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Drive One 4 UR School - Ford Motor Company Raises $1 Million

Ford never ceases to amaze me.  As you know, we "test drove" the Ford Edge to Florida for our i.See Kissimmee and Disney Social Media Moms trip.  It was fabulous to take along the amazing Ford Edge For the Road Trip!

It was comfortable, stylish and outfitted in the best of GPS, Keyless Entry Doors, my favorite, personalized Heated Leather Seats!  And now, Ford is helping out High Schools!

Check out the $1 Million they have raised for High Schools.  And schedule your school for a Drive One 4 UR School Fundraiser! :)

 


Ford Motor Company and Dealers Expect to Achieve $1 Million April Fundraising Goal for High Schools
 
DEARBORN, Mich., May 23, 2012 – In April, Ford and its dealers partnered in a special challenge to raise $1 million for local high school programs through more than 300 Drive One 4 UR School events throughout the U.S. Today, both announced that based on initial reports that are still coming in, they expect the $1 million goal will be achieved.
 
Since its inception in 2007, the Drive One 4 UR School initiative has raised at least $11 million and provides up to $6,000 per event through test drives of Ford products. More than 1,150 dealers have hosted more than 2,800 events, partnering with their local high schools to participate in the program. Funds raised can be applied to any area where the school needs support – athletics, music, even to fix damages from natural disasters. 
 
“We are excited to congratulate the schools, dealers and communities who worked so hard to reach this challenging goal in April,” said Tracy Magee, Ford Experiential Marketing manager. “The Drive One 4 UR School program was developed as a fun, engaging way to help high schools raise and apply money where they need it, and we realized that if we really focused our efforts in April, we could make a difference by raising money to protect important educational programs and services.”
 
How Drive One 4 UR School events work
For each Drive One 4 UR School event, Ford and Lincoln dealers work with a local high school to schedule a test-drive fundraising event. The dealers provide the cars to be test-driven, the high school organizes the event itself, and both work together to get the word out to their community. For every valid test drive completed, Ford Motor Company donates $20 to the participating high school, up to $6,000.
 
Click on the link below to watch a video and learn more about Drive One 4 UR School:
 
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About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 166,000 employees and about 70 plants worldwide, the company’s automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit http://corporate.ford.com.



Warmly,  Carolina Mama

Hampton Inn and Suites Kissimmee, Florida - A Family Favorite

Florida offers so many Summertime fun activities! And destinations. Take a look at one of our favorite accommodations in Central Florida. We love the Kissimmee area - the Heart of Florida - and you've seen me share that the last couple of years.


So we're back to let you know we LOVE the Hampton Inn and Suites of Kissimmee Florida. The Lake Buena Vista location is perfect for Orlando and Disney World.

Here are their many features:

Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando/South Lake Buena Vista 4971 Calypso Cay Way Kissimmee, FL 34746 407-396-8700


Ideal business or vacation hotel offering modern amenities and impeccable service. Three miles from Disney World® and less than ten miles to Orange County Convention Center.

Features:

  • Shuttle To Theme Parks
  • Jacuzzi/Hot Tub
  • Boat Parking
  • Interior Corridors
  • Outside Catering Allowed
  • Business Center
  • Fitness Center
  • Guest/Concierge Services
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Swimming Pool
  • WiFi

We love it! To us, the Hampton Inn in Kissimmee feels like home. They have everything a family needs. You'll see in my write up at i.SeeKissimmee that we rely heavily on the Hot Breakfast each morning, the laundry facilities, the Jacuzzi and comfortable Beds!!


* Remember to sign up for the Hilton Honors Rewards! Hampton Inn and Suites are owned by Hilton and you'll receive rewards and free wifi if you are in a Hilton without it. This is handy! Take it from a digital mom! :)

Warmly, Carolina Mama

**My visit to the Hampton Inn and Suites was part of my Travel Writing experience employ with the Kissimmee Convention and Visitors Bureau. We love the Hampton Inn and Suites and chose to go their based on our excellent visit their last year on the same program.