Subaru Dealership Raises $28K for Ronald McDonald House

A Joplin car dealership just proved that doing good is good business, raising close to $28,000 for families facing every parent's worst nightmare.

Frank Fletcher Subaru presented the check to Ronald McDonald House on Monday through its annual "Share the Love" campaign. The initiative ran from November 21 through January 2, with customers choosing where their donations would go.

The dealership sweetened the pot by contributing $200 for every vehicle sold or leased during the campaign. That combination of customer generosity and corporate commitment added up fast.

Samantha Jubala, the dealership's encore specialist, noticed something heartwarming during the campaign. Many customers instantly selected Ronald McDonald House because they'd personally used its services for a family member or themselves.

That personal connection matters. The nonprofit provides housing and support for families whose children need medical treatment away from home, keeping loved ones close during terrifying times.

The Ripple Effect

This isn't just a one-time feel-good story. Frank Fletcher Subaru has chosen Ronald McDonald House as its hometown charity for 12 consecutive years, demonstrating sustained commitment to their community.

The latest donation pushed the dealership past a major milestone. More than $250,000 has now flowed to the organization through the Subaru partnership over the years.

Executive Director Lori Jones emphasized why donations like this matter so much. The charity runs entirely on community funding beyond its founding partnership with McDonald's, meaning local support directly determines how many families they can help.

Every dollar raised helps cover the basics that families shouldn't have to worry about during medical crises. A place to sleep near their sick child. A warm meal. A quiet moment to breathe.

The "Share the Love" campaign channels the natural generosity of people making a major purchase into meaningful community impact. When customers are already celebrating buying a new car, they're invited to extend that joy outward.

Twelve years of partnership shows what happens when businesses dig deep roots in their communities instead of just setting up shop. Real relationships form, trust builds, and good work compounds over time.

More than a quarter million dollars can cover a lot of nights when a parent just needs to be close to their child.