Employees of Asheboro Honda and Asheboro Nissan Offer Big Incentive to Donate to the 2006 United Way Campaign

United Way has sought out new ideas to reach its familiar goal of $1.5 million. Elizabeth Mitchell, Chief Professional Officer, says, “Hard economic times have affected our ability to reach our goal for campaign in the past few years and at the same time increased the need for human services. When I asked the question ‘what more can we do?’ Dan Lackey, Owner of Asheboro Honda and Asheboro Nissan had an idea”.

To create excitement and increase participation in the campaign, Dan Lackey and employees from Asheboro Nissan and Asheboro Honda donated a car. Anyone who donates $100 to the United Way of Randolph County and registers will be eligible to win their choice of a 2007 Honda Fit or a Nissan Versa. Lackey says, “It is everyone’s personal responsibility to serve their community. Everyone has the ability to give something. My employees and I decided this would be our contribution to the United Way campaign. We hope others will be encouraged to donate and find ways to contribute with the resources that they have.”

From all the entries, five names will be drawn on December 1st. Those five people will be asked for proof of insurance and a valid driver’s license. On December 13th, those individuals will meet us at Asheboro Honda and Asheboro Nissan. A key will be given to the finalists. The one that starts the car will be the winner of the car of their choice: a Honda Fit or a Nissan Versa.

Opportunities to register will be offered through corporate campaigns and residential mailings. One of the cars will be available for viewing at Randolph Mall the weekend after Thanksgiving. If these methods are not convenient, donations and registrations will be accepted anytime at the United Way of Randolph County’s office located at 363 S. Cox Street between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm. Call 336-625-2407 for more information.

Both of these cars are considered roomy and fuel-efficient. The Nissan Versa is considered sporty and sensible. According to Ward’s Automotive Group’s Lower Small Car segment, “The Versa is a car packed with the unexpected, starting with a 122-hp engine that delivers class-leading power and torque, plus exceptional fuel-efficiency.” It also has the largest interior in its class. The Honda Fit is advertised as a roomy compact. Honda.com reports, “An innovative 60/40 split 2nd-row Magic Seat® allows for four distinct interior configurations. Other features include a 109-horsepower, 1.5-liter, VTEC® engine; legendary Honda safety, standard front, front side and side curtain airbags; plenty of storage compartments.”