Impact
Funds raised through CARSTAR initiatives help
drive progress at every stage of life with CF.
Because of sustained community support,
life expectancy for Canadians born with CF has nearly doubled over the past 25 years, progress made possible
through partnerships like CARSTAR’s.
A Partnership Built on Purpose
The CARSTAR–Cystic Fibrosis Canada partnership began in 1997, when a CARSTAR franchise owner’s granddaughter was diagnosed with CF. That personal connection sparked what has become one of CF Canada’s longest-standing corporate partnerships.
CARSTAR franchise partners across Canada lead fundraising through:
- Annual Shine Season campaigns
- Golf tournaments and community events
- National conference fundraisers
- Local, store-led initiatives
Each effort reflects CARSTAR’s commitment to driving impact beyond the repair shop.
A Message from CARSTAR’s President, Sabrina Thring:
On the Road to $6 Million
Reaching the incredible milestone of $6 million raised for Cystic Fibrosis Canada is a testament to what is possible when a community moves with a singular purpose. For CARSTAR, fundraising for CF Canada is more than a corporate initiative, it is a core part of our DNA and a reflection of our commitment to the communities we serve.
We could not have achieved this without the extraordinary dedication of our franchise partners and their teams. Every year, I am humbled by the way our network shows up from the Soaps it Up car washes and the Quebec golf tournaments to the thousands of steps taken during the Walk to Make Cystic Fibrosis History. These efforts represent thousands of hours of heart and hard work.
For CARSTAR, this $6 million represents more than a number; it represents hope, progress, and our unwavering support for our CF partners and the families they serve. It proves that while we are in the business of collision repair, our true purpose is in the lives we help change along the way. To our franchisees: thank you for leading with your hearts and for proving that we are truly stronger together.
