DriveTime & Girl Gang Garage Donate Refurbished Van to Maggie’s Place
Ten women volunteered 250 hours to restore van for women in need…
On Saturday, March 29, DriveTime, in partnership with Girl Gang Garage, donated a fully refurbished van to Maggie’s Place. This donation marks the culmination of the Women for Change initiative, a collaboration between DriveTime, Girl Gang Garage and Maggie’s Place, designed to empower and uplift women in need, according to a press release.
Refurbished by Women for Women
Last summer, 10 women from various Reconditioning Centers and SilverRock joined Bogi at Girl Gang Garage to contribute over 250 hours of their time to benefit women in need with a vehicle build. The success of this project was made possible through the generosity of U Pull U Pay, which donated the van, and Advance Auto Parts, which provided essential parts for the refurbishment. Their contributions ensured that the vehicle was restored to a safe and reliable condition, ready to serve the mothers and children of Maggie’s Place.
“At DriveTime, we believe in creating opportunities that improve lives,” said Robyn Jordan, head of people at DriveTime. “Partnering with Girl Gang Garage and Maggie’s Place allowed us to make a tangible difference in the lives of women and families. This van is more than a vehicle; it symbolizes empowerment, independence and hope.”
Maggie’s Place Event
Maggie’s Place provides safe housing and a nurturing environment for homeless pregnant women, equipping them with resources and support to thrive. The organization’s CEO, Laura Magruder, expressed her gratitude for the donation and the collective effort that made it possible.
“Maggie’s Place is honored to be the recipient of this van, refurbished by women for women,” said Magruder. “I want to thank everyone involved, including DriveTime, Women for Change and Bogi’s Garage, as well as the many women who volunteered numerous hours to complete this project. We appreciate the community support we receive for our moms and their babies.”
The event took place at Maggie’s Place headquarters, where the van was officially presented to the organization. Attendees had the opportunity to see firsthand the impact of this collaboration and celebrate the dedication of all involved.
