Valvoline Instant Oil Change Breaks Records as It Raises $1.8 Million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

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01/07/2026 - 07:30 AM

Campaign total marks nearly 40% increase over 2025 and reinforces 16-year commitment to supporting local children’s hospitals

LEXINGTON, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today announced that its company and participating franchise Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Great Canadian Oil Change service centers raised more than $1.8 million, a nearly 40% increase over what the company raised in 2025.

Funds were raised through guest donations at the time of service, corporate-led fundraising efforts, and contributions from Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchisees, helping support children’s hospitals in the local communities where Valvoline Inc. team members live and work.

“This milestone reflects the generosity of our guests and the dedication of our team members and franchisees,” said Lori Flees, President and Chief Executive Officer of Valvoline Inc. “For 16 years, our partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals has allowed us to support families when they need it most, and we’re proud to see our collective impact continue to grow.”

Valvoline Instant Oil Change has supported Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals since 2009, helping fund critical pediatric care, life-saving equipment, and essential services for children and families at local member hospitals. During the 16 years of supporting CMN, the company has contributed nearly $10 million to the organization.

The annual campaign is a cornerstone of Valvoline Inc.’s broader community impact, Happy to Help, which focuses on children’s health and mental well-being.

About Valvoline Inc.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) delivers quick, easy, trusted service at more than 2,300 franchised and company-operated service centers across the United States and Canada. The Company completes more than 30 million services annually system-wide, from about 15-minute stay-in-your-car oil changes to a variety of manufacturer-recommended maintenance services such as wiper replacements and tire rotations. At Valvoline Inc., it all starts with our people, including the 13,000 team members who are working to drive the full potential of our core business, deliver sustainable network growth, and innovate to meet the evolving needs of our customers and the car parc. For more information, visit vioc.com.