(Source) We are excited to announce that Cheryl Sutterfield-Jones has joined Cars for Kids as our new CEO! With decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, Cheryl’s passion for serving others and driving change makes her the perfect fit to lead our mission of helping children build better futures.

Cheryl has an impressive background, having served as President of the JPS Foundation, CEO of the North Texas American Red Cross, and President and CEO of the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center, among other roles. She’s a recognized leader in nonprofit management and has been honored with numerous awards, including the Dr. Kenneth Cooper Lifetime Achievement Award and Agency Executive of the Year by the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas.

In her own words, Cheryl shared, “I am honored to join Cars for Kids as its new CEO. Through its charity car donation programs, this organization has helped thousands of children to build better futures.”

With Cheryl at the helm, we are excited to continue turning vehicle donations into life-changing opportunities for at-risk youth. At Cars for Kids, 100% of net proceeds from every car donation go directly to the kids, ensuring maximum impact on their education and success.

In observance of the Indigenous Peoples' Day holiday, Cars for Kids offices will be closed on Monday, October 14th. Our team will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, October 15th.

We encourage anyone looking to donate a vehicle or inquire about our services to visit our website at www.carsforkids.org or call us at 866-835-5437 for any questions.

Learn more about Indigenous People's Day here.

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Eric Kendricks made a special visit today to Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove in support of Cars for Kids and the school’s efforts to provide a second chance for at-risk youth. The event was a huge success, with students getting the opportunity to meet one of their football heroes and hear firsthand about the importance of perseverance, education, and following their dreams.

Eric Kendricks, known for his passion for cars, was excited to be part of the event. “I’ve always had a love for cars, and to see how something as simple as a car donation can change a kid’s life here in Dallas is truly special,” Kendricks said. “I’m proud to be a Dallas Cowboy, and being able to support the community that supports me means everything. I relate to these kids in so many ways—growing up, I had challenges too. My goal is to inspire them to chase their dreams, no matter what obstacles they face.”

Kendricks spoke to the students about his journey, offering words of encouragement, and emphasized the importance of education as a tool for success. The event provided inspiration to students who may face challenges in traditional school settings, reminding them that success is possible with hard work and support.

“Today’s event was a resounding success, and we’re incredibly grateful for Eric’s involvement,” said Rudy Oeftering, Board Chair at Cars for Kids. “We look forward to the positive impact this will have on Texans Can Academies and the students. The support from both Eric and Cars for Kids will continue to help these students achieve their dreams beyond graduation.”

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At Cars for Kids, we are proud to support at-risk students in Texas through our partnership with Texans Can Academies (TCA). Since our founding in 1992, Cars for Kids has raised millions of dollars to help TCA provide crucial resources to students who need a second chance at education.

On July 31, 2024, we were thrilled to donate $850,000 to TCA, which will be used to enhance student services, including counseling, tutoring, and career readiness programs. With 12 campuses across Texas, Texans Can Academies offer a unique educational opportunity for students who are at-risk, have dropped out, or have special needs that aren’t being met in traditional school settings.

Our mission goes beyond raising funds—it’s about changing lives. Take the story of D'Karington Chaney, for example. After dropping out of high school at 17 to care for his mother, he wanted to return to school but needed to continue working. Thanks to the support of Cars for Kids and Texans Can, D'Karington graduated in 2023 while also working with Cars for Kids, helping prepare vehicles for auction. Today, he is part of our team, and his future looks brighter than ever.

Another success story is William Hollins, who struggled in a traditional high school environment but thrived at Texans Can. After graduating a year early, William went on to serve in the U.S. Army and is now on his path to becoming a corporate litigation attorney.

Stories like these are why we continue to work tirelessly to support education and at-risk students. If you’d like to be part of this journey, consider donating your car or making a cash donation.

We are thrilled to announce that Dallas Cowboys Linebacker, Eric Kendricks, will be making a special guest appearance at Texans Can Academies in support of Cars for Kids!

The event will take place on:

• 📅 Date: Monday, September 30
• ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
• 📍 Location: Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove 1227 N Masters Dr, Dallas, TX 75217

During the event, Eric will tour the campus, meet with students, and speak about the importance of education, perseverance, and giving back to the community. His appearance is a great opportunity to further strengthen our community outreach and reinforce the incredible work we’re doing at both Texans Can Academies and Cars for Kids.

Don’t miss out on this exciting event!

Come be a part of this memorable experience as we continue to drive change and support at-risk youth in our community.

Together, we can make a difference!

We invite you to join us for this memorable occasion and show your support as we work together to inspire at-risk youth across Dallas.

Starting October 5th, Cars for Kids Auctions will now be hosted on the first and third Saturday of each month. This change is part of our ongoing commitment to offer a better selection of vehicles for our valued customers like you!

By adjusting the auction schedule, we’ll have more time to curate high-quality vehicle options, ensuring you have the best selection possible when you participate in our auctions.

Mark your calendars for October 5th and join us as we kick off this exciting new chapter. We can’t wait to see you at our upcoming auctions!

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you at the auction!

We are excited to share that Rudy Oeftering, Chairman of the Board at Cars for Kids, recently joined Kenny on KLBJ 99.7FM's Local Insights program to discuss the incredible work Cars for Kids is doing in collaboration with Texans Can Academies in Austin. The Local Insights program highlights the efforts of local non-profits and their commitment to making a positive impact on the community.

During the interview, Rudy shared insights into how Cars for Kids, through the generous donations of vehicles, is able to support Texans Can Academies in providing at-risk youth with the resources they need to stay in school and graduate. Texans Can Academies, with the help of Cars for Kids, continues to provide a lifeline to students who may have otherwise fallen through the cracks in traditional school settings.

Through this partnership, students receive counseling, tutoring, and access to career readiness programs, all designed to help them overcome their personal challenges and pave the way to a brighter future.

Tune in to Local Insights every week on KLBJ 99.7FM, where local non-profits like Cars for Kids share their stories and highlight their efforts to improve the community.

Stay tuned for more updates from Cars for Kids and Texans Can Academies on how we continue to drive change and make a difference in the lives of at-risk youth.

We regret to inform you that today's auction has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Our next auction will take place on September 7, 2024, at 9:00 AM CST.

We hope to see you there and look forward to your participation.

Please be advised that our offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day Weekend. We will be closed from Friday, August 30th at 2:00 PM through Monday, September 2nd. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 3rd.

If you need immediate assistance, please visit our website or contact us via email, and we will respond as soon as possible when we return.

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Labor Day Weekend!