SECOND CHANCES GARAGE DONATES VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT TO A DESERVING DRIVER
Every now and then I get a press release in my email that strikes a chord with me. Today I got one from Volkswagen about a resurrected VW Passat. When I read the release I thought that the Passat was secondary to the real story, the Second Chances Garage. I'll let the release explain:
"For many Americans, having a job and helping their communities requires reliable transportation. That’s why Second Chances Garage in Frederick, Md., has been working for a decade to refurbish donated vehicles into wheels for those who need them most. “If you have your own car, it can be easy to take it for granted. But, if you’ve ever had to coordinate share rides or bus schedules, you understand how tough it is,” says John Grupenhoff, sales and service manager at Second Chances Garage.
Since opening its doors in 2010, the nonprofit has provided more than 1,000 cars to those in need who might not otherwise be able to own their own vehicle. The cars are typically donated by community members and t…
"For many Americans, having a job and helping their communities requires reliable transportation. That’s why Second Chances Garage in Frederick, Md., has been working for a decade to refurbish donated vehicles into wheels for those who need them most. “If you have your own car, it can be easy to take it for granted. But, if you’ve ever had to coordinate share rides or bus schedules, you understand how tough it is,” says John Grupenhoff, sales and service manager at Second Chances Garage.
Since opening its doors in 2010, the nonprofit has provided more than 1,000 cars to those in need who might not otherwise be able to own their own vehicle. The cars are typically donated by community members and t…
