What is the Subaru Love Promise®?
The Subaru Love Promise® is our vision to show love and respect to all people at every interaction with Subaru. Subaru and our retailers believe every day gives us an opportunity to positively impact the world around us - by how we support each other, our customers, and our community. Together, we are committed to making the world a better place. The Love Promise is what makes Subaru More Than a Car Company® and a Subaru retailer More Than a Car Dealer®. It sets a standard that we are committed to living every day.
What is the Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment?
At Jenkins Subaru of Ocala, we believe in being a positive force in our community, not just with donations, but with actions that set an example for others to follow. We aim to make the world a better place through several key initiatives that help support and protect people, pets, and our planet:
How is Jenkins Subaru of Ocala dedicated locally to the Love Promise?
Jenkins Cares: Our vision is to be a leading automotive group within our industry, serving our customers, employees, and communities. As a leading automotive retailer, we are proud of our business recognitions and achievements. We are equally proud of our impact in giving back to our communities. We give back primarily through our focus areas, education, transportation related needs and the Arts.
Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL)
Public Education Foundation of Marion County, Ocala Springs Elementary School
Marion Senior Services & Hospice of Marion County
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
Love Promise Stories from Jenkins Subaru of Ocala
Subaru and Jenkins Subaru of Ocala 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
Love Promise- Blood Cancer United - Gabrielle D
Jenkins Subaru of Ocala partnered with Blood Cancer United® (formerly The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society) this year and Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute through the Subaru Loves to Care initiative. The partnership has involved delivering blankets, patient care kits, and messages of hope to cancer patients. On June 17, 2026, Jenkins Subaru of Ocala personally delivered these items to patients in treatment. We're so grateful for their ongoing support.
New Shoes, New Confidence, Endless Smiles - Brittany M
For the second year in a row, Subaru showed our Boys and Girls club members just how much their community cares. What may have seemed like a simple gift of shoes and socks meant so much more to the children who received them. Many of our youth were wearing shoes that were worn out, too small, or in desperate need of replacement. Seeing their faces light up as they picked out new shoes—and knowing they could walk into school feeling comfortable and confident—was incredibly moving. Even more meaningful was the time Subaru volunteers spent with each child, offering kindness, encouragement, and genuine care. The smiles, excitement, and pride our kids felt that day are something they still carry with them. Subaru's continued support has made a lasting impact on our youth, reminding them that they are seen, valued, and deserved of every opportunity to succeed. We're deeply grateful for this partnership and the difference it continues to make in the lives of our children.
Honoring a Legacy, One Wagging Tail at a Time - Nick C
For the past few years, Subaru and Volvo of Ocala have proudly partnered in a shared commitment to giving back to the community, proving that compassion extends far beyond the showroom floor. Their partnership has created opportunities to support organizations that make a real difference in the lives of people and animals alike. One of those organizations is VOCAL (Voices of Change Animal League), a local shelter dedicated to rescuing, caring for, and finding loving homes for animals in need. Their unwavering commitment to giving every animal a second chance makes them an invaluable part of our community. Inspired by both this partnership and a deeply personal reason, Jonathan chose to make a difference in his own way. He purchased and donated dog toys to VOCAL in memory of his father. He believed that even the smallest acts of kindness could brighten someone's day—or in this case, a dog's life. He has been doing this for several years now and his commitment is shinning through. Walking into the shelter with a box full of toys was about much more than a donation. It was about honoring his dad's legacy of generosity and compassion. Seeing tails wag with excitement and knowing those simple toys would provide comfort, enrichment, and joy to dogs waiting for their forever families was a powerful reminder that love never truly leaves us—it lives on through the kindness we share. The partnership between Subaru and volvo of ocala with Vocal has inspired many opportunities to give back over the last few years, but this gesture was something deeply personal. It wasn't part of his job description or a company event. It was simply one person choosing to carry forward the values of someone they loved and what Subaru stands behind. Sometimes, the biggest impact comes from the smallest gifts. A simple dog toy can provide comfort during uncertain times, spark play where there was once loneliness, and remind us that every act of kindness matters. In memory of his father, and with gratitude for organizations like VOCAL, I'm reminded that compassion has a ripple effect. One toy. One wagging tail. One lasting legacy.
Cats& Dogs: A Portrait of Devotion Event - Linda N
Over 150 community members came together in downtown Ocala for a special night celebrating the bond between people and their pets through the "Cats & Dogs: A Portrait of Devotion" exhibit. With adoptable puppies from VOCAL—like Butter, Hushpuppy, and Cornbread—welcoming guests, the evening blended creativity with a chance to change lives. As a proud sponsor, Jenkins Subaru of Ocala was honored to support an event where art, compassion, and community came together to help pets find loving homes and inspire meaningful connections.
10th Annual Furball - Linda N
One meaningful moment of that commitment came during the 2026 10th Annual Furball, held at the beautiful World Equestrian Center. As the presenting sponsor, Jenkins Subaru of Ocala was honored to partner with VOCAL (Voices of Change Animal League), an organization dedicated to improving the lives of animals in our community. Through the Subaru Share the Love Event, together with our customers, we raised an incredible $35,000 to support VOCAL's mission. This achievement reflects the generosity of our Subaru family and the power of coming together for a cause that truly matters. Wanting to make an even greater impact, our General Manager, Mark McArdle, stepped in with an additional $5,000 donation, further supporting VOCAL and the life-saving work they do every day. Moments like this remind us that the Subaru Love Promise is more than words—it's action. It's about showing up, giving back, and making a lasting difference, one paw, one person, and one community at a time.
Helping those in Need - Carl D
We serve dinner once a month at Interfaiths Women’s and Children’s Shelter. Jenkins Subaru Gm Mark Mcardle found out and said he would love to help us support those in need by paying for the food we cooked and Served. We can’t thank Mark enough for his generosity in helping the community
Jenkins Subaru of Ocala Loves Learning - Spencer S
Public Education Foundation of Marion County (PEFMC) believes that a strong public school system is crucial to the success of our community. PEFMC’s mission is to invest in, support and mobilize the students and staff of Marion County Public schools. PEFMC is a not-for-profit corporation organized to enhance education in our public school system- from pre-Kindergarten through vocational and adult education programs. When the PEFMC unexpectedly lost its primary sponsor, Jenkins Subaru of Ocala stepped in and was the sole sponsor of the annual Pop & Drop Drive Thru event. During the event, Marion County Public Schools teachers drive up, pop their trunks, and get back-to-school supplies for their classroom and students in need. Jenkins Subaru of Ocala’s $15,000 sponsorship helped nearly 1,000 teachers with school supplies to start the new school year. The sponsorship money will also assist the teachers throughout the year through the Tools 4 Teaching program. Through the Teacher Resource Store, district teachers can shop with them once a month and restock their classrooms and help their students to be equipped for academic success and best learning. This sponsorship will provide resources and support initiatives that create awareness, enthusiasm and positive results for our people, and the future of our community.
Jenkins Subaru of Ocala Team Supports Animals at VOCAL - Stu S
Jenkins Subaru of Ocala began a partnership last year with Voices of Change Animal League (VOCAL) to support their mission to solve the homeless pet problem through prevention, community outreach, adoption and collaboration. VOCAL’s Community Clinic and Resource Center provides practical support to “good Samaritans” who find stray animals and take them into their home and off the street. Jonathan Woodruff, a Service Advisor at Jenkins Subaru of Ocala, is a “good Samaritan” but in a different way. In a touching tribute to his late father’s legacy of selflessness and love of all animals, Jonathan recently donated over three hundred dollars’ worth of pet toys to VOCAL, helping over 60 dogs and cats that are awaiting a forever home. Jonathan was quietly researching animal shelters and rescues to donate to when we learned of his selfless act. Maybe as valuable as the gifted toys, Jonathan and fellow teammates from Jenkins Subaru of Ocala decided to dedicate their time playing with and nurturing these loving animals. And naturally, Jonathan has become a regular volunteer with VOCAL.
Humane Society of Marion County Celebrates Generous Partnership with Jenkins Subaru of Ocala - Aimee P
The Humane Society of Marion County (HSMC) is proud to highlight its ongoing partnership with Jenkins Subaru of Ocala, a relationship that began in November 2022 and continues to make a profound difference for animals in need. As a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, HSMC relies on community generosity to provide care and shelter for homeless pets. During the 2024–2025 Share the Love event, the team at Jenkins Subaru once again demonstrated their unwavering commitment to animal welfare by presenting HSMC with a donation of $28,288.70. These funds will directly impact countless animals in Marion County and beyond. The Jenkins Subaru team never hesitates to help, and we are truly grateful for their compassion and dedication. The Humane Society of Marion County is honored to stand beside Jenkins Subaru of Ocala as a valued community partner, united in the mission to give every animal the chance for a safe, loving home.
Jenkins Subaru of Ocala Teams Up to Support Local Community - Karen D
Imagine going without a coat, shoes, or even socks. For millions of children and adults experiencing homelessness and other urgent need situations across the country, even here in Ocala, this is a harsh reality. Helping others strengthens communities, which is why Jenkins Subaru of Ocala is partnering with Operation Warm®, a national nonprofit focused on connecting children with the resources they need to thrive. Through this partnership and other Subaru Loves to Help® efforts, Subaru and retailers like Jenkins Subaru of Ocala have helped nearly 900,000 children and adults in urgent need. On 02/13/2025, Jenkins Subaru of Ocala donated 300 shoes/socks to Boys & Girls Club of Marion County. These essential items not only help keep children protected, warm, and dry, it can have a significant impact on a child's mental and emotional well-being.
