The Choate Construction-sponsored Cars & Q for the Cause raised a record $729,757 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation on Oct. 19
A spokesperson for the event said the 139 cards on display were a record. More than 1,000 people attended.
“Cars & ‘Q for the Cause has grown by leaps and bounds in its 15-year history,” said Brian Bollins, vice president & division manager for Choate Construction. “What started as a small gathering of friends with an affinity for cars and a mission to cure cystic fibrosis has exploded into this amazing event, raising more than $4.5 million for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation”
He said the fundraising goal was shattered thanks to the generous support of the company’s industry partners, friends, and family, and the dedication of its employee-owners.
On hand for the event were Cars & ‘Q for the Cause Ambassador Penelope Smith with her parents, Chad and Emma Smith. Penelope was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis and after her birth genetic testing revealed Chad had two mutations of cystic fibrosis,
The People’s Choice winners at the event were a 1967 Cadillac DeVille convertible owned by Parker Kiewit and a 1973 Porsche 911 S, RSR restoration owned by Ron Green.
The Kid’s Choice winner was a 1999 VW Eurovan Camper owned by Matt Williams.
Other notable cars included:
- 1974 Jaguar E Type V12 Roadster. Owner: Gas Motor Cars,
- 2024 Maserati MC20 Cielo. Owner: Jim Ellis Automotive,
- 1934 Packard Super 8 Dual Cowl Sport Phaeton. Owner: Millard Choate,
- 1966 Chevelle SS 396. Owner: Don Reeves.
“We are still riding the high of an incredible, record-breaking weekend! There are not enough words to express how grateful we are for all of the sponsors, donors, vendors, and volunteers who made Cars & ‘Q 2024 such a success,” said Vicki Nix, associate executive director for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Nix said the time, dedication, and passion from the community and Choate’s employee-owners in supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s mission are incredible. She said they were grateful for the impact they had on the foundation.
