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?
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 North Fort Lauderdale Subaru dedicated locally to the Love Promise?
NFL Subaru is very excited to be a positive impact in the community.
Good Karma Pet Rescue
Habitat for Humanity
Broward City School District
Florida Covenant House
Cody's Angles
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
Fifth Annual 'Fall in Love' Adoption Event Success - Melissa T
One of our favorite adoption stories from this year’s Subaru Loves Pets® event is Princessa Dairy. She was rescued from a hoarder situation along with nine other dogs, arriving severely matted, filthy, and extremely shy around people. This event was her very first adoption outing—and it changed her life. Thanks to the visibility and supportive environment of the Subaru event, Princessa met her perfect match. Her new dad, Richard, spent nearly two hours sitting with her, patiently earning her trust. The joy on his face when we told him he was approved to adopt her was unforgettable. And the magic didn’t stop there. At the event, Princessa was reunited with her buddy Swayze, another dog rescued from the same hoarding case. The moment they recognized each other, she lit up in a way we hadn’t seen before. Richard immediately saw how special their bond was—and because of the Subaru event bringing them together, he chose to adopt both of them. This beautiful double adoption simply wouldn’t have happened without the Subaru Loves Pets® Program. What began as two dogs coming from a home overwhelmed by neglect, filth, and fleas has transformed into a brand-new beginning. Today, Princessa and Swayze are safe, cherished, and living their best lives with their loving new dad. It was a moment that brought everyone to tears and reminded us exactly why these events and our rescue work matters so much.
Community Connection - Gillian J
With North Fort Lauderdale Subaru as a key partner, we’re expanding our outreach and providing even more valuable resources to our community. Together, we’re committed to promoting overall well-being, ensuring that residents have the tools they need to thrive. As we prepare for next year’s fundraising and donation efforts, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude — your support is invaluable in helping us serve the Coral Springs community. Let’s continue working side by side to foster generosity, strengthen community connections, and make a lasting difference in the lives of our residents.
Cody's Angels - Linda D
We are incredibly fortunate to partner with North Fort Lauderdale Subaru again for our annual Cody's Angels golf tournament. A heartfelt thank you to Subaru for your unwavering generosity and commitment to our community. We look forward to continuing this meaningful tradition together for many years to come!
Subaru Loves to Care - Hannah S
Every year, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is proud to partner with North Fort Lauderdale Subaru to deliver warmth and comfort to young cancer patients at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Together, we drop off 80 cozy blankets as part of Subaru’s “Subaru Loves to Care” initiative, bringing smiles and support to children and families during a difficult time. This tradition is one we cherish deeply, as it reflects the power of community and compassion in action. Working with the incredible team at North Fort Lauderdale Subaru is always a joy—they go above and beyond to make a meaningful difference. We’re so grateful for their continued partnership and generosity. Hannah Shweky | Campaign Development Specialist The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | South Florida Region Cell: (954) 643-8126 | Hannah.Shweky@lls.org
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!
