The 2025 Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment Award
We are honored to be nationally recognized by Subaru of America, Inc. for our dedication to our community, and the Subaru Love Promise.
The 2025 Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment Award recognizes elite Subaru retailer who provide an exceptional customer experience at every interaction with Subaru. These retailers have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to supporting passions and causes in their local communities in important areas such as environment, community, health, education, and pets.
Here at Subaru, we love our community as much as we love our vehicles and are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of all of our customers and neighbors.
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.
How is North Fort Lauderdale Subaru dedicated locally to the Love Promise?
NFL Subaru is excited to be a positive impact in the community.
Good Karma Pet Rescue
Broward City School District
Florida Covenant House
Oneblood
Love Promise Stories from North Fort Lauderdale Subaru
Subaru and North Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Subaru 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 Fort Lauderdale, this is a harsh reality. Helping others strengthens communities, which is why North Fort Lauderdale Subaru 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 North Fort Lauderdale Subaru have helped nearly 900,000 children and adults in urgent need. On 02/08/2025, North Fort Lauderdale Subaru donated 300 shoes/socks to Broward Partnership. 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.
Achieving Professional and Personal Success - Susan M
Thanks to the unwavering support of Wael Ghali, Managing Partner, and his team at North Fort Lauderdale Subaru, the Dan Marino Foundation has been able to change many lives through the generosity of Subaru’s Share the Love annual events. Since 2021, they have donated over $163,000, to the Foundation, funding that helps children, teens, and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities reach their fullest potential. One of the many lives transformed by this support is Leo. When Leo first arrived at Marino Campus in 2018, he was quiet, unsure of himself, and had never held a job. He spent most of his time at home, playing video games, with few social connections and little sense of what his future might hold. At Marino Campus, Leo enrolled in the Computer Hardware and Networking program, where he began to build not only technical skills but also confidence. Internships at the Broward County Property Appraiser’s Office and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts helped him grow professionally and personally, teaching him the value of teamwork, responsibility, and perseverance. After graduating in 2019, Leo joined the Dan Marino Foundation as part of the IT support team, where he worked for two years before moving to a role in hardware assembly at Evolution Interconnect Systems. There, he proved himself as a capable and dependable employee. Today, Leo’s life is thriving. He lives independently with his girlfriend Gabby and their dog, London. He works full-time at the Publix Distribution Warehouse, has formed meaningful friendships with his coworkers, and enjoys a full social life. He still loves video games—but now he also plays pickleball regularly. One of Leo’s most exciting milestones is his enrollment in the Foundation’s driving program, where he’s preparing to earn his driver’s license, an extraordinary accomplishment, especially considering that only 30% of individuals with autism ever do. Wael Ghali has been a champion of this program, ensuring students like Leo have access to critical, real-world training tools. Leo’s story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when individuals are given the opportunity to grow in a supportive community. From a shy young man with an uncertain future to a confident, independent professional, Leo is now on the road to a limitless future—and it’s support from partners like Wael Ghali and Subaru that makes it all possible.
Another successful Fall in Love Adoption Event with Good Karma Pet Rescue at NFL Subuaru - Melissa T
This was our fourth annual "Fall in Love" adoption event partnership with North Fort Lauderdale Subaru! We LOVE working with Vanessa, Wael, and the rest of the staff at this location. They are always so amazing & welcoming to our foster families & volunteers! We had another fantastic event on October 19, 2024 with about 26 cats and dogs in attendance. We received several adoption applications thanks to this event but the highlight of the day was our shy little scruffy dog named Sisto meeting his future forever home during this event! He was rescued from a hoarding situation originally, extremely matted & neglected. It took several months for Sisto to even warm up to humans and he always had a shy demeanor. We decided Sisto was ready to start looking for an adopter so he came to the Subaru adoption event where the PERFECT adopter came in and fell in love with him! They applied on the spot and Sisto was happily adopted and is doing great in his new home! We're SOOO thankful for North Ft Lauderdale Subaru for hosting this amazing event year after year to celebrate Subaru's #MakeADogsDay campaign every October! This is one of our favorite events & we look forward to working with NFL Subaru next year!
Empowering Futures Together: North Fort Lauderdale Subaru's Commitment to Pompano Beach Elementary - Shezette
The students and staff of Pompano Beach Elementary School are beyond grateful for the love and support we receive from North Fort Lauderdale Subaru. Every year students enter school, bright eyed, excited and eager to learn and grow. So often we don’t have all the supplies we need, but we are never worried because we have phenomenal partners like you! North Fort Lauderdale Subaru ALWAYS shows up and shows out! You all supply us with everything from undergarments for our little ones, to earbuds for all scholars. We are beyond grateful for the love and support we receive. We are able to achieve and accomplish our goals because we have the necessary resources to be successful. The Pompano Beach Elementary students, parents, staff and community would like to thank North Fort Lauderdale Subaru for everything you all do to support the scholars at Pompano Beach Elementary. Our school is a great place to learn and grow because of community partners like you!
2024 Blanket Drop - Hannah S
Every year we are lucky enough to partner with North Fort Lauderdale Subaru and Joe DiMaggio Childrens Hospital to drop off warm blankets to patients of the Oncology Ward. This wholesome initiative makes such a difference, not only to the patients but their families and doctors as well. Thank you, Subaru, for your endless generosity to the community! We look forward to doing this with you for years to come.
Ally Climbs Mountains! - Susan M
Wael Ghali and his North Fort Lauderdale Subaru team have been amazing partners with the Dan Marino Foundation for the past 5 years, supporting the Foundation financially and through participation in our events. The Share the Love funding from North Fort Lauderdale Subaru allows the Foundation to offer innovative programming and technology tools to create a world where individuals with autism can thrive. One of the young adults who benefits from this support is Ally. She is a 2023 graduate of Marino Campus, a postsecondary school for young adults with autism. When she first arrived, she was shy and didn't engage with her fellow students or instructors. She spent most of her time with family members and participated in very few other activities or experiences. Within a week she had made friends with several students and enjoyed her classes and sharing lunch with her new friends. She was also challenged with some eating impulses and understanding nutrition. From the interaction with other students and through learning more about nutrition and control, she has since learned techniques to manage these difficulties. In addition, Ally struggled with flexibility. Whenever her routine or plans were changed, it would result in an emotional outburst. Throughout the year we worked on this issue, and she is now able to deal with changes almost seamlessly. Finally, Ally was not very physically active, and whenever we had a physical activity, she would often break down in tears and refuse to participate, saying it was too hard for her. Since joining the Foundation's new program, Hub2Connect, she has participated in many new and challenging athletic activities. Recently, the members of Hub2Connect went rock climbing. According to Allie's mother, she had never rock climbed before, and she didn't think she would even try it. Despite her initial hesitation, we encouraged her to try it, and she did. She was not able to reach the top of the "mountain" on her first visit, but instead of giving up, she kept signing up to go on every visit, and by the third visit, she was able to climb to the top of the summit. It took her many tries and a lot of sweat, but Ally refused to give up. Much to everyone's surprise, and when she made it to the top, she cried tears of joy and pride. Ally not only completed the rock-climbing obstacle once but five times. She had clearly overcome not only her social and physical insecurities but also became the rock-climbing star of the Foundation! Her mother was overwhelmed, understanding that there were many things her daughter could accomplish now that she had the self-confidence and motivation to do so. The future looks brighter not only for Ally, but also for all the alumni of the Foundation, who have overcome many difficulties through the Foundation's belief in fostering independence, self-advocacy, and empowerment for all the people we serve. It is through the support from donors like North Fort Lauderdale Subaru that the Dan Marino Foundation can continue its mission of “empowering individuals with autism.” Thank you!
NFL Subaru Helps Keep Children Warm for the 3rd year in a row! - Isabella P
We want to thank NFL Subaru for their generous donation of brand-new children's coats in various colors and sizes. NFL Subaru collaborated with an excellent organization, Operation Warm, which took the time to understand our needs and identified the coats sponsored by Subaru NFL that would benefit all our families with children. On behalf of the families under our care, we want to give a big thank you for adopting the North Homeless Assistance Center for the 3rd consecutive year! Broward Partnership has been serving the community for 25 years and we always keep in mind that it can get very cold here. NFL Subaru’s donation of children’s coats will help meet the needs of families with children experiencing homelessness transition out of homelessness and into safe and stable housing. The commitment of NFL Subaru to make a difference in the lives of the children in our care is truly inspiring and it sends a powerful message that they are valued! We are deeply grateful for your dedication to our center, and your partnership has brought immeasurable joy and excitement to the children we serve. Witnessing the happiness on their faces as they received their coats was truly priceless. We are fortunate to have NFL Subaru as a valued partner, helping us create a positive and nurturing environment. Thank you for setting the tone for another great year!
NFL Subaru Brightens Up Thanksgiving Day For The People in Need - Rose W
We want to express our deepest gratitude for your involvement in the community Thanksgiving event organized at the Lighthouse Seventh Day Adventist Church, in collaboration with God In Shoes. Your substantial donation of food and care packages provided nourishment, comfort, and essential items to those who needed it most. Your support has brought smiles to the faces of many, reminding them that they are seen and valued. Your team's active participation during the event demonstrated an exceptional level of dedication and care. By working side by side with the church volunteers, you not only contributed to the practical aspects but also created a sense of unity and togetherness that is truly inspiring. Your commitment to making a positive difference in our community is commendable. You have shown that by coming together, we can create meaningful change and uplift those who are facing challenges. Your generosity has warmed our hearts and reminded us of the power of compassion. We encourage you to continue being a beacon of kindness in our community and beyond. Your actions have inspired us all and set an example for others to follow. Together, we can create a world filled with empathy, care, and opportunity for all. Thank you, NFL Subaru, for your unwavering support and for making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. Your dedication to creating a better world is truly remarkable. With heartfelt appreciation, God in Shoes and The Lighthouse Seventh Day Adventist Church
NFL Subaru does it again for #MakeADogsDay with Good Karma Pet Rescue - Melissa T
This was our third annual "Fall in Love" adoption event partnership with North Fort Lauderdale Subaru! We LOVE working with Will and the rest of the staff at this location. They are always so sweet & welcoming to our foster parents & volunteers! We had another super successful event on October 14, 2023 with about 20 cats and dogs in attendance. We received several adoption applications thanks to this event and even had 2 dogs get adopted on site during the event! One of those puppies who got adopted that day was Mrs Hippie. She was a pittie puppy that was being given away with her siblings for free! One of our volunteers swooped in to take the remaining puppies so they wouldn't end up in the wrong hands! We rescued Mrs Hippie and two of her siblings, both of which got adopted before her. Luckily for Mrs Hippie, her perfect adopter came into NFL Subaru during our "Fall in Love" event and it was love at first sight! We're so thankful for North Ft Lauderdale Subaru for hosting this amazing event year after year to celebrate Subaru's #MakeADogsDay campaign every October! This is one of our favorite events & we look forward to working with NFL Subaru next year!
NFL Subaru made Halloween at Deerfield Beach Elementary School memorable - Steve P
Dear Mr. Ghali, you and your entire North Fort Lauderdale Subaru Team has received an A+ grade from Deerfield Beach Elementary School. The reason your team received this grade is for going above and beyond to help make our schools Halloween Trunk or Treat event a great success! When we contacted NFL Subaru our school hoped to receive a moderate donation of candy or something to that effect. But your team pulled out all the stops! Not only did your team bring one of your beautiful automobiles with candy but also fantastic ocean theme decorations to go along with our beach city. North Fort Lauderdale Subaru showed the love to Deerfield Beach Elementary School in a huge way right down to the mermaid and bubble machine! You truly know how to work with your community and have earned your A+ grade. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
