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Forever Warriors Partners with United Way Emerald Coast to Launch Grants for Military Support Programs

In honor of National Veteran and Military Families Month, Forever Warriors (FW), established by Step One Automotive Group (SOAG), is excited to accept applications for Cohort #2 of the Forever Warriors Foundation Grant Program. With $40,000 in funding available, grants will support programs dedicated to enhancing resiliency, well-being, and reintegration for military service members, reservists, and veterans in Okaloosa County. In September, Forever Warriors selected Cohort #1 grantees and awarded $56,000

Step One Niceville Kicks Off Spotlight Charity of the Month Campaign with $500 Donation to Sharing & Caring

Step One Niceville has launched its Spotlight Charity of the Month Campaign to support local nonprofit organizations. The campaign kicked off with a $500 donation to Sharing & Caring of Niceville, a nonprofit focused on providing food and assistance to those in need. The donation was presented on Aug. 28 as part of Step One's ongoing commitment to giving back to the communities it serves. Sharing & Caring was selected as the inaugural organization for the Spotlight Charity of the Month Campaign, featuring

Step One Subaru Fort Walton Beach Donates $26,676 to Save Underdogs as Part of Subaru's Share the Love Event

Step One Subaru Fort Walton Beach proudly announces its recent contribution of $26,676 to Save Underdogs as part of Subaru of America's annual Share the Love Event. The Share the Love Event is a charitable initiative by Subaru of America where $250 from every new Subaru purchased or leased is donated to a choice of charitable partners. Save Underdogs, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and finding loving homes for underprivileged dogs, was the Fort Walton Beach beneficiary of this

Forever Warriors, Powered by Step One Automotive Group, Announces Participation in Upcoming Events to Support Military and Local Communities

Forever Warriors, in collaboration with Step One Automotive Group, is proud to announce its involvement in a series of events designed to engage and support military personnel, their families, and the broader community. With activities ranging from gaming conventions to fitness challenges and community festivals, Forever Warriors is dedicated to broadening its reach and impact within the military community by meeting them where they are.  Pensacon: Gaming Everything•Date: February 23-25, 2024•Location:

Step One Automotive Group Announces 25 Days of Giving

Step One Automotive Center of Excellence Training Center Grand Opening

Step One Automotive Group, in collaboration with Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC), is proud to announce the grand opening of the Automotive Center of Excellence Training Center. The ribbon cutting ceremony, set for today, marks an innovation milestone in the automotive and educational sectors.   This state-of-the-art facility, situated in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, exemplifies the best in automotive training and services. From a dedicated used car reconditioning center, excelling in oil changes

Subaru Fort Walton Beach to Host 'Subaru Loves Pets' Event

Subaru Fort Walton Beach is set to host its ‘Subaru Loves Pets’ event on October 14, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, featuring a mega adoption event and the exciting Screen Test Day for potential canine stars. The day promises to be a blend of community love for animals and the thrill of the limelight for our furry companions. Subaru Fort Walton Beach, in collaboration with Saving With Soul Pet Rescue, invites all pet lovers and animal enthusiasts to join a day dedicated to the love and care of pets, aiming

Step One Automotive Group Launches 'Drive Out Breast Cancer' Campaign Throughout October 2023

Step One Automotive Group is excited to announce its annual "Drive Out Breast Cancer" campaign, an impactful initiative to support breast cancer research, awareness, prevention, and support in the Southeast. The month-long campaign runs from October 1st through October 31st, 2023.   Event Highlights: Duration: October 1st to October 31st, 2023. Location: Various community events near Step One locations throughout Georgia, Central Alabama, Florida, and Andalusia. How It Works: Pink vehicles will be

Step One Automotive Group Partners with Local Organizations to ''Stuff the Bus'' with Essential School Supplies for Students in Need

Step One Automotive Group, a leading automotive dealership network with locations across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia, proudly announces its successful participation in the community-led "Stuff the Bus" initiative. Focused on providing essential school supplies to students in low-income families, Step One Automotive Group transformed its various dealership locations into donation stations for the duration of the campaign.  In a partnership with the United Way Emerald Coast and United Way of West Florida,

Step One Automotive Group Celebrates Successful Grand Opening of Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Andalusia

Step One Automotive Group is thrilled to announce the successful Grand Opening of the Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Andalusia dealership, held on Thursday, June 22nd. The event was a resounding triumph, thanks to the overwhelming support and participation of the Andalusia community. The festivities began with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:30 p.m., officiated by the esteemed members of the Andalusia Chamber of Commerce. Joining in the celebration were approximately 250 esteemed guests, including community

Step One Automotive Group Announces Festival of Speed

Join Step One Automotive Group for an unforgettable experience at the Festival of Speed on Saturday, June 24th, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Five Flags Speedway (7451 Pine Forest Rd, Pensacola, FL 32526). This riveting event features exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities with professional racing drivers, thrilling high-speed Hot Laps, interactive motorsport games, and much more! The exclusive meet-and-greets with Chris Walsh, GT4 America Porsche, and 718 Cayman GT4 Driver, and Juan Manuel Correa,

Step One Motorsports Shines with Quadruple Header and Wins for Ambassadors

Step One Motorsports is excited to share the latest weekly highlights and progress in motorsports. This past weekend was a historic moment for Step One Motorsports ambassadors as we had a quadruple header for the first time ever. Representing drivers Juan Manuel Correa, Chris Walsh, Chandler Smith, and Romain Grosjean all competed in different races and categories.  Juan Manuel Correa represented the team in F2 and placed 10th in Australia, claiming points for the team. Chris Walsh drove in GT4 America,

Step One Automotive Group Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week with the inaugural Learning Legacy Awards

Step One Automotive Group is proud to announce the inaugural Learning Legacy Awards, celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week. This award will be granted to three teachers from Florida, Alabama, and Georgia who are transforming the lives of their students and innovating the classroom experience. Applications will be accepted from April 1, 2023, to April 21, 2023, and are open to public school teachers in Grades K-12 in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. The Learning Legacy Awards will provide three $3,000 grants

Step One Automotive Group to Announce 2023 Driving Opportunity Winner

Step One Automotive Group, a community-involved organization, recognizes the importance of mobility in changing lives. That's why they created the Driving Opportunity program to provide a reliable vehicle to families in need. The program has received an overwhelming response from families over the years, prompting the organization to partner with United Way agencies and their partner organizations to create a fair selection process. "From day one we have been committed to empowering lives through smarter

Step One Automotive Group Named 2022 Corporate Citizen of the Year by Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce recently announced that Step One Automotive Group has been named the 2022 Corporate Citizen of the Year. This prestigious award is presented annually to a business in the Navarre area that has demonstrated outstanding commitment to the community through philanthropy, volunteerism, and other forms of social responsibility. Step One Automotive Group, which operates several dealerships throughout the region, has a long history of supporting local charitable

Hello Frances Podcast: Call to Impact with Maureen Bierman

On this episode of the Hello Frances podcast, our host Shantelle Dedicke is joined by Maureen Bierman, Director of Marketing and Community Relations at Step One Automotive Group. Maureen discusses her new role as the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce Chair, a new private foundation that Step One Automotive Group has launched called Forever Warriors, and much more!Listen now.  

Step One Automotive Group Receives Florida Department of Education Commissioner's Business Recognition Award

Step One Automotive Group has been named a recipient of the Florida Department of Education's 2022 Commissioner's Business Recognition Award. The award recognizes Florida’s business leaders and partners that have shown the most commitment to bringing positive change and implementing bold, innovative approaches to improve the academic performance of students in Florida’s education system and communities. These educational connections help Florida school districts gain a competitive edge in providing enhanced

Step One Automotive Group Announces 25 Days of Giving Across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia

Step One Automotive Group Announces 25 Days of Giving Across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia FORT WALTON BEACH, FL (November 30, 2022) – Starting December 1, 2022 Step One Automotive Group will dedicate 25 Days of Giving within the communities they serve in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. Throughout the month, expect to see Step One Automotive Group team members spreading holiday cheer to those in need.  "At Step One Automotive Group this is our favorite time of year. We get to go out as a team and make an