working at Tindol Subaru as the Marketing Director. I became very involved in the Subaru Love Promise® programs and found such a passion for helping others in our community. In July my dad started taking radiation treatment for his cancer as a final cure. He receives treatments at our local Cancer Center, where our team had delivered blankets as a part of the Subaru Loves to Care® initiative! He received one of the blankets from our store. It is such a cool thing to work for a place that is passionate about people. When you put people first the business will follow. Tindol Subaru is committed to loving on our community and I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing it first hand!

CaroMont Cancer Center - Spreading Hope - Laney M.

Tindol Subaru was honored to drop off 80 blankets along with handwritten notes from our customers and staff at the CaroMont Cancer Center in Gastonia, NC. This was done as part of Subaru Love Promise®. Our goal was to spread hope, love, positivity, comfort, and encouragement with the messages we were able to leave for patients facing cancer. We are grateful that Subaru prioritizes being involved with and giving back within our community. In addition to that, we are grateful for the incredible employees at CaroMont Cancer Center who pour their hearts into caring for patients day in and day out.

CaroMont Cancer Center

United Way Spirit Of Caring - J P.

Tindol Subaru received the Spirit of Caring Award at the United Way's 70th Year Celebration! We have had three consecutive years of increased fundraising efforts that go back into the community. "The United Way of Gaston County believes in the dignity of all people. We will continue working to eliminate barriers and injustices, particularly racial and social inequities, from our work and in the community. We will continue striving to look at our community and our initiatives through the lens of inclusion, diversity, and equity in all we do, knowing that our actions will strengthen our community, our partnerships, and our results."

United Way of Gaston County

Gastonia Police Foundation Golf Tournament - B W.

 Tindol Subaru was honored to support our 22nd Annual Gastonia Police Foundation Golf Tournament! The GPF is a non-profit organization that works tirelessly to raise funds to provide the Gastonia Police Department with support to promote organizational distinction, excellence in the community, community and officer education and interaction, and police and community support. We are so thankful for our local hometown heroes!

Gastonia Police Foundation

Hats In The Garden - Paige M.

Tindol Subaru had the pleasure of attending a beautiful event in support of the Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens. Events like “Hats in the Garden” help raise funds to keep the gardens living and thriving! Without supporters like Tindol Subaru the Gardens would not be able to be preserved and enjoyed by so many in our community. We are so proud to be given the opportunity to Love our Earth!

OneBlood - Leslie H.

Tindol Subaru is a huge supporter of OneBlood and they regularly host blood drives that help patients all over our community. They even hosted a blood drive about a week after they opened at their new location in March! We registered 18 donors and collected 16 units. Each unit can help three separate patients so the Tindol Subaru team impacted the lives of 48 local patients and their families! We are so thankful for teams like this in our community. They impact the lives of so many and we could not do it without them!

OneBlood

Dancing for Future Stars - Paige M.

Tindol Subaru’s Gordon Haygood is a native of Gastonia. He graduated from Hunter Huss High School and attended NC State University where he earned his degrees in Business and Economics. He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha (PKA) where his famous dancing talents started as he learned how to shag. Gordon came home to Gastonia to work in the family business with his father, Bob Haygood at Haygood Lincoln Mercury in 1978. The following year Gordon met the love of his life, the late Jane Peeler Haygood whom he married less than a year later. Gordon says that was the best sale he ever made! He and Jane were the best partners throughout their life together. Gordon and Jane have 3 children John, Chris and Holly. He has also been blessed with an amazing daughter in law, Kelley Beth and 3-year-old twin grandchildren Jonathan and Olivia Jane Haygood. For over 50 years Gordon has been an active member of First Methodist Church in Gastonia where he serves his church and community in many different programs. He and Jane were Sunday school teachers and Gordon was the youth basketball coach. He has also been with the Community Bible Study group for 12 years and spent many years helping with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Golf Tournament, which was dedicated to his late father. Gordon is an avid golfer...and Wolfpack fan! He’s been with Tindol Subaru for 15 years and is still passionate about helping his friends with their transportation needs. Being in the automotive business over 44 years, having survived cancer, and losing his wife and middle son Chris, Gordon has seen the ups and downs of business and life. He appreciates his family and friends, and his strong Christian foundation allows him to live every day to the fullest aided by his wit, humor and overall friendly demeanor. Tindol Subaru is proud to have been able to be a major sponsor of Gordon in this years Dancing for Future Stars in support of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Gaston. Gordon is this years Grand Champion, helping raise over 1$42,000 dollars for the Club. This organization is near and dear to Tindol’s heart. They support over 600 kids in the county everyday, have no gangs, or pregnancies and have a 99% graduation rate! We are so proud of Gordon and what he has done to represent Tindol in our community!

Imagination Library - Paige M.

Tindol Subaru was honored to be able to partner with the United Way of Gaston County to be able to help raise money for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library through an event called Purse Power. This event allows women from our community to come together, build relationships, possibly win designer hand bags and most importantly raise money to support children that are impacted by this initiative. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free books to children from birth to age five. This strikes interest in learning in children from a young age. The children of today are the adults of tomorrow and Tindol Subaru believes in the importance of education. We are so thankful to not only be able to support children learning, but doing it through the United Way is just an added bonus. We look forward to sponsoring this event every year and we are proud to say that Purse Power 2023 was a huge success! The event raised over $27,000 for our Dolly Parton Imagination Library initiative.

The Isabella Santos Foundation - Julie P.

The Isabella Santos Foundation is very near and dear to our hearts at Tindol Subaru. Our General Manager Robin Anderson actually had the unique pleasure of meeting Isabella and her mom Erin many years ago. Robin had a close friend whose daughter was also undergoing treatment for pediatric cancer. After Isabella tragically passed away and Erin created the Isabella Santos Foundation, Robin knew that this is something we had to support. We regularly donate to ISF as well as sponsor and attend events that help raise money. Just this month we attended “A Morning In Paris.” All of the money they raise goes towards so many things in the Rare Pediatric Cancer world right here in our community. For example, they spent over one million dollars to build a Radiation Room at Levine Children’s Hospital that allows children to receive the treatment that they so desperately need while also living life as normal as they can. ISF also provides fun days for families that are affected by doing things such as taking them out to eat, buying new clothes, or even taking the whole family to fun parks. They bring doctors in from all over the world to brainstorm and work together to find treatment options for these children. We are so proud to be able to support such an amazing foundation. The work that they do is quite literally changing lives of children and families right here in our community. Isabella lives on in such an inspiring way.