North Country Subaru 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 Queensbury, this is a harsh reality. Helping others strengthens communities, which is why North Country Subaru 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 North Country Subaru have helped nearly 900,000 children and adults in urgent need. On 01/22/2025, North Country Subaru donated 504 coats to Tri-County United Way. 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.
Lucky Puppy Best Day Ever at North Country Subaru - Rebecca E
North Country Subaru has partnered with The Lucky Puppy Rescue, our local animal welfare organization located in Argyle, NY to help support shelter pets in our community through the Subaru Loves Pets® initiative. Lucky Puppy Rescue planned to bring several of it's available pups to North Country Subaru during Subaru Love's Pets Campaign for National Make A Dogs Day in October. Last year, approximately 6.5 million animals entered shelters in the U.S, according to the ASPCA®. Many of these animals live day after day without the love of a family or a home. Subaru and its retailers like us believe all pets deserve a loving home and thats why we are the largest corporate donor to the ASPCA. Subaru and its retailers like us believe all pets deserve a loving home and thats why we are the largest corporate donor to the ASPCA. The Lucky Puppy Rescue was a fortunate recipient of ASPCA funding for the first time in 2024. North Country Subaru hosted an adoption event, food and supply drive and employees volunteered their time and laps to welcome our pups on October 19th. Through this effort, we were able to support six dogs to be adopted, donation of new pet parent kits and Suba-chew toys and countless bags of much needed dog food, leashes, chew bones and treats for our pups back at the shelter. On the day of the event, a last minute swap was made by a Lucky Puppy Volunteer who would be attending the event. She decided her favorite and long-time resident of the shelter, Zander should attend instead of one of the young pups. She thought it might be his lucky day and that turned out to be the case. Zander, an adult hound mix who spent over 80 days in the shelter got his last ride in the shelter van when he hopped on to attend the event at North Country Subaru. A couple who attended noticed that he was so calm and well behaved in a crowd of people, he played nicely with the young pups who had tons of energy and excitement for the event and he walked so gently on the leash when they took him for a trial walk around the dealership. Zander headed back to the shelter only briefly for his official adoption paperwork to be completed and found a loving home thanks to the Subaru Loves Pets event and we cant thank them enough for their hospitality, generosity and for all of the pets and love they showed our pups.
Healing Horse Tales - Krista S
This love promise story comes from a place in my heart of overwhelming gratitude. I am a 30+ year Physical Therapist who did not grow up around horses. After my husband passed away 6 years ago, I began searching for new areas to grow, and found myself volunteering at A Dapple A Day Equine Center( ADADEC). This is where my journey begins- shoveling out stalls, sidewalking for the owner during her therapeutic riding sessions, and various horse care. I quickly became drawn to the special healing touch that the horses instilled on clients, as well as on myself. I wanted to be a part of this healing resource and join in with this amazing barn family. I wanted to learn as much as I could about horses. From there, I began pursuing a specialty in utilizing the horse's coordinated, rhythmic movements in Physical Therapy. I earned my National Certification through the American Hippotherapy Association. Once I became certified, I gradually started establishing my LLC with plans to begin offering services at ADADEC. However, I realized that I needed adaptive equipment for clients . This was daunting because adaptive equipment is expensive and this was a new environment which I had no funding. I learned about The Under the Woods Foundation through a colleague, and I applied with my " Wish List". I never expected my wish to be granted.... so when I discovered that A Dapple A Day was selected, I was overjoyed! I then shared the news with the owner of ADADEC and my therapy team. Your gift provided the physical support for the client, and mentally, boosted my confidence and motivation as a new PT in this arena. My therapy team was thrilled as well, which positively impacted the whole unit. Because of your generosity, one of our clients, who is not able to hold onto reins due to having hemiplegia, is able to be stable and centered through the use of a surcingle. The surcingle provides her midline support in which she is able to work on a variety of exercises. Additionally, she is able to work on sit to stand transitions while only being on a bareback pad with adjustable stirrups. Due to the ability to use the bareback pad, with the support of the surcingle, she completes 10 repetitions of sit <-> stand transitions. Bareback pads are ideal because, the client receives the horse's input more effectively than in a saddle. The adjustable stirrups allow the ideal position to experience weight bearing through her affected side. With this safe, optimal positioning, she is receiving the most beneficial form of input which improves her overall weightbearing, strength, balance, and coordination. Other items which were gifted included balance equipment- balance beams, stepping wedges , which are used as assessment tools for the preliminary Physical Therapy evaluation. Positioning wedges will be used for seating and a gait belt to ensure safety while on the horse. A double handle surcingle has been purchased and will be used as one of my client progress. ( I have not been able to take any photographs with the client that uses the surcingle, however, I have attached a photo of one of our volunteers using the surcingle. The other pictures are of one of my clients using the bareback pad only . He will be using stirrups when he progresses with his strength and stability. *** Please note, I have worked to adjust the size of the submitted photographs, however, could not fit to scale. I did include them for you to be able to see the bareback pad and the positioning.***) Ultimately, my dream and passion is to grow in my practice in order to be able to provide healing for a variety of clients with multiple diagnoses, ranging in age. Research indicates that the use of equine movement improves overall coordination, balance, strength, functional mobility, and motor planning. The horse provides 3,000 repetitions over a 30 minute session. As a clinician , I can not manually provide 3,000 repetitions in 30 minutes. I have witnessed the success during my final course in Indiana with our assigned client. I am so very excited to be able to provide this amazing service to our community and my aim is to continue to learn , develop , and grow as a Physical Therapist in this field. Your amazing gift has enabled me to set forth on a firm foundation with safe and effective adaptive and assessment equipment. I am humbled and honored to be a recipient. I would invite you to come to our barn to witness the sessions. You are making a significant difference in children's lives. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Respectfully, Krista Strafford, PT AHCB Hippotherapy Certified Therapist
My Subaru Family - Linda D
I moved to the Queensbury area in 1989 and was driving a Subaru then. I looked for a dealer in the area and found North Country. My first visit there and it felt like home. There was something about the people who worked there and the owners that made everyone welcome. I traded my older Subaru in and bought a new one that year. That was the start of my extended Subaru family. Since that time I have never driven anything but a Subaru and have never bought one from a dealership other than North Country. They have been there for myself and now all of my family. The retention that they have with their employees speaks volumes for their honesty and business ethics. I serve on a Board of Directors that awarded an Ethics in Business award in the area and North Country won the award in the early years and was consistently nominated year after year by community members for the next 7 years. There are many ways they have touched the lives of folks in our area without seeking credit for doing so. I can truly say I love my dealership as much as my car.
Eric Lendrum and North Country Subaru Commitment to Community - Christian W
Eric Lendrum is a man who believes in the power of community. As the proud co-owner of NorthCountry Subaru, he has a reputation not only for his exceptional customer service but also for his deep commitment to giving back. His dealership, isnt just a place where people come to buy cars; its a reflection of the values Eric holds dearhonesty, integrity, and a strong sense of responsibility to the world around him. Eric understands that his success isnt just about selling carsits about creating relationships, building trust, and finding ways to make a positive impact on the lives of those around him. His passion for helping others extends beyond the walls of his dealership, and he quickly becomes known as a pillar of support in his community. The Common Roots Foundation, is a local nonprofit that works to support various causes and initiatives in the region and founded with the mission to support local efforts that promote community wellness and environmental stewardship, and assist those in times of need. The Common Roots Foundation has become a hub for local volunteers, activists, and leaders to come together and make a real difference. They are especially known for their fundraising events, which include a disc golf tournament, a 5k running race, and support for a mountain bike race that attract participants from all over. For years, Eric has been one of the foundations most dedicated supporters. He doesnt just donate moneyhe donates his time, his energy, and his love for the community. Every year, without fail, Eric makes sure to contribute a generous amount to help cover event costs, purchase prizes, and ensure that every race and tournament goes off without a hitch. He often rolls up his sleeves and joins in on the action. On race day for the mountain bike events, Eric is there at the starting line, greeting racers and making sure they have everything they need for their ride. He engages with participants, cheers them on, and makes them feel like they are part of something bigger than just an event. His donations, whether monetary or of his time, are never about recognition. For Eric, the greatest reward comes from knowing that his contributions help make a real impact. The proceeds from the events fund scholarships, support local schools, and provide meals to families in need. Its not just about raising moneyits about uplifting the community, fostering a spirit of unity, and creating opportunities for everyone to thrive. As the co-owner of North Country Subaru, Eric remains the same humble man, whose legacy isnt just built on cars, but on the lives he touches and the difference he makes. For him, success is not measured in profit margins or sales figuresits measured in the smiles of children getting their first scholarships, in the athletes crossing the finish line, and in the knowledge that, together, they are all growing something far greater than they could have ever imagined.
Jackson Heights - Ryan E
Northcountry Subaru's incredible support has continued to grow our school's learning environment across every grade level. Their generosity has touched each student through investments in education. Our youngest learners now explore with learning toys and STEM activities that spark curiosity, while first-grade classrooms are equipped with essential materials like construction paper, flexible seating, and math manipulatives that help make learning engaging. Second-grade students benefit from expanded classroom library resources and innovative learning tools, and third-grade classrooms now feature flexible seating and learning manipulatives that support diverse educational needs. This support goes beyond physical materials it's about believing in our students' potential and strengthening the future of Glens Falls. Northcountry Subaru has shown that true community support means investing in our children's growth, creativity, and learning potential. Their commitment demonstrates how local businesses can make a profound difference in education, one classroom at a time.
Thunder 5k Run/Walk - Melissa D
The Glens Falls Civic Center Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) with the goal of providing funds for capital improvements to the Cool Insuring Arena. It was founded in June of 2003 by Paul Pontiff. Paul was a founding member of the Glens Falls Civic Center Foundation in 2003 because, like all of his charitable pursuits, he saw a need in the community and instinctively wanted to help. He had a vision to gather community leaders to devote their expertise and efforts to fundraising in support of capital projects at the Glens Falls Civic Center (now known as the Cool Insuring Arena). Paul was a tremendous and tireless leader who was able to garner the support of our community to help preserve and improve the arena, which he considered one of our communitys greatest assets. He was the founder and first President of the Foundation but, more importantly, he worked side by side with his fellow board members to ensure the Foundations success from 2003 until his passing. Paul loved hockey, Glens Falls, and the Warren County area and would do anything he could to see that the three joined forces and were successful. Today we continually raise funs to help support the arena and updates. A couple of the updates include safety netting behind hockey goals, safety handrail, seat replacement, improvements to Heritage Hall including bathrooms. We have also donated tickets to the Glens Falls Youth Center and Big Brother Big Sisters so everyone can come and enjoy a night out and some hockey. North Country Subaru has continually supported our yearly Thunder 5k Run/Walk and there generous sponsorship has made our event a successful. Personally I am highly involved in the community and North Country Subaru is always willing to help out and give there support not only financially but volunteer and participant in events.
North Country Subaru Partners With The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Daniela V
Every three minutes, a person in the U.S is diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma, or myeloma - blood cancers that often requires patients to endure difficult treatments that leave them feeling weak, cold, and isolated. Since 2016, Subaru has partnered with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) to provide warmth, love, and relief by delivering over 230,000 blankets along with patient care kits and encouraging messages of hope. North Country Subaru delivered 80 blankets and 50 patient care kits to C.R. Wood Cancer Center of Glens Falls Hospital. We are proud to continue this partnership and look forward to many years to come. Thank you all for your continued support to our patients!
World Ride Mountain Bike Movie Night - Hyla K
In April 2023, North Country Subaru sponsored a mountain bike movie night at a local theater to benefit World Ride, a non-profit dedicated to empowering women globally through mountain biking. Through these movie nights and other fundraisers, World Ride is able to train and employ female guides, build and maintain a bike "library" to provide bikes for social rides, and cover travel expenses for female athletes to attend races. On top of covering the expense of the theater, North Country also provided goody bags at the door for all attendees plus popcorn, drinks, desserts and a raffle prize. Around 80 people were in attendance and the event was a hit!
North Country Subaru and SUNY Adirondack-Partners on the Road to Community Success! - Rachael P
We're so appreciative of Tyler and Eric and the entire North Country Subaru team for their support of the SUNY Adirondack Foundation's Lyman A Beeman Golf Outing. This is SUNY Adirondack's Foundation's largest fundraiser each year - allowing the us to provide nearly $450,000 in scholarship support annually as well as continue the good work of SUNY Adirondack CARES, which provides emergency grants to students to alleviate unforeseen financial emergencies that threaten their ability to remain enrolled in coursework. Thank you North Country Subaru for being a part of the generous support our local business community provides and partnering with us on the road to success for our entire region.
Sweet Scarlett - Brooke M
Through our partnership with North County Subaru and their wonderful generosity to us year after year, the North Shore Animal League Adirondack Region saw a whopping 34 kittens and cats embark on their happy trails in October; getting adopted into loving families. We celebrated with each and every one, but the cat that we were particularly overjoyed for was Scarlett. Meet small, but mighty Scarlett, weighing in initially at 4.56 lbs. and desperately needing our help. She had been discarded on the side of the road in a carrier during the cold winter month of February 2023. We immediately intervened medically to warm her up and set her up for a pathway of recovery. Skittish at first, she had a loud meow and a precarious disposition. It took a few months of slow yet steady progression to figure out her diet and health concerns. Our staff worked with her to diagnose her medical issues while volunteer socializers exposed her to positive interactions with people. She blossomed into a friendly girl on her terms who loves to be pet and curl up on a warm lap. She developed a new appreciation for life, which so warmed our hearts to see! We could tell she wanted a quiet house, a loving home and an adopter all her own. Months later, still on the small side, at 5.82 lbs. she did her best to show off to potential adopters, greeting those lucky enough with rubs and head bumps. On October 16th, 2023, Scarlett found herself being looked at by a nice lady in need of companionship. She saw Scarlett and instantly fell in love. The rest is history. Currently she is dozing on her new owner's lap and enjoying the rest of her days lazing around the windows looking at the birds. She sits regularly in her cat tree, always talking to her new owner and ruling her roost. It took Scarlett a little bit longer to be adopted than others, but she has found her forever home and we could not be happier for her!
North Country Subaru donations outfit 15 classrooms at Jackson Heights! - Carrie M
The Jackson Heights school community was overwhelmed once again by the generosity of the North Country Subaru Learning Love event! 15 teachers were awarded $500 each to purchase classroom items from reading cards, to organization bins, to white boards and more. students in a classroom holding up books Mrs. Shpurs class enjoying their new books The generous donation from North Country Subaru helped purchase non-fiction books that are age appropriate for my young students, said Kindergarten teacher Christy Sphur. We were also able to get craft supplies and other learning tools that have enhanced math and ELA instruction. Awarding the funding to individual teachers allowed each classroom to load up on materials that meet unique needs for each grade level. For example, third grade teacher Liz Gross was able to put her donation towards multiplication and division tiles to help students practice their math more effectively. students building with lego robotics sets provided with funding from Subaru. The tiles are stackable and the kids love calling out the answers, said Mrs. Gross. Another item I was able to order was hands-on literacy centers. These centers are great because the kids are practicing various literacy skills and having fun while doing them. UPK teacher Sue Williams said her funding from North Country Subaru went towards letter building kits, climbing steps, and a new magnetic board for her students to use. She echoed the sentiment all Jackson Heights Elementary teachers were feeling. A HUGE thank you for their continued support towards our childrens education!
Brooks BBQ Fundraiser - Karen W
North Country Subaru sponsored and hosted Brooks BBQ Fundraiser to support access to counseling for those unable to afford services.
Common Ethos - Bert W
At Common Roots Brewing Company, one of our core beliefs is that we are better when we all work together and support one another. Especially critical to our business has been the ability to seek community business partners that share in a common ethos to help each other in times of need. Our good friends at North Country Subaru have been that reliable partner that we can always lean on for support and inspiration. After our business suffered a devastating fire in 2019, we learned first-hand how important and humbling it is to have the support of ones community. In the months that followed that fire, we established the Common Roots Foundation as the not-for-profit arm of our brewery. We modeled it after our businesses founding principles of promoting an active lifestyle, supporting environmental stewardship, creating a more just and inclusive community, and helping others in crisis. Since the fire and in our mission to pay it forward, we have now donated well over $100K in grants to support other organizations and individuals that align with our vision to help lift our community to a better place. None of this would have been possible without the support of our members and key business partners like North Country Subaru. They have been alongside us in almost every fund raiser and event that weve hosted or participated in, and we look forward to many more future collaborations. While the brand Subaru is synonymous with quality and reliability, all of us at Common Roots Brewing Company and the Foundation have learned first-hand that Subaru is more than just a car company. We are extremely proud of our partnership with North Country Subaru and look forward to future collaborations that support our mutual goals to show more love and respect in our community and beyond. And here is a photo of our companys sales car! Cheers, Bert Weber Common Roots Brewing Company Common Roots Foundation
Subaru Loves to Care with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Brooke H
In a heartwarming partnership, North Country Subaru and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) have combined forces to make a tangible difference in the lives of those undergoing cancer treatment. North Country Subaru has proven to be a beacon of generosity and care, demonstrating a genuine commitment to our shared mission of creating a world free from blood cancer. Together, with the support of Glens Falls Hospital, North Country Subaru has generously contributed 80 comforting blankets to the patients who are undergoing treatments, often spending long hours in the infusion center. These blankets serve as a symbol of warmth and solidarity, enveloping patients with a sense of comfort during their journey towards recovery. Recognizing the significance of easing the journey for patients, North Country Subaru has generously offered 30 patient care kits. These kits encompass essential items that enhance the comfort and well-being of patients during their hospital stays. These thoughtfully curated care kits provide not only practical support but also convey a message of care and understanding. Moreover, the outpouring of love and encouragement from Subaru customers has been truly heartening. Their heartfelt messages of hope and inspiration, collected by North Country Subaru, have been a source of comfort and strength for the patients at Glens Falls Hospital. These messages remind patients that they are supported by a caring community, and that they are not alone in their battle. LLS extends its deepest gratitude to the entire North Country Subaru family for embodying the spirit of compassion and for standing by us in our commitment to eradicate blood cancer. Your dedication serves as a powerful example of what can be achieved when a community rallies together to make a difference. The impact of your support reaches far beyond the material contributions; it is a testament to the strength of human connection and the capacity for kindness. On behalf of the patients, their families, and the entire LLS community, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to North Country Subaru. Your partnership demonstrates that together, we can illuminate the path towards healing, hope, and a future free from blood cancer.
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