The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is proud to announce that Advance Auto Parts, Inc., a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories, and maintenance items, and national JDRF corporate partner, has raised over $3.8 million in support of diabetes research in 2009. This year marks Advance’s 16th consecutive year of support for JDRF in the search to find a cure for type-1 (juvenile) diabetes. Advance has raised over $20 million for JDRF over the 16 year partnership.
“The Advance Auto Parts Team is proud to be a national partner of JDRF, and we are thrilled to have been able to donate $20 million over the course of 16 years to its race to cure diabetes,” said Darren Jackson, CEO of Advance Auto Parts. “Supporting JDRF is an important part of our company culture and the national campaign is an opportunity for our Team Members to give back to the communities in which they live and work.”
Throughout the year, Advance Team Members and customers are tireless in their efforts in support of diabetes research. Every September, the Company holds an annual JDRF “sneaker” sales program in more than 3,400 stores in 39 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Customers purchase paper “sneakers” for $1 and $5. In addition, the Company raised additional funds through its Store Support Center in Roanoke, Virginia and in distribution centers across the country by participating in local Walk to Cure Diabetes events, hosting golf tournaments, silent auctions, and other fundraisers. Advance also hosted its 1st annual Vendor Golf Tournament, which featured a golf clinic from PGA Tour pro golfer Paul Azinger and professional golf instructor Matt Killen. The first year tournament was an incredible success, raising over $1 million for JDRF in 2009. $3.8 million sets a new single year record for Advance Auto Parts.
“We appreciate the tremendous participation from both our do-it-yourself and commercial customers. Their contributions have helped Advance donate $20 million over the course of 16 years to diabetes research,” said Keith Oreson, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, and Chairman of the company’s JDRF campaign.
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