What is Jump S.T.A.R.T.
100% of the monies donated to this project will be used to purchase parts for these donated vehicles
Partnering with Shade Tree Auto, 214LIFE is excited to introduce a great opportunity to help Central Iowa veterans get back into the driver's seat of life, "Jump S.T.A.R.T."!
The Jump S.T.A.R.T. Campaign is affording us the opportunity to take donated vehicles that need a little tlc and make them safe, reliable vehicles for veteran's that are without a vehicle.
When we were first bringing this idea to life, we all agreed that we wanted a name that would reflect the nature of what we are trying to accomplish. As we sat there looking at what we already had, we realized that the Shade Tree Automotive Rehabilitation Team's initials (which is the team that is actually doing the hands on work , giving these vehicles and veterans another chance to fulfill their purpose) already spelled out START. We knew right away that S.T.A.R.T. was going to be a winner, but we tossed around a few other ideas to go with it. We just couldn't find something that reached out and spoke to all of us. That is when Clint Dudley, the owner of Shade Tree Auto said, "What about Jump S.T.A.R.T.? We've all been there. We've all needed a boost to get us back on the road again. We all know what it's like to need a Jump S.T.A.R.T.". You could tell that everyone in the conversation instantly reflected on a time when they had needed a Jump S.T.A.R.T. and the impact it had made in each of our lives. We all knew that this was the message we wanted to share and that with Shade Tree Auto and 214LIFE partnering together, we were going to give local veterans a Jump S.T.A.R.T. in life and get them back on the road to success again!
Both Shade Tree Auto and 214LIFE come from humble beginnings. Shade Tree Auto originally started under a shade tree and has grown into a successful auto repair business serving the Central Iowa community with 3 locations in Urbandale, Grimes, and Ankeny. 214LIFE began with a handful of Marine veterans that saw needs in the veteran community and took the initiative to try to make a difference. Through dedication and hard work, both have become great resources to their community.
We remember how difficult it was to overcome the obstacles that life threw our way. A major obstacle for many veterans is to have reliable transportation. With Jump S.T.A.R.T., when we receive a donated vehicle, 214LIFE raises money to purchase the parts that the vehicle needs and the Shade Tree Automotive Rehabilitation Team utilizes their extensive knowledge of vehicle repair and maintenance (along with volunteering their facilities and labor) to take vehicles that have been given up on and giving them a second chance to make a difference in a veteran's life.
A veteran with reliable transportation can get their kids to school, buy groceries, get themselves to work, attend medical appointments, all things that most of us take for granted, but without a reliable vehicle can be almost impossible to accomplish.
Please join us in changing the lives of local veterans by donating to this cause and supporting Shade Tree Auto with your business. 214LIFE and Shade Tree Auto greatly appreciate your trust in us to continue to serve you and the veterans in our community for years to come.
100% of the monies donated to this project will be used to purchase parts for these donated vehicles