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AkzoNobel provides families with the gift of transportation PDF Print E-mail
Collision Repair
Tuesday, 20 December 2011 10:06

Norcross, Georgia -- December 20, 2011 -- Collision centres across Canada and the United States will share the gift of transportation with 25 deserving families and members of their communities during the 13th annual AkzoNobel Acoat selected International Benevolence Program, held December 12th through the 23rd.

The Benevolence Program is a community service endeavour sponsored by AkzoNobel and conducted by collision repair centres that are members of the Sikkens Acoat selected program. Participating collision centres present refurbished cars to deserving individuals or organizations during the holiday season.

"Our Acoat selected members have refurbished and donated more than 325 cars since 1999,” notes North American Services Manager, Barry Rinehart.  “This program has become even more relevant with the economic downturn that has impacted so many in the last few years. The gift of dependable transportation, that many of us take for granted, can be the turning point for some to get their life back on track. We are honoured to be associated with these businesses that ensure that others can have a better life.”

Each year the collision repair industry comes across cars that are “written off” by either the owner or the insurance company. Some of these "write offs" are merely older vehicles that can be made road-ready and safe with mechanical and body work. Employees at participating shops donate their time and labour to repair the vehicle. Once the vehicle is reconditioned, shops then work with local charitable organizations to help them identify an individual or group that is in need of a vehicle. Other gifts such as auto insurance, oil changes, car washes, grocery store gift cards, clothing, toys and books are often donated by local merchants to accompany the car.

The Acoat selected National Benevolence Program is sponsored by AkzoNobel Coatings Inc., and is for customers who use its Sikkens brand of automotive refinish products. To learn more, please visit the Acoat selected website at www.acoatna.com.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 20 December 2011 10:07
 
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