Ira Subaru of Danvers Makes $40,000 Donation to Essex County Habitat for Humanity

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Ira Subaru, a dealership under Group 1 Automotive (GPI), is donating $41,038 to Essex County Habitat for Humanity and providing volunteer support for home construction. The check presentation and volunteer event will take place on June 18, 2025, in Hamilton, MA. Ira Subaru's General Manager Roscoe Robinson emphasized the dealership's commitment to supporting Habitat for Humanity's mission of helping families achieve homeownership. The initiative aligns with Group 1 Automotive's long-standing tradition of community engagement and philanthropic activities.

Ira Subaru's Contribution Embodies Group 1's Philanthropic Legacy

DANVERS, Mass., June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ira Subaru, located on Andover St. in Danvers, will present a check totaling $41,038 to the Essex County Habitat for Humanity on June 18. Additionally, Ira Subaru employees will roll up their sleeves by volunteering their time to help build a home for a well-deserving family selected by Habitat for Humanity. 

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live. It helps families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance needed to build better lives for themselves.

The check presentation, along with the volunteer home-building event, will take place:

9 a.m., Wed., June 18, 2025
436 Asbury St.
Hamilton, MA

Management from Ira Subaru and Subaru of New England are expected 
to be on hand for the check presentation.

"Habitat for Humanity does a phenomenal job of helping families get a leg up on owning their own place to live, and we're proud to support such a worthwhile organization, not only financially but also with our employees' volunteering their time to help construct the home," said Roscoe Robinson, General Manager of Ira Subaru.

"Supporting local communities is part of our DNA, and our donation represents Ira Subaru and Group 1's legacy of positive change that will benefit future generations."

Ira Subaru is part of Houston-based Group 1 Automotive, Inc., one of the country's largest owners of automobile dealers and franchises. Group 1 has a long history of supporting local communities through its philanthropic activities, and this donation to Habitat for Humanity is yet another example of that decades-long commitment.

About Essex County Habitat for Humanity

Essex County Habitat for Humanity is the local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, the largest nonprofit homebuilder in the world. Essex County Habitat builds and repairs decent, safe, and affordable homes in partnership with the families who need them. Each partner family works at least 240 sweat equity hours alongside volunteers to build their home and then carries an affordable 30-year mortgage. Since it was established in 1985, the affiliate has delivered on their mission for more than 190 families in Essex County.

To help fund their work, Essex County Habitat operates a ReStore, located in Lawrence, where they sell quality new and previously owned furniture, appliances, building materials, and home goods at greatly reduced prices. To donate, volunteer, or learn more, please visit EssexCountyHabitat.org

About Group 1 Automotive, Inc.

Group 1 owns and operates 261 automotive dealerships, 332 franchises, and 39 collision centers in the United States and the United Kingdom that offer 36 brands of automobiles. Through its dealerships and omni-channel platform, the Company sells new and used cars and light trucks; arranges related vehicle financing; sells service and insurance contracts; provides automotive maintenance and repair services; and sells vehicle parts.

Group 1 discloses additional information about the Company, its business, and its results of operations at www.group1corp.com, www.group1auto.com, www.group1collision.com, www.acceleride.com, and www.facebook.com/group1auto.

Media Contact:

Lori Talanian
Director of Corporate and Strategic Partnerships
Group 1 Automotive, Inc.
617-680-5455
ltalanian@group1auto.com 

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SOURCE Group 1 Automotive, Inc.

FAQ

How much did Ira Subaru donate to Essex County Habitat for Humanity in 2025?

Ira Subaru donated $41,038 to Essex County Habitat for Humanity in June 2025.

When and where will Ira Subaru present their donation to Habitat for Humanity?

The check presentation will take place at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 436 Asbury St., Hamilton, MA.

How is Group 1 Automotive (GPI) involved in this donation?

Ira Subaru is part of Group 1 Automotive, and this donation reflects the company's long-standing commitment to community support and philanthropic activities.

What additional support is Ira Subaru providing beyond the monetary donation?

In addition to the monetary donation, Ira Subaru employees will volunteer their time to help build a home for a family selected by Habitat for Humanity.