Tidal Wave Auto Spa in Blue Springs Raises $867.23 for The Whole Person
Proceeds from Tidal Wave’s 16th Annual Charity Day to Benefit the programs and services that empower individuals with disabilities, fostering independence and advocating for their inclusion in the community.
Blue Springs, Missouri, October 11, 2024 — Tidal Wave Auto Spa, the nation’s fourth-largest conveyor car wash company, hosted their 16th annual Charity Day event on Friday, September 20. The company is pleased to announce this year’s event raised a record-breaking total of $685,142, all of which will be donated entirely to local charitable and non-profit organizations.
This year, Tidal Wave Auto Spa at 727 US-40 in Blue Springs was proud to partner with The Whole Person for this year’s event, raising $867.23 through their daily wash proceeds and on-site donations. These funds will be donated directly to The Whole Person, and will aid in their continued efforts to connect people with disabilities to the resources they need by supporting independent choice and advocating for positive change in the community.
We are incredibly grateful for the support of Tidal Wave Auto Spa and their generous contribution. This partnership allows us to continue empowering individuals with disabilities to live independently and make meaningful choices about their lives. Together, we are fostering a more inclusive and supportive community. – Kathy Kay, CEO
Tidal Wave’s 16th annual Charity Day event supported over 250 charitable organizations across 269 participating Tidal Wave locations. Over the years, Tidal Wave's Charity Day event has made a significant impact on the lives of countless individuals and organizations. Over the event’s sixteen-year history, Tidal Wave has donated over $2 million, underscoring the company’s dedication to making an impact in the communities they serve.
“Charity Day brings our communities together to support organizations that are doing incredible work,” said CEO and founder Scott Blackstock. “I’m grateful that Tidal Wave can highlight these truly wonderful organizations during Charity Day and raise funds that help them to continue doing the important and impactful work they are doing within our communities.”
In addition to Tidal Wave’s annual Charity Day event, which received two consecutive gold Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards® for Best Initiative for Philanthropy and Corporate Giving, the company also gives back year-round through fundraising. Tidal Wave’s fundraising program has helped raise over $3 million for local organizations, and provides a simple, fast, and convenient way to raise money for local schools, churches, civic groups, and more.
To learn more about Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s Charity Day, visit: tidalwaveautospa.com/charityday/.
About Tidal Wave Auto Spa
Tidal Wave Auto Spa was founded over 20 years ago in Thomaston, GA by husband and wife, Scott and Hope Blackstock. What started as a small-town self-service car wash business, evolved into the first conveyor car wash open in Georgia, and is now the fourth-largest conveyor car wash company in the nation with 282 locations sprawling 29 states. Tidal Wave is committed to providing every customer an exceptional car wash experience through industry-leading car care technology, clean and attractive locations, and outstanding customer service. In 2020, the company partnered with Golden Gate Capital to facilitate their accelerated growth and has been included in the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies for the past five years. Tidal Wave has continuously strived to make a positive impact in the communities they serve, and has raised over $3 million dollars for local programs, service organizations, and non-profit organizations through the company’s fundraising program and annual philanthropic Charity Day event.
About The Whole Person
The Whole Person is dedicated to connecting individuals with disabilities to essential resources, emphasizing independent choice, and advocating for positive community change. Our vision centers around creating a fully accessible community where opportunities and choices are not constrained by disability. Guided by our core values – Respect, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Commitment, and Collaboration – The Whole Person is committed to fostering an environment that empowers individuals to overcome challenges.
As a service provider, we extend our support to people with disabilities, their families, and various community entities, including schools, businesses, local government agencies, volunteer organizations, healthcare institutions, civic groups, religious organizations, veterans, and any individuals or organizations seeking assistance. Our inclusive programs, offered free of charge, cater to people with a diverse range of physical, sensory, and cognitive disabilities. (Note: we cater to people, we do not cater to disabilities) At The Whole Person, we strive to identify and implement tailored resources for individuals by promoting inclusivity and accessibility for all. The Whole Person’s main office is located at 3710 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64111. To learn more about us, please visit our website at thewholeperson.org and follow us on all social media (@thewholeperson) to stay up to date on our initiatives to continue our mission.
