activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 7
- Community Philanthropy Local Community GrantmakingContributes to local charities, organizations, and individuals in need, having donated over $900,000 from car show proceeds. Specific donations include scholarships, school supplies, and contributions to Hospice of Havasu, Disabled American Veterans, Special Olympics, H.A.V.E.N. House, and Heather’s Closet.
- Community Philanthropy and Donations Local Community GrantmakingContributes financially to local charities, organizations, and individuals in need, having donated over $900,000 from car show proceeds. Specific donations include scholarships, school supplies for the Lake Havasu School District, and contributions to Hospice of Havasu, Disabled American Veterans, Special Olympics, H.A.V.E.N. House, and Heather’s Closet.
- Hosting Automotive and Social Events Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts a variety of automotive and social events for members and the public, including weekly open cruises, biweekly dinner cruises, occasional Friday night group cruises to local restaurants, monthly garage parties, and other social gatherings like Pig Roasts, Super Bowl Parties, and Chili Cook-offs.
- Organizing Car Shows Classic & Vintage Car EventsOrganizes an annual car show called "Run to the Sun" which has grown to attract as many as 1,000 vehicles and expanded to include various car types. The organization also hosted its first car show, "Camp-O-Rama," in 1978.
- Organizing Car Shows and Automotive Events Classic & Vintage Car EventsOrganizes and hosts various automotive events, including the annual "Run to the Sun" car show which has attracted up to 1,000 vehicles and expanded to include American Factory Muscles and Corvettes. The organization also hosted the "Camp-O-Rama" car show and the "Wings, Wheels & Waves" festival featuring aircraft, watercraft, and exhibition automobiles.
- Participating in Community Events Classic & Vintage Car EventsParticipates in local car club shows, donates raffle baskets to support other car clubs, and has co-hosted large-scale events like the Wings, Wheels & Waves festival featuring aircraft, watercraft, and exhibition automobiles, attracting thousands of visitors.
- Social and Recreational Gatherings Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsOrganizes various social events for members and the public, including weekly open cruises, biweekly dinner cruises, occasional Friday night group cruises to local restaurants, monthly garage parties, and an annual Christmas Party. The club also participates in local car club shows and hosts other social events like Pig Roasts, Super Bowl Parties, and Chili Cook-offs.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Community Engagement through Car-Themed Events community_engagement_through_car_eventsThe organization fosters community engagement and member participation by hosting and participating in various car-themed events, including cruise events, car shows, and organized car runs. These events serve as platforms for social interaction, public exhibition, and community building around a shared interest in classic vehicles.
- Community engagement via public car and aviation events community-engagement-through-car-eventsFosters broad public involvement by hosting and participating in community events centered on classic cars, aircraft, and watercraft, including cruise nights, open houses, and collaborations with local car clubs.
- Community-Driven Fundraising community-driven_fundraisingThe organization generates financial support for its activities and donations primarily through community-supported fundraising events, such as an annual car show, leveraging public interest in classic cars to secure resources.
- Event-based fundraising through annual car shows event-based_fundraisingGenerates financial support and community engagement by hosting recurring, large-scale car events such as the annual Run to the Sun car show, which serve as primary fundraising mechanisms.
- Fostering Internal Community through Shared Activities member_social_engagementThe organization builds a strong internal community among its members by incorporating shared activities like potluck meals and member-performed music into events, alongside car-related social engagements.
- Member-focused social programming with seasonal adaptation member_social_engagementStrengthens member retention and participation by organizing social events that combine dining, music, and car cruising, with adjustments made for seasonal conditions to ensure comfort and inclusivity.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Community Donations Program
Distributes funds to local organizations such as food banks, humane societies, police programs, and health services.
Education & Scholarship Support
Provides scholarships to high school students and funds educational programs in Lake Havasu City schools and districts.
Run to the Sun Car Show
Annual car show that generates proceeds used to support local charities, community projects, and scholarships in Lake Havasu City.
relationships · 57
who they work with
- American Legion Partner — Host location for the organization's weekly open cruise event.
- American Legion Partner — Hosts the organization's weekly cruise event.
- Arizona State Parks Partner — Listed as a campground option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Badenochs Partner — Location for a Relics & Rods breakfast outing in 2003.
- Beachcomber RV Resort Partner — Listed as a campground option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Bridgewater Motel Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Crazy Horse Campground Partner — Listed as a campground option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- D-J’s RV Park Partner — Listed as a campground option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Days Inn Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Desert Resort Properties Partner — Listed as a rental option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Disabled American Veterans Partner — Presented a $1,000 donation to the Disabled American Veterans.
- Economy Inn Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- H.A.V.E.N. House Partner — Presented a $1,000 donation to H.A.V.E.N. House.
- Hampton Inn Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Havasu Classics Partner — Car club based in Lake Havasu City, AZ, listed on Relics & Rods website
- Havasu Classics Partner — Participated in Havasu Classics' car show at The Shops at Havasu.
- Havasu Community Health Foundation Partner — Presented a $1,000 donation to Havasu Community Health Foundation.
- Havasu Dunes Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Havasu Falls RV Park Partner — Listed as a campground option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Havasu Springs Resort Partner — Listed as a campground option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Heat Hotel Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Heather’s Closet Partner — Presented a $1,000 donation to Heather’s Closet.
- Hidden Palms All Suite Resort Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Hospice of Havasu Partner — Presented a $1,000 donation to Hospice of Havasu’s Polidori House.
- Island Inn Hotel Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Island Suites Partner — Listed as an accommodation option for attendees of the "Run to the Sun" event.
- Lake Havasu City Chamber of Commerce Partner — Provides additional information about Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
- Lake Havasu City Municipal Airport Partner — Co-hosted the Wings, Wheels & Waves festival with the Big Boy Toys Show.
- Lake Havasu School District Partner — Presented a $3,000 donation to the Lake Havasu School District for school supplies.
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