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The CarMax Foundation

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Laura Donahue
Vice President, Public Affairs
(804) 747-0422 ext. 4434
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Trina Lee
Director, Public Relations
(804) 747-0422, Ext. 4197
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Assistant Public Relations Manager, New Media
(804) 747-0422, Ext. 4773
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Elia Imler
Assistant Public Relations Manager
(804) 747-0422, Ext. 4029
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Purpose and Mission

As part of its mission, CarMax is committed to being a responsible corporate citizen and good neighbor. The CarMax Foundation was established in 2003 to provide a means for CarMax’s charitable contributions. Since establishing the CarMax Foundation in 2003, nonprofit organizations have been awarded more than $6.62 million to help the communities where our Associates live and work.

The Foundation seeks to promote automobile passenger safety and improve the communities in which our Associates live and work. The Foundation is committed to:
  • Funding programs that show measurable results and benefits to the community
  • Supporting organizations that are fiscally responsible, transparent, and well-managed
  • Providing superior community service
  • Engaging CarMax Associates in our philanthropic efforts
The Matching Gifts and Hours Program lets Associates give back to their communities.

Programs
The Foundation provides grants and support to non-profit organizations that promote primarily automotive safety, youth leadership, and education. 
  • The Regional Giving Program provides annual grants to qualifying organizations with programs focused on education and youth leadership for children and families in the seven regions whee we have stores.
  • The Richmond Giving Program improves opportunities for children and families in the Richmond, Va., area, and promotes education and leadership through athletics, arts, and cultural programs.
  • The Matching Gifts Program matches personal contributions of time and money made by CarMax Associates to public charities of their choice.
  • The Volunteer Program encourages Associates to participate in team-building activities and donates a minimum of $500 to aid organizations in their communities.


In fiscal 2009, the CarMax Foundation donated more than $1.59 million to these programs.
Reading Is Fundamental

In celebration of CarMax's 100th store opening in February 2009, The CarMax Foundation donated 100 book collections to Reading Is Fundamental programs located near each of our 100 stores.  Reading Is Fundamental programs motivate children to read by working with them, their parents, and community members to make reading a fun and beneficial part of everyday life. 
 
For the local donations, a collection of books that focused on exciting travel adventures and safety were distributed.  These books, along with bookmarks and bookplates for the inside cover of each book, were delivered to the local organization.  The theme of the donation - "Put your Imagination in Gear" - encouraged kids of all ages to enjoy the thrill of a good book.
 
For more information, contact:

The CarMax Foundation
12800 Tuckahoe Creek Parkway
Richmond, VA 23238
804-935-4533
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