Did #1 Cochran Subaru of Monroeville go above and beyond, provide exceptional service, or support causes that are important to you? We'd love to hear about it.
We are honored to be nationally recognized by Subaru of America, Inc. for our dedication to our customers, our community, and the Subaru Love Promise.
The 2024 Subaru Love Promise Customer and Community Commitment Award recognizes elite Subaru retailer who provide an exceptional customer experience at every interaction with Subaru. These retailers have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to supporting passions and causes in their local communities in important areas such as environment, community, health, education, and pets.
Here at #1 Cochran Subaru of Monroeville, we love our community as much as we love our vehicles and are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of all of our customers and neighbors.
Subaru and our retailers believe in making the world a better place and the Subaru Love Promise is our vision of respecting all people. This is our commitment to show love and respect to our customers and to work to make a positive impact in the world.
Did #1 Cochran Subaru of Monroeville go above and beyond, provide exceptional service, or support causes that are important to you? We'd love to hear about it.
SUBMIT A STORYIn a perfect world, hunger would be history and hope would be commonplace. We believe a perfect world is possible.
In 2020, Subaru and its retailers made a donation to Feeding America to provide 50 million meals to help feed people in need during the COVID-19 crisis,* making meals available at 199 local food banks across the country.
*$1 helps provide at least 10 meals secured by Feeding America on behalf of local member food banks.
Subaru and our retailers are committed to protecting and preserving the Earth, not just by our words, but also by our actions.
More than 13 million pieces of hard-to-recycle waste collected and recycled through TerraCycle®.
Subaru believes we all should have a chance to lead a healthy life. That's why Subaru and its retailers, like us, partner with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) and their local hospital or cancer treatment center to give warm blankets and encouraging messages of hope, written by retailers and Subaru customers in their stores, to support patients facing cancer. Through our partnership with LLS, we've supported nearly 350,000 cancer patients nationwide. We're proud to be LLS's largest automotive donor.
Subaru and its retailers, like us, are continuing our support of education and high-needs schools in our communities through Subaru Loves Learning(R) by providing teachers across the country with funding to purchase the school supplies and resources they know are needed to help students thrive in the classroom. Through our partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org, Subaru and its retailers will have supported more than 470,000 students nationwide and are proud to be their largest corporate supporter.
Subaru believes all pets deserve a loving home. That's why Subaru and its retailers, like us, partner with a local animal shelter every October to provide direct financial assistance and host adoption events to help animals find loving homes. Through our partnership with local and national organizations, we have donated over $51 million, which has supported the adoption, rescue, transport, and health of over 420,000 animals. We're proud to be the largest corporate donor to the ASPCA.
Subaru and its retailers believe in giving back to our communities. That's why for every new vehicle sold or leased during the Subaru Share the Love event, Subaru and its retailers, like us, makes a donation to national charities that our owners care about and to over 2,100 local charities where Subaru owners live and work.
Now, after 15 years, Subaru and our retailers have donated over $256 million to charity all to give back and to make the world a better place.
At #1 Cochran, serving the greater good is deeply rooted in our DNA. From our history of supporting local charities and nonprofits to our dedication to volunteerism, we believe that giving back is the ultimate way to move our world forward.
Butler County Humane Society|Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley
Family House|Make A Wish Foundation|Ben Roethlisberger Foundation
Junior Achievement of W. PA|Center Township Elementary|A.E. O'Block Jr. High School
Braddock/North Braddock Revitalization
Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation|Butler Health System|Leukemia & Lymphoma SOciety
Subaru and #1 Cochran Subaru of Monroeville believe in making a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work. We uphold that belief through our Love Promise Community Commitment. Every month, we select inspiring stories from customers and partners from around our area who strive to support our collective commitment and feature them here.
Did you know that 92% of teachers in the United States have students whose families cannot afford school supplies, often requiring teachers to purchase resources using their own money. Every year, #1 Cochran Subaru partners with a local elementary school to provide school supplies and classroom care kits to incoming students. This year, we partnered with AdoptAClassroom.org and Dr. Cleveland Steward Jr. Elementary School (part of Gateway School District) and delivered 10 classroom supply kits. These will support over 250 students at the school and aid in the curriculum for their teachers. Subaru believes that all students deserve an equal opportunity for a quality education, and we are proud to be a part of the largest corporate supporter of AdoptAClassroom.org. In total, Subaru will have supported more than 750,000 students nationwide.
Allegheny Health Network Cancer Insititute of Forbes Hospital was thrilled to partner with #1 Cochran Subaru Monroeville for the blanket and pillow donations to our patients here at the clinic. We always looked forward to and loved working with you and your team. I was so moved by Jeff’s (the General Sales Manager) wife's story, and how she was a former patient here who successfully battled her way through treatment here at this facility. Thank you for choosing to work with us at AHNCI. We are so grateful to you!
Last week, #1 Cochran Subaru teamed up with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and AHN Cancer Insititute of Forbes Hospital to give warm blankets, patient care kits, and encouraging messages of hope, written by our team members and customers, to support patients facing cancer. 🏥 Additionally, we were able to donate $2,500 to blood cancer patients to help offset non-medical costs associated with treatment, such as transportation, food, housing, utilities, etc. through the LLS Urgent Need Program, Pediatric. By the end of this year, Subaru and its retailers will have supported nearly 350,000 cancer patients nationwide. And at #1 Cochran Subaru, we believe we everyone should have a chance to lead a healthy life. #1Cochran #SubaruLovesToCare #LLS #BloodCancer #Community #Pittsburgh
From the entire Family House team, we would like to thank #1 Cochran Subaru for their generous donation during this year's Share the Love Event. It was great to be partnered with such a wonderful organization and group of people for another year of Subaru's campaign. Family House serves as a home away from home for families of children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. With your generous contribution, we are able to provide physical comfort and emotional support to these individuals, free from financial concerns. We cannot thank you enough and we hope to partner again next year!
Each year, Subaru retailers across the nation participate in the Subaru Share the Love Event with select hometown charities of their choice. #1 Cochran Subaru Monroeville chose Family House, Inc. as their charity partner again for the 2023 calendar year. During this event, Subaru of America donates $250 to the hometown charity fund for every unit (car) sold at the dealership. Each dealer also contributes an additional $50 per unit sold. This year, #1 Cochran Subaru Monroeville surprised the staff of the Family House with a check presentation hosted in the dealership's showroom. Thanks to the contributions of loyal customers, Subaru of America and #1 Cochran Subaru Monroeville, they were proud to present a $32,661 donation to the community welfare organization. Members of Family House staff were thrilled to receive such a donation and their hearts were filled with gratitude. Here's to 2024!
The air crackled with nervous excitement as a busload of students from Upper St. Clair High School pulled into the gleaming showroom of #1 Cochran Subaru. Today was no ordinary field trip; they were attending the 2024 STEM Summit hosted by the Pittsburgh Technology Council, and #1 Cochran Subaru was their destination for an afternoon of automotive exploration. Greeted by enthusiastic staff, the students were led into the service bay, a hive of activity transformed into a learning zone. Here, the stars of the show were neither salespeople nor cars, but the unassuming technicians and the cutting-edge technology they wielded. The #1 Cochran Service team, renowned for their expertise, pulled back the curtain on the world of car maintenance. The advisors and technicians captivated the students with a demonstration of the new UV Eye technology. Unlike the traditional flashlight, this futuristic tool bathed the undercarriage of a Subaru Outback in an ethereal purple light. Sarah explained how the UV rays made even the faintest cracks and leaks fluoresce, allowing for a much more precise diagnosis. The students, many with phones out to capture the otherworldly scene, were wowed by this glimpse into the future of car repair. But the magic didn't stop there. The showroom floor awaited, and there, gleaming under the spotlights, stood the embodiment of that future – the all-new Subaru Solterra. The students clustered around the electric SUV, their questions a rapid barrage. The #1 Cochran sales team, well-versed in the intricacies of electric vehicles, patiently explained the Solterra's workings. The pop-up hood revealed a symphony of wires and components, a far cry from the gasoline engines the students were familiar with. They showed the students under the hood, pointing out the location of the electric motor and the battery pack, the heart of the Solterra. As the afternoon drew to a close, the students left #1 Cochran Subaru with a newfound appreciation for the world of STEM careers. They had witnessed the seamless blend of cutting-edge technology and time-tested expertise that keeps our cars running. The excitement was palpable – who knew that car maintenance could be this fascinating? Perhaps, for some, the seed of a future career in automotive technology had been firmly planted during their visit to the #1 Cochran Subaru STEM Summit.
On Monday, February 12th, six team members from #1 Cochran Subaru partnered with the Mount Ararat Community Center to execute the 2024 Subaru Loves to Help campaign. This initiative, backed by Subaru of America, aimed at fostering a world of love and hope by supporting organizations dedicated to helping communities in need. #1 Cochran is western Pennsylvania’s leading automotive retailer; they have acquired two Subaru dealerships located in Butler and Monroeville, PA. Both rooftops sent team members to the community center where they unloaded over 350 new winter coats for children and adults in the Pittsburgh community. This heartwarming moment not only provided warmth during this chilly season but also symbolized the warmth of compassion and community solidarity. The Mount Ararat Community Center is located in the heart of Pittsburgh, PA. There are over 100 children that circulate through the center daily. They are committed to providing various educational activities for the children while they are there, including those in the art department, science, music, STEM and everything in between. Ruth Clanagan is the Events & Community Services Coordinator for the organization. “The coat giveaway was wonderful,” Clanagan said. “During the event, we gave about 100 coats away and we will continue to hand out coats to community children and organizations that need them.” This event echoes #1 Cochran’s ongoing commitment to making a lasting difference in the local community. Not only did it fulfill an immediate need in the area, but also contributed to the world of love and hope that aligns with Subaru of America’s mission. The power of collaboration between businesses and community organizations is crucial to the success of fostering positive change.
Family House is once again honored to continue our invaluable partnership with #1 Cochran Subaru Monroeville and Subaru of America during the Share the Love event. This year, Subaru is helping Family House guests by collecting needed, nonperishable items at their Pittsburgh area location to distribute to the thousands of patients and families that stay at Family House each year. These generously donated items help to further Family House’s mission of providing a “home away from home” environment for patients needing medical treatment in the Pittsburgh area, and their families. Now in its 40th year of operation, Family House aims to reduce emotional and financial stress for patients and families arriving from all 50 states and from countries around the world to seek medical care and treatment at any of Pittsburgh’s healthcare systems by offering affordable, comfortable accommodations and compassionate hospitality. Whether its guests are receiving cancer treatments, trauma care, transplants, or some other form of medical care, Family House’s services provide families with the peace-of-mind to focus on the care of those closest to them. Family House is inspired by the support provided by Subaru, and grateful for its continued partnership. Every Family House staff member, volunteer, and guest appreciates the ongoing support and love from Subaru.
I got to take home my new best friend after the Trick or Treat Halloween event at #1 Cochran Subaru Monroeville with Animal Protectors. My new pup, Hank, was an available dog waiting to be adopted and I fell in love. Thank you Subaru and APOAV for holding this event and giving me the opportunity to meet Hank.
On 11/18 Cheyne Brooks, Parts and Service Advisor, volunteered on behalf of #1 Cochran Subaru Monroeville Service Advisor at McKeesport High School for the Pittsburgh Food Bank food distribution. Jim Hoffmann, our District Parts Service Manager, coordinated the effort. They both had a wonderful time helping our neighbors and listening and laughing to all ho attended. We love when our Subaru team LOVES what they do and shares that love in our community.
We can't thank #1 Cochran enough for their support at our elementary school. The boxes of supplies that arrived at the beginning of the year assisted us in making sure that our students started the year off on the right foot. The students and staff were so appreciative of the kindness shown by #1 Cochran. The students especially loved the crayons, white board markers, little toys, and pencils. Thank you so much for your generosity!
We at Animal Protectors are so thankful that #1 Cochran Subaru Hosted us for an event on 10/28/23! We had 2 staff members and 5 volunteers attend this Trunk or Treat Adoption Event- we also brought a few kittens, a cat, puppies and an adult dog with us! We allowed those who came to see us to fill out adoption applications, volunteer applications and foster applications if they were interested. This event was such a fun and great experience for the staff, volunteers and animals- we had many great laughs and we were able to make a few lifetime matches with a few adoptions. Everyone was so kind and gave our shelter animals so much love and attention. The puppies we brought were thrown out of a car window at 4 weeks of age and are now thriving at 14 weeks and full of energy! One of them Hank, was even adopted by one of the Subaru workers, he fell in love at first sight and took him home the same day! #1 Subaru Cochran also donated new owner adoption gift packages for all the animals that get adopted from our shelter. We are truly thankful for the continued generosity that Subaru gives us every year to our nonprofit animal Shelter, and we look forward to the oncoming years of working together!
Subaru donated blankets for transplant and oncology patients at West Penn Hospital. We are so grateful for this blessing for our patients. Many of our patients are using these blankets during their lengthy inpatient stays and they couldn't be more grateful for this donation. Thank you, Subaru! West Penn Hospital's oncology and cellular therapy department appreciates the generous donation!
Familylinks is one of the Pittsburgh area’s largest, most comprehensive, and most respected human service providers. The agency has served Western Pennsylvania for more than 65 years, bringing vital support services to the most vulnerable members of our community. To fulfill Familylinks’ mission to positively impact lives, we offer a continuum of 21 family-centered programs, including seven residential sites for youth and young adults. These individuals often come to us with few clothing or personal items. As part of the Subaru Loves to Help® initiative, #1 Cochran donated 12 boxes of socks for those we serve. These will go far to make someone feel comfortable and at home while they reside with Familylinks, especially as we enter the colder months. We are grateful for this generous gift and the continued support of #1 Cochran Subaru.
Family House is honored to have been chosen by #1 Cochran Subaru to participate in the Subaru Share the Love® Event. Now approaching 40 years of operation, Family House is a special "home away from home" for patients and their families who seek medical treatment in Pittsburgh. By offering affordable, comfortable, and compassionate hospitality, Family House aims to reduce emotional and financial stress for those who may be strangers to the city. Thousands of patients and families stay at Family House each year, arriving from all 50 states and more than 20 countries to seek medical care and treatment at any of Pittsburgh’s healthcare systems. Located within close proximity to Pittsburgh’s hospitals, Family House offers the comforts of home and convenience at affordable rates. Whether its guests are receiving cancer treatments, trauma care, transplants, or some other form of medical care, Family House’s services provide families with the peace-of-mind to focus on the care of those closest to them. At Family House, guests find respite after long days at the hospital and compassion from our staff and volunteers: they become a family, united in their journeys and similar circumstances, struggles, and triumphs. On behalf of every guest that comes through Family House’s doors, thank you to Subaru of America and #1 Cochran Subaru for your generosity and partnership.
We were greatly surprised with the generous donation from our local Subaru dealership. The Monroeville Subaru came to Cleveland Steward Elementary with boxes full of wonderful supplies. Each classroom was able to receive a package of Lysol wipes, a white board, markers, post-it notes, an eraser, colored pencils, and pencils. The school store also benefitted. The students will be able to earn pop-its, markers, and crayons. This donation came at a wonderful time of the year. Students will be so excited to see these wonderful offerings in the store. The teachers were also so grateful for the supply refresh. Additionally, the Adopt-a-Classroom donation is also most appreciated. We will be able to purchase additional materials for our school. Lastly, the seeds will be used to enhance our outdoor learning space. We are so grateful for your generosity. We wish you a very happy holiday season. We look forward to partnering with you again in the future. With Gratitude, Emily Levine
Shadow is a beautiful gray pit bull mix and yet another sad casualty of human cruelty that we see so often, was also brought to us as a stray. It appeared a band had been wrapped around her foot tightly for a long time, cutting off circulation and causing her immense pain. She could barely walk and, at our first evaluation we feared she would be facing an amputation. But following close care by our shelter veterinarian, we were surprised to find that we were able to save her foot and leg. But Shadow wasn’t done with surprises! What we thought was false pregnancy turned out to be two beautiful puppies that our brave little momma birthed. Today Shadow, her two babies, Jack and Sally are all looking for their forever homes and are healthy and happy. Thanks to Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley's partnership with #1 Cochran Subaru Monroeville, we were able to care for Shadow, Jack and Sally and so many more unwanted, abused and abandoned animals like them.
As a part of the #SubaruLovesToCare initiative, we teamed up with the The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and delivered blankets + arts and crafts kits to West Penn Hospital to be given to cancer patients during their treatment. We love to be able to care for our community and provide just a little bit of comfort.
Jeff Gessler, General Sales Manager of #1 Cochran Subaru visited Plum Community Center to help volunteers package gift bags for Meals on Wheels Clients. During the past year PCC Meals on Wheels volunteers Shared the Love by delivering over 15,000 meals and provided 432 hours of service. We were able to stuff gift bags with decorated wreaths, warm socks, hats, gloves and delicious goodies. Meals on Wheels allows people to remain in their homes. Our volunteers are trained to notice changes in condition and we can connect individuals to additional support if needed. We are grateful for the support of #1 Cochran Subaru of Monroeville for participating with us! The Share the Love Program brightens our holiday celebrations each year and provides grant funding that keeps our programs going. #ShareLove
#1 Cochran Subaru hosted an adoption event for our shelter on 10/19/21. Two volunteers and a staff member attended the event and brought a pair of bonded cats and a dog to be featured. Those who attended the event could fill out adoption applications for the animals that our kennel leads and administrative coordinator later followed up on.Katie Downey, a Kennel Associate who attended the event, said, "The Subaru Loves Pets event was awesome, a great experience for myself and the AP animals that came with! Lots of people got to meet them, ask questions, and, overall, everyone was so kind!” Bridgette, a mountain cur, and Helen and Jack, a bonded pair of cats, enjoyed their time away from the shelter at our on-site Subaru event. There was an application filled out for Bridgette that night, and Helen and Jack eventually went home on 10/28/21. #1 Cochran Subaru also donated adoption gift packages to the shelter--we're so thankful that we can send adopters home with both a new family member and a box of necessary supplies. #1 Cochran Subaru continues to be extremely generous to our nonprofit animal shelter, and we look forward to working with them every year.
On the behalf of Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank and the people we serve, thank you for your service at our drive-up food distribution held on May 15, 2021. Your support of the Food Bank’s mission allows us to provide access to healthy, nutritious food to families and individuals across Southwestern Pennsylvania. Drive-up distributions occur all over the greater Pittsburgh area and provide each family with 30 to 50 pounds of food. We are so appreciative for the volunteers from Subaru who helped load cars with boxes of food. Every car served represented one or more families from the McKeesport area who may rely on this monthly distribution for food support. Subaru helped serve 165 cars, who picked up 360 shares of food. In total, volunteers distributed 11,000 pounds of food. It is thanks to your efforts that we are able to continue to meet the need of individuals in McKeesport and surrounding areas who need food assistance. Again, thank you so much for your willingness to volunteer. It is because of people like you that we are closer to achieving our mission of a hunger-free community.
Family House is honored to have been chosen by #1 Cochran Subaru to participate in the Share the Love Campaign. With the continued support of #1 Cochran Subaru and Subaru of America, Family House has been able to remain open during the pandemic and meet the need for our unique services. Providing a safe, comfortable, convenient, and affordable place to stay for those who must travel to Pittsburgh for medical care because their treatment or procedure could not be delayed will always remain our number one priority. A recent guest shared the following note about her experience: “Coming (to Pittsburgh) from a small town, I was out of my league. Everyone here was kind, caring and helpful. It made a hard situation tolerable! I felt I got blessed by finding Family House. People went out of their way to help us!” Thanks once again to #1 Cochran Subaru and Subaru of America for your generous gift and steadfast support of Family House’s mission.
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank (the Food Bank) is honored to have been chosen by #1 Cochran Subaru to participate in the Share the Love Campaign. Due to the pandemic, our region as seen a 42 percent increase in food insecurity since 2018. In Allegheny County, that equates to 15 percent of residents. Through the Share the Love Campaign and the Rob and Christina Cochran Foundation, #1 Cochran Subaru’s contribution to the community helped provide one million meals to neighbors facing hunger. As Dale waits in his vehicle at a drive-up distribution for food assistance, he shares, “We've been out of work since the beginning of March. My girlfriend has been supporting me now, so I mean, all my bills are getting paid. My bank account is down to zero, just about. I got my (stimulus) check, but that took care of the rent and everything else. It's just tough, but we're getting by.”
#1 Cochran Subaru has been a consistent and generous supporter of Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley and our programs to help the people and pets in our community. Their financial and material donations have helped us improve the lives of our shelter pets, and provide support to families that may be struggling to care for pets at home. Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley takes pride in our commitment to serving the needs of our community. It is immeasurably helpful to have the support of partners like #1 Cochran Subaru that share in our vision of an Alle-Kiski Valley that cares for its pets and the people with whom they live.
Family House is honored to have been chosen by #1 Cochran Subaru to participate in the Share the Love Campaign. As a result of #1 Cochran Subaru and Subaru of America’s support, Family House continues to meet the demand for our unique services, particularly for those patients and caregivers who still must travel to Pittsburgh for medical care, even during the pandemic, because their treatment or procedure could not be delayed. One guest who recently stayed at Family House shared the following note about her experience:“Words are not sufficient to express our gratitude for your generosity. When my husband was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, our world was turned upside down. We suddenly found ourselves in a city far from home, family, and friends. Then the coronavirus hit. Finding Family House, with its clean, safe environment, was a true miracle and an answer to prayer. There is a special place in heaven for people like you who are willing to share their bounty with others.”Thanks once again to #1 Cochran Subaru and Subaru of America for your generous gift. Family House is able to fulfill its mission, providing our guests with safe, comfortable, and affordable accommodations.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) was honored when #1 Cochran Subaru selected us as a partner for their inspiring “Subaru Loves to Care” summer program for the fourth year in a row. On July 15, General Sales Manager Jeff Gessler and LLS Patient Access Manager Angela Austin traveled to Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC to personally deliver 80 blankets and 30 arts and crafts kits to make kids receiving treatment a little more comfortable. Cancer patients often have difficulty staying warm – a side effect that can be caused by their medication or the disease itself – making the blankets useful gifts even in the July heat. The arts and crafts kits contain crayons, markers, and more to help these young patients pass the time while in treatment. Along with these donations, Jeff brought personalized messages of hope for cancer patients written by #1 Cochran customers and employees during the month of June. LLS wishes to thank #1 Cochran Subaru for spreading love, hope, and warmth to pediatric cancer patients. We greatly appreciate #1 Cochran Subaru and Subaru of America’s support in making this program possible.
We at animal protectors of Allegheny Valley would like to thank Kevin James and the wonderful staff at Cochran Subaru, for sponsoring an event to raise money for our shelter. Kevin was one of the most caring individuals we have ever had the opportunity to work with. The support of the dealership was overwhelming. We received so many donations both monetary, food and supplies. They went above and beyond their commitment to show love to Our community and Shelter.
Cochran Subaru 030301 Cochran Subaru in conjunction with the Pittsburgh area Subaru retailers and Subaru of America made a $1,000 donation presented to Merakey Allegheny Valley School (Merakey AVS) in Coraopolis, PA. The donation was presented to Dorothy Hunter Gordon, Merakey AVS’ Executive Director, Development & Communications during the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Association’s sponsorship night. Dorothy said she is pleased to have Cochran Subaru, the Pittsburgh area retailers, and Subaru of America partner with Merakey AVS, a non-profit organization which provides homes and a full range of services to individuals with all levels of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). “The majority of the nearly 800 individuals we support are diagnosed with severe or profound IDD. In addition, most of the people we serve have multiple physical disabilities, extensive medical complications and may require supports for challenging behaviors. Merakey AVS operates facilities in nine Pennsylvania counties: Allegheny, Beaver, Bucks, Butler, Dauphin, Lebanon, Mercer, Montgomery, and Philadelphia. In the photo left to right: Merakey AVS Ambassador Tony, Merakey AVS Social Services Director Rita Christner, Merakey AVS Executive Director, Development & Communications Dorothy Hunter Gordon, Subaru of America Jim Hoffman, Merakey AVS Ambassador Liz, Merakey AVS Transportation Coordinator Ray Christner.
#1 Cochran Subaru recently partnered with LLS’s Western PA & WV Chapter to deliver warm blankets, messages of hope and craft kits to cancer patients at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC for the third straight year. General Sales Manager Jeff Gessler has joined LLS for each of those visits. This time, he was accompanied by Angela Austin from LLS and Hannah Williams from Children’s Hospital. The group personally delivered the blankets, cards, and craft kits to families waiting for treatment. One of the first boys they met, Brady, was staring out the window – it was a beautiful, sunny day. Angela asked him what he was thinking about, and Brady said that it was his birthday. He was hoping that when he went home after his treatment, he’d feel strong enough to go outside and play in the sunshine. Jeff shook Brady’s hand and said, “Man, you sure feel strong!” Everyone sang “Happy Birthday” as Jeff presented Brady with his blanket, craft kit, and message of hope. They opened the craft kit and played together until a nurse came in to talk to the family and the group had to step out. Because of #1 Cochran’s donation, Jeff, and the others were there to provide Brady with a special birthday moment he wouldn’t have had otherwise – a moment to remember. LLS is grateful to Jeff for being such a delight with all of the kids and to #1 Cochran Subaru for making this wonderful program possible! Many thanks to everyone at #1 Cochran and Children’s Hospital for their help, and for supporting LLS’s mission to cure blood cancers and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Pictured: Daeshawn G. and Jeff Gessler
A generous donation from #1 Cochran, made possible by Subaru's Share The Love campaign, has provided support for the Family House mission to provide temporary, affordable housing to patients and families who travel to Pittsburgh for medical care. Each year, Family House provides a home away from home for more than 22,000 guests. #1 Cochran has been a great Family House partner in the community for years and is one of the lead sponsors of its annual Polo Match at Hartwood Acres. This donation helps Family House to keep its room rates low for guests and to ensure that Family House doors stay open to all those in need. Thank you, #1 Cochran and Subaru!
Looking at Lauren’s radiant smile, you’d never suspect that she was sick or guess how nervous she was for her first day of treatment at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC on July 10. Luckily, she happened to be there on a special day. #1 Cochran Subaru was delivering boxes overflowing with craft kits and cozy blankets especially for the small warriors who are fighting the biggest enemy of their young lives: cancer. Jeff Gessler, General Sales Manager at #1 Cochran, distributed 80 blankets and 10 arts and crafts kits to families awaiting treatment, with help from Children’s Hospital staff members Erika and Denise. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) connected the dealership and hospital for the summer’s “Subaru Loves to Care” program, a nationwide initiative from Subaru of America that focuses on community health issues. When the group met Lauren in the waiting room, Jeff wanted to make sure she had a bright spot on such a nerve-wracking occasion. He gave Lauren her own blanket in case she got cold (many patients do), one of the art kits to keep her hands and mind busy while she waited, and asked her to take a photo with him. LLS wishes to thank Jeff for taking time out of his busy schedule to come out for this delivery, and for making Lauren and many other kids feel so special that day. We greatly appreciate #1 Cochran Subaru and Subaru of America’s support in making this program possible.
I'm now driving my fourth Subaru, a 2017 Legacy. I started driving my first Subaru in 1985, before moving here. The most recent two have been leased from your dealership. I have always been highly satisfied with the quality and durability of these vehicles and the dealer servicing that maintained them. This story, though, is about my appreciation for your cooperation with the National Wildlife Federation to restore more habitat locally. I've been a member of NWF, and I've been fortunate to own a property that includes part of an undeveloped woodland stream. This proximity enabled me to have my property certified by NWF as a "wildlife habitat." In the twenty years I've lived here, I've seen a redwing hawk perched in a pine tree behind my house, wild turkeys and deer in my yard, and an occasional hummingbird -- along with a variety of birds, squirrels, racoons, woodchucks, rabbits, chipmunks and butterflies. Allnof this has made the deck across the back of my house my favorite place to be. Thank you for your effort to expand opportunities for increasing the opportunities for your customers to enjoy similar experiences. Joe Marchesani
Join us in our Subaru Loves Learning initiative during the month of August! We are partnering with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in donating science books to Gateway Middle School in the Gateway School District. All of the books that will be donated have been recognized by AAAS as some of the best science books in their field. Contact us to learn more information.
We would like to thank our customers for participating in our E Waste Recycling event during the month of April. With your help, we were able to prevent 21,107 lbs of carbon emissions from polluting the atmosphere. This is equivalent to saving 809 trees, 3,589 gallons of gasoline, 30,599 plastic bottles, and 140,747 aluminum cans. Thank you for helping strengthen the Subaru Love Promise!
Throughout the month of April, we are hosting an E-Waste Recycling Event in our store to collect unwanted electronics. We've arranged to work with a company who will responsibly collect, re-purpose, and recycle your electronic waste. Help us protect our environment. Just show up with your E-Waste and we'll do the rest! The first 50 customers who contribute will receive a complimentary environmental badge of ownership. We will accept: LCD Monitors, Cell Phones, Laptops, Tablets, CRTs up to 40", Video Games/Consoles, Fax Machines, DVD/VCR Players, Printers, Computer Peripherals, Switches/Routers, Cords and Wires.
Pedal Pittsburgh is the region's largest bike ride and BikePGH's largest fundraiser. The event offers three routes of varying lengths that display some of Pittsburgh's breathtaking views, bike-friendly streets, and bike infrastructure. #1 Cochran Subaru has been a fantastic supporter of our event by promoting Pedal Pittsburgh on its social media pages and providing four Subaru's as SAG (support and gear) vehicles. Fatigued or injured riders depend on SAG vehicles, driven by volunteers and equipped with first aid kit, mechanics tools and a bike rack in case the rider needs to return to the Start/Finish area. By providing the use of the Subaru's #1 Cochran helped us ensure the safety of all Pedal Pittsburgh riders. Each year approximately 3,000 bicyclists from across the region participate in the event. The event provides an opportunity for cyclists of all ages and skill levels to take to the streets for a day of active, outdoor fun.
Thanks to the #1 Cochran Zoobaru (Subaru), the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium has been able to reach thousands more students than we ever have before. As part of the longstanding partnership between #1 Cochran and the Zoo, a Subaru Forester vehicle was graciously leased free of charge for use in the Zoo's educational outreach program. Our school and community outreach programs are a wonderful opportunity to educate young children about the wonders of wildlife and the importance of respecting the world around us. The Forester, which was renamed the #1 Cochran Zoobaru, provides a reliable, safe, and comfortable way to transport the Zoo staff and classroom animals to schools, up to 100 miles away. By introducing children to live animals, the Zoobaru helps the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium foster a love for wildlife that will help shape them into responsible stewards of the planet.
Did #1 Cochran Subaru of Monroeville go above and beyond, provide exceptional service, or support causes that are important to you? We'd love to hear about it.
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