The 2025 Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment Award
We are honored to be nationally recognized by Subaru of America, Inc. for our dedication to our community, and the Subaru Love Promise.
The 2025 Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment Award recognizes elite Subaru retailer who provide an exceptional customer experience at every interaction with Subaru. These retailers have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to supporting passions and causes in their local communities in important areas such as environment, community, health, education, and pets.
Here at Subaru, we love our community as much as we love our vehicles and are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of all of our customers and neighbors.
What is the Subaru Love Promise?
Subaru and our retailers believe in making the world a better place and the Subaru Love Promise is our vision of respecting all people. This is our commitment to show love and respect to our customers and to work to make a positive impact in the world.
How is Annapolis Subaru dedicated locally to the Love Promise?
At Annapolis Subaru, our Love Promise to the Annapolis area can be seen in our proud support and sponsorship of many of our great local organizations. We're grateful not only to be a part of the Annapolis community, but to serve it as well.
SPCA of Anne Arundel County
Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Chesapeake Bay Trust, Barrels By The Bay
Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park
Anne Arundel Medical Center, Believe In Tomorrow, Lighthouse Shelter
AAMC Blood Donor Center, Anne Arundel Medical Center, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Love Promise Stories from Annapolis Subaru
Subaru and Annapolis Subaru 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
Annapolis Subaru donated to The Ulman Foundation - Shelby P
Annapolis Subaru has partnered with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and Ulman Foundation through the Subaru Loves to Care initiative. The partnership has involved delivering blankets and messages of hope to the patients at Ulman Foundation. On 6/30/2025, employees from Annapolis Subaru personally delivered these items to patients in treatment and/or hospital staff.
Annapolis Subaru Supports Anne Arundel County Community Action Agency - Eli T
Imagine having to go 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 Annapolis this can be a harsh reality. Helping others is the key to a strong community which is why Annapolis Subaru believes in helping to support individuals and families in urgent need. This season, for our Subaru Loves to Help® initiative, we are partnering with Operation Warm®, a national nonprofit focused on connecting children with the resources they need to thrive. Through this partnership and other historical Subaru Loves to Help efforts, Subaru and retailers like us will have helped nearly 900,000 children and adults in urgent need so far. On 1/10/25, Annapolis Subaru partnered with Anne Arundel County Community Action Agency and donated 504 coats to children in urgent need. 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.
Subaru Retailers Team Up to Support Hurricane Relief Efforts - Jess M
At Annapolis Subaru, we’re always ready to step up and support our communities, especially in times of crisis. This commitment is at the heart of the Subaru Love Promise®. When Hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated the Eastern region, Subaru retailers like us immediately sprang into action. Alongside other Subaru retailers, Subaru of America, and local organizations, we assessed the most urgent needs in the affected areas. It quickly became clear that local food banks were struggling to keep up with the surge in demand as they worked to support people hit hardest by the storms. In response, we teamed up with 67 Subaru retailers across the region to launch a $400,000 match campaign to aid the hurricane relief efforts of Feeding America®. Annapolis Subaru proudly contributed $10000 to this initiative. While the immediate impact of the storms fades from the headlines, many of our neighbors continue to face long-term challenges like food insecurity, water shortages, power outages, and limited access to essential services. Thanks to the collective generosity of Subaru retailers and the communities we serve, an additional $18,427 was raised. This brings the total impact to $418,427, or over 4,100,000 meals for those in need. "As one of the nation's largest disaster relief organizations, the Feeding America network of food banks and partner agencies is deeply rooted in communities across the country. Together, our partnership with trusted Subaru dealers has helped expedite emergency food assistance and supplies to people who need it most. We are immensely grateful," said Feeding America Chief Development Officer Casey Marsh.
MFA & Annapolis Subaru Creating Connections in the Community through Art - Patrice D
We are truly inspired by Annapolis Subaru’s generosity and unwavering commitment to supporting the arts and playing an important role in helping us cultivate a vibrant artistic landscape in our region. Their sponsorship of Paint Annapolis enables us to provide accessible and enriching arts experiences to the community. This international plein air festival gives 100 artists the opportunity paint in the streets, engage with the community, and produce over 250 quality paintings within a week, while creating beautiful stories through conversations with art lovers and passersby. Because of our partnership with Annapolis Subaru, MFA can provide these working artists with awards, incentives and facilitation of sales to ensure they can continue to thrive. Paint Annapolis continues to grow every year, making it possible for us to fulfill our mission of creating connections in the community through art. We are deeply grateful for our enduring relationship. Thank you, Annapolis Subaru!
Annapolis Subaru Supports Children and Youth in Foster Care! - Taylor P
The Blue Ribbon Project wholeheartedly appreciates Annapolis Subaru’s participation in the Share the Love Event and their support of children and youth in Foster Care. This initiative exemplifies the power of community-driven efforts to make a lasting difference in the lives of the most vulnerable in our community, abused and neglected children. At The Blue Ribbon Project, our mission is to support youth impacted by foster care, abuse, and neglect, providing vital resources and advocacy. Annapolis Subaru’s commitment to fostering positive impacts aligns seamlessly with our vision of creating a brighter future for vulnerable children and young adults in our community. The Share the Love Event not only brings awareness to important causes but also channels tangible support to organizations like The Blue Ribbon Project. Through this partnership, Annapolis Subaru demonstrates its dedication to giving back and inspiring meaningful connections within the community. With their support, The Blue Ribbon Project has been able to serve over 1,000 children in our community. This has been accomplished through our various programs, such as the Backpacks of Love Program that provides emergency essentials to children and youth entering Foster Care or through our Aging Up...Not Out Program that provides critical life skills to foster youth who will be aging out of the Foster Care system. This impact would not be possible if not for the support of the staff and management of Annapolis Subaru.
Heart Strings - Eboni B
Annapolis Subaru is making a difference everyday in the lives of our students at Mills-Parole Elementary School. Their incredibly generous support of our Instrumental Music Program has literally put an instrument in the hands of each of our students. Our program has grown tremendously over the past several years and we were unable to provide an instrument for each student to take home and practice. I didn’t want to face the prospect of turning students away due to a lack of instruments. Annapolis Subaru fixed that problem and dream of affording each student with an instrument, with the Adopt-a Classroom Program grant that allowed us to purchase more instruments, specifically violins and violas. The faces of these kids when the instruments are dispersed is amazing, they just light up the room. They are treating the instruments with such care and are working to learn new skills during each lesson. Annapolis Subaru has broadened the world for these students through music and the arts. The faculty and staff at Mills-Parole Elementary feel so honored and encouraged to continue to provide a musical experience for as many students as choose to participate all due to the interest, support, and generosity of Annapolis Subaru. Clearly Annapolis Subaru exemplifies the slogan of Subaru Loves Learning! Laura Schofield, Instrumental Music Teacher
Annapolis Subaru: Driving Change at the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park - Kelly S
For over a decade, Annapolis Subaru has been an invaluable partner to the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park (AMM), demonstrating unwavering support for our mission to educate the community about the Chesapeake Bay's unique ecology and rich maritime heritage. Their contributions have directly helped AMM reach over 90,000 participants—including students, teachers, and chaperones—ensuring the next generation gains a deep appreciation for the Bay and its critical role in our lives. Since 2013, their generosity has raised over $1 million for environmental education programs, empowering us to offer transformative, hands-on experiences to youth and adults alike. Annapolis Subaru’s impact extends far beyond financial support. From President Frank Ferrogine’s active leadership to employee-driven volunteer efforts—such as year-round cleanup initiatives at our Park Campus—their team embodies a culture of philanthropy and environmental stewardship. This dedication inspires not only AMM but the entire community. We are honored to count Annapolis Subaru among our most steadfast supporters and deeply grateful for their enduring partnership. Together, we are fostering a brighter future for the Chesapeake Bay and ensuring its preservation for generations to come. A heartfelt thank you to Frank and Angie Ferrogine and the entire Annapolis Subaru team for driving positive change in our community and beyond.
Annapolis Subaru supports Ulman Foundation and Young Adults with Cancer - Jessie H
Annapolis Subaru has been a huge supporter and partner of Ulman Foundation and is playing a significant role in the young adult cancer space. At the heart of Ulman Foundation is a simple but powerful promise: no young adult has to face cancer alone, a commitment that comes to life every day at the Ulman House. This free home-away-from-home provides young adults and their families with more than a place to stay—it offers a community of support, understanding, and hope. The incredible impact of Ulman House was amplified last year when Annapolis Subaru chose Ulman Foundation as its Hometown Charity for the Subaru Share the Love Event. Through the generosity of their customers and team, vital funds were raised to sustain and expand the services offered at Ulman House and in the community, ensuring hundreds of young adult cancer patients could find comfort, connection, and strength during one of the most challenging times of their lives. Ulman House has saved families over $1.7 million in lodging expenses in part thanks to Subaru's generous support. Subaru’s partnership made it possible to turn love into action, creating a lasting impact for young adults and their families.
Annapolis Subaru is a stellar example of being a steward for the Chesapeake Bay - Chesapeake B
Annapolis Subaru has been a decade long friend and supporter of the Chesapeake Bay Trust. We value their partnership and participation in our Bays license Plate program. When Annapolis Subaru encourages their customers to choose the “Protect the Chesapeake & Coastal Bays” license plate, they are supporting our mission of empowering people to restore nature. Proceeds from Bays Plates contribute directly to on-the-ground projects across the Chesapeake region: restoration of wildlife habitats, trees planted in urban areas, water quality monitoring in western streams, and so much more! Every Bays Plate owner is promoting the health of their own community with their purchase. We have immense appreciation for their General Manager, Billy Sadtler, and the entire team at Annapolis Subaru for always helping us hone strategy and keep tabs on the dealership industry’s values and goals to improve our partnerships to further protect the environment. Beyond the walls of their dealership, Annapolis Cars, including the Subaru group, shows their commitment to the protection of our natural resources by sponsoring the Bay Trust’s annual Treasure the Chesapeake Gala. Their generosity inspires other corporate sponsorships, generates revenue, and helps grow the events impact to support more community-driven projects. Annapolis Subaru is a stellar example of being a steward for the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay Trust admires their commitment to empowering people to get involved in protecting forests, streams, rivers, bays, wildlife, and more in their community and beyond. We feel lucky to have a partner in Annapolis Subaru to help us empower people to restore nature for years to come!
A true partner in the community! - John R
Annapolis Subaru exemplifies the spirit of community partnership! Their remarkable business culture is built on supporting and uplifting local nonprofits, and their commitment is truly extraordinary. For years, they’ve been a trusted and valued partner to the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC), demonstrating generous support for our mission to improve the lives of residents across Anne Arundel County. In 2019, we were proud to honor Annapolis Subaru with the Corporate Philanthropist of the Year award, recognizing their impactful contributions to local nonprofits. We are grateful for their continued sponsorship of our annual Celebration of Philanthropy and their dedication to fostering meaningful change. Special thanks to Pat, Michelle, Billy, and the Ferrogine family, whose leadership, generosity, and LOVE for the community shine through in everything they do. Their team leads by example, ensuring CFAAC can remain a trusted resource for so many in our community. Thank you, Annapolis Subaru, for your many years of friendship, financial support, and steadfast commitment to creating a stronger, more resilient community! You are truly making a difference.
