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At Competition Subaru, we’re thrilled to see how much people are enjoying the Subaru lineup! With the Subaru Crosstrek gaining popularity and the Subaru Outback continuing to shine, we couldn't be happier to connect with both first-time buyers and loyal Subaru owners. It’s fantastic to see so many families choosing Subaru, especially knowing how well our vehicles support car seats and provide a safe, comfortable ride for little ones. Troy Poston, Senior Vice President of Sales at Subaru of America, Inc., recently shared, "With Crosstrek’s popularity steadily growing and Outback seeing continued success, both carlines closed out the month with very strong results, connecting with both first-time and returning Subaru owners. As retailers support their local animal shelters during Subaru Loves Pets this month, customers may even find a new road trip companion while visiting the showroom or Service Center." This achievement reflects the love and trust drivers have for these models, which perfectly blend versatility and reliability for all your adventures. As we welcome both new customers and returning friends into our showroom, we’re reminded of the strong connections we build within our community. Your experiences fuel our passion for providing exceptional service and support: "This is our fourth lease with Competition Subaru of Smithtown. They are always accommodating and attentive to details. Farrell was fantastic and we love the car." -Jason, October 2nd, 2024 "Competition Subaru is extremely helpful and attentive to any and all needs pertaining to my car, its routine visits and scheduled maintenance as well as any other questions I’ve accrued along the way. All the Service Consultants are there to lend a hand and put me at ease with any concerns. Everyone there is in good spirits and knowledgeable. I look forward to each visit knowing I’m in good hands as well as my car. I’m thankful for the positive atmosphere and how helpful the staff are and how safety is always put first." -Casey, October 2nd, 2024 "To whom it may concern: I wish to once again commend Rodney the sales consultant for his overwhelming knowledge and understanding of what the consumer is looking for and needs in a very professional manner. This is my fifth Subaru i could not be any happier thanks to Rodney. Rodney is a tremendous asset to the Subaru dealership.. Thank you!!" -Sam, October 1st, 2024 As we celebrate these successes, we’re also proud to announce our annual Subaru Loves Pets Adoption Event in partnership with Pawsitive Possibilities Rescue, Inc. This month, as retailers support their local animal shelters, our showroom and service center will become a welcoming space for those looking to find a new road trip companion as we host our Adoption Event on October 13th, 2024! RSVP today! You may just discover the perfect furry friend to join your adventures! This adoption event is a part of our broader philanthropic efforts under the Subaru Love Promise Subaru Loves Learning mission, where we continue to champion education initiatives for children in our community. Our recent sponsorship of Alternatives for Children is just one of the many ways we’re giving back. We also had a fantastic time at the Subaru Motorsports Car Show featuring Bucky Lasek, EFI Logics, Subimods.com, and local favorite Terry and Yaki, where the community came together to celebrate Subaru passion and camaraderie. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Competition Subaru (@competitionsubaru) But that’s not all! We’re excited to see the growing popularity across the entire Subaru lineup, including the fantastic electric Subaru Solterra, which represents our commitment to sustainability and innovation. Additionally, the beloved 2024 Subaru Impreza RS is making waves among both New and returning Subaru enthusiasts. At Competition Subaru, we believe in building a strong community, and events like Subaru Loves Pets help us connect with our customers and support local animal shelters. We invite you to join us for this special adoption event, where you can find a new companion, whether- four-legged or four-wheeled, and make a difference in a pet’s life.

At Competition Subaru, community engagement is at the heart of everything we do. This August, we were thrilled to participate again in Subaru Loves Learning Month, a nationwide initiative dedicated to supporting education and empowering students. Partnering with Anthony Alfano Elementary School in Central Islip, Long Island, we worked hand-in-hand to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners. Subaru Loves Learning Month is all about giving back to the community by focusing on the importance of education. Throughout August, we humbly requested donations alongside our commitment to supporting the students and staff at Anthony Alfano Elementary School. One of the highlights of this year’s initiative was our recent visit to the school, where we hand-delivered a plethora of supply kits for local students. From notebooks and pencils to art supplies and stationary, we provided essential materials that foster creativity, critical thinking, and a love for learning for life. Our visit to Anthony Alfano Elementary School allowed us to see firsthand the impact of our contributions. By directly delivering these much-needed supplies, we were able to connect with the students and teachers in a meaningful way. The excitement and appreciation shown to the local educational community reinforces the power of education and shows the difference that a supportive community can make. The success of Subaru Loves Learning Month wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our customers and community members. Your contributions and enthusiasm helped make a difference in the local lives of the students right here on Long Island at Anthony Alfano Elementary School. Together, we created an environment where every child feels valued, supported, excited and extremely prepared for their educational journey. We’re filled with gratitude for the opportunity on the continued success of Subaru Loves Learning Month. Thank you to all who have given to give back to our community. At Competition Subaru, we believe that supporting education is key to building a brighter future for all. We look forward to continuing our partnership with local community organizations, and ensuring that every child has the chance to reach their full potential. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared their sweet sentiments and words of support and generously dropped off donations, helping make this month a success. Through being Long Island strong, we are driving positive change and shaping the future, one school, classroom and student at a time.

Competition Subaru is continuously proud to adamantly partake in Subaru of America’s annual Subaru Loves to Help Month with Operation Warm demonstrating our utmost compassion and generosity. Resiliently, Competition Auto Group is immensely honored to aid Long Islanders in need and  continuously step up to make a positive impact both within and beyond our local communities! As recipients ourselves of countless Subaru Love Promise Awards, as well as being awarded 3 Subaru Love Promise Awards for the calendar year of 2023, our Subaru Love Promise commitment to making a difference ripples throughout our Saint James dealership with resilience. With our inspiring Subaru Love Promise, Subaru Loves to Help, in combination with Operation Warm, a national nonprofit that manufactures high-quality, brand-new shoes and coats for children in need, we embody the spirit of giving back and spreading warmth in many amazing ways. See the Impact of Operation Warm Receiving and witnessing the results of our 2023 philanthropic efforts is indescribably as heartwarming, much like Operation Warm’s coats and shoes! Competition Subaru cannot be more proud of the impact we have contributed towards Operation Warm and the Subaru Love Promise and cannot thank Subaru of America and Operation Warm for sending the recipients sweet sentiments and first-hand gratitude our way! Operation Warm is so amazing in so many ways! The Subaru Love Promise and Operation Warm rely on collective action to make a meaningful impact, resulting in a closer-knit local community. We’re deeply moved by the generosity and selflessness of our #CompetitionSubaruFamily, whose support, passion and humble donations fuel the Subaru Loves to Help initiative every single year! Thank you eternally for all of the encouragement and kindness in regards to the Subaru Loves to Help initiative, the Subaru Love Promise as well as with all of our philanthropic quests! How You Can Get Involved If you’re inspired by our supreme Subaru commitment to spreading love, warmth and hope, there are several ways you can get involved: Consider making a contribution to Operation Warm, organizing a coat drive in your community or joining in ours when we begin collecting! Every donation, no matter how small, helps provide a child in need with a brand-new winter coat and/or shoes. Get hands-on by volunteering your time with Operation Warm or other local organizations that support children in need. Whether it’s helping distribute coats or assisting with fundraising events, your efforts make a difference. Share Subaru’s commitment to Operation Warm with your friends, family, and social networks (Don’t forget to follow us!) By raising awareness with us about our hometown initiatives, you can also inspire others to join the cause and amplify its impact. In a world often characterized by uncertainty and division, initiatives like Operation Warm are a beacon of hope and kindness for future generations. Through our partnership with Operation Warm, Competition Subaru is proud to stand by Subaru of America. Together, we can spread warmth, kindness, and hope to those who need it most.

On Tuesday, August 17th, 2023 Competition Subaru of Smithtown had the incredible opportunity to host our Subaru Motorsports Car Show with special guest Bucky Lasek! Vermont Sportscar was in attendance as well and brought their own impressive trailer and rallycross car, the Airslayer! Our passionate General Manager, James, brought a rally car he acquired recently as well! Terry and Yaki, a local Halal food truck, brought scrumptious rice, salad, steak and tofu bowls. With dietary options available for everyone, Terry and Yaki helped make our summertime Motorsports Car Show that more successful! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Terry and Yaki (@terryandyaki) Bucky had a blast meeting and greeting everyone, signing their genuine Subaru parts and Competition Subaru-supplied posters! Everyone was all smiles and more than eager to give Mr. Lasek his flowers as well as swap exciting Subaru stories with him. Additionally, Bucky brought and sold 100 signed skateboards for a great cause; a partial donation from all 100 skateboards went towards benefiting Paws of War, a local non-profit dedicated to returning overseas furry-friends back to their brave veteran owners! After saying hello to our Competition Subaru Family, Bucky took a walk around our dealership to check out everyone’s impressive vehicles before we announced our Subaru Motorsports Car Show winner! Congratulations to our winner, Nick, we hope he had an amazing time at our annual event and has enjoyed his official Subaru Igloo Cooler and one of the collectable signed skateboards from Bucky Lasek! SIRR-IMAGE-83f7f3201d834858b5a222aa8e475485 A delicious local ice cream truck ended our amazing, one-of-a-kind event even more sweetly! Competition Subaru of Smithtown is whole-heartedly looking forward to our next free-to-the-public event!  To see every single magical memory that took place at our successful summertime event, check out Competition Subaru of Smithtown on Facebook to relish in all of the excitement with us and reflect on our memorable Subaru Motorsports Car Show by checking out our entire photo album on Facebook!

Attention: All Long Islander’s, Do you love horses? Of course you do, who wouldn’t! Competition Subaru of Smithtown is excited to announce its partnership with LIPHA (Long Island Professional Horsemen’s Association). This association helps gather professional horsemen, exhibitors and members for important horse events. They are one of 16 chapters nationwide that are involved in the PHA. Not only does this association help by gathering these members and people of similar interests, but they are always willing to give back. A scholarship program is offered to the college and trade school students no matter if they are professional, associate or junior members. Helpful AND fair? Sounds a little too perfect, huh? If that wasn’t enough, they also want to raise the standards of typical horse shows on Long Island. The association offers point classes in 21 divisions. Members then can compete for awards at the end of the year. You learn so much more than horse’s and the sport, this program really strives to push for good sportsmanship in a competitive field. Educating members on conducting a healthy space where there can be friendly competition. Adults and children can learn from others and it motivates you to push yourself a little more. This program also shines a bright light on member recognition. You are currently able to view the 2021 LIPHA High Score Award Winners. You can take a look at the horses as well as the riders and so much more. Scholarships are currently being accepted for their 69th Annual LIPHA Show. This event will be held at Wolffer Estate Stables on the 14th & 15th of May. All the proceeds of this event will benefit the LIPHA Scholarship Fund. Want to learn more and stay updated on all new things LIPHA? Applications to become a member are always accessible on their website. If you would like to receive alerts about important events and possibly even sit through their next meeting on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 7 PM via Zoom, you can sign up with your email address on lipha.org. LIPHA Juniors will meet March 28, 2022 at 7 PM via Zoom. Competition Subaru of Smithtown is proud to be donating to such a wonderful cause. If you are interested in any sponsorships through Competition Subaru, please feel free to contact us! Or come visit us at 601 Middle Country Road St James, NY 11780

Our beautiful planet is a masterpiece in its own right. We should all care about taking care and cleaning up a place we all call home. We can do so much to help! Recycling, using sustainable products, planting in nature are only the beginning. “ …we feel it’s our personal responsibility to protect Earth’s natural wonders and encourage our retailers and customers to engage in smart environmental practices…” -Tom Doll, president and CEO, Subaru of America, Inc. Subaru works hard to reduce waste and minimize the carbon footprint left with materials being used. While these are great steps forward, we also preserve natural spaces which leads us to.. we are proud to announce our partnership with One Tree Planted! One Tree Planted is a nonprofit organization on a mission to make saving the planet one step easier by planting more trees in our environment. Subaru has decided that with every new car purchased we donate a tree to the land. Helping the earth can now be as simple as donating a dollar! This organization’s main goal is to globally reforest. Their goal is to simplify the process of helping the environment by planting trees themselves. They understand life can become busy and hard to find time between responsibilities, family, work and life happens, but with just one dollar you are donating a plant back into nature. Not only are you donating to a created cause but we are investing in ourselves and the lives of our future generations. We as humans reap so many of the benefits of nature. All the trees you walk alongside in Nissequogue River State Park provide us oxygen to breathe, growing the products out of the ground for our consumption and the flowers you pick from Cold Spring Harbor to give to your mom on mother’s day. “Together we can restore forests, create habitat for biodiversity, and make a positive social impact around the world.” -One Tree Planted The organization has been able to more than double the amount of trees planted each year. They work with partners in over 43 countries in places like North America, Latin America, Africa and Europe. They reported that over 40,000,000 trees have been planted across the globe since 2014. One Tree Planted was able to more than double their impact from 2020, in 2021. With your help, we can continue to move toward a better and green-er future! Competition Subaru of Smithtown is proud to be donating to such a wonderful cause. If you are interested in any sponsorships through Competition Subaru, please feel free to contact us! Or come visit us at 601 Middle Country Road St James, NY 11780.

Get into the holiday spirit by helping a family in need. Competition Auto group is proud to be working with EJ’s PJS Pajama Drive. Make the holidays special by donating any new or unused pajamas to families in need at any one of our Competition Auto Group Locations going on now through December 15th, 2021! EJ’s PJs started with one mission in mind – to give pajamas to children of all ages who need the items the most – and that mission has not changed in the 10 years since Patricia Poggi and her three sons, Edward, Jeremy and Patrick, started the drive. EJ’s PJs began to give back to the community and to take time out of the holiday season to reflect upon what matters most in this life, which is helping others! HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE- BENEFITING ANGELS OF LONG ISLAND Spread some holiday happinesses this year with our Holiday Toy Drive benefiting Angels of Long island. Please drop off any new and unwrapped toy to any one of our locations now through December 15, 2021. Who are Angels of Long Island? Angels of Long Island is a non-profit organization whose mission is to assist and advocate for people in our Long Island community who are in need of assistance during this difficult economic time. Their goal is to empower people to overcome poverty and live prosperous lives. They provide a wide range of services and goods to people in crisis. WAYS YOU CAN HELP! Volunteer– Angels of Long Island provide many volunteer opportunities that include in-store, during events, and personal fundraisers. Learn more about volunteering here. Community service– They offer community service hours that are approved through the EAC Network. They also offer letters of completion for court mandated hours or community service hours needed for school and churches. Learn more on their website here. Donate Good/Services– In their patchogue location they accept: clothing, furniture, houseware items, baby items, medical equipment, holiday decor, and other items including mattresses! New toys accepted at any of our Competition Auto Group locations. Learn more about donating here. Competition Auto Group is happy to support EJ’S PJS and Angels of Long Island this holiday season! To learn more about their pajama drives visit their website www.ejspjspajamadrive.com or instagram page here. To learn more about Angels of Long Island, visit their website at www.angelsoflongisland.com. Visit Subaru Loves to Help learn more about how you can support those experiencing homelessness in your community. Stop by Competition Subaru of Smithtown and explore our new and pre-owned vehicle inventory! Be sure to check out our service specials and parts & accessories specials! Schedule a service online or stop by our Express Service Center where no appointment is needed. We look forward to seeing you. Visit us today at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY.

For over the last 13 years, through the Subaru Share the Love Event, Subaru of America Inc. and its participating retailers have donated more than $200 million to charity, with customers choosing between four national and over 1,440 hometown charities. Competition Subaru of Smithtown is proud to participate in the Subaru Share the Love Event. It truly personifies our core values as a company and is one of the many ways that we support those in need all across the country. ASPCA The ASPCA has been a leading voice for animals for over 150 years. They provide lifesaving protection and care to animals in need and help give animals a better life. The ASPCA rescues animals from abuse and neglect, introduces and enforces more humane legislation, supports animal shelters across the country, and so much more. Through the Share the Love Event, the ASPCA has had a significant impact on the rescue, transport, and adoption of more than 74,000 animals across the country. The ASPCA’s mission, as stated by founder Henry Bergh in 1866, is “to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States.” Visit aspca.org for more information on ways to give, how you can help, and how to adopt a pet. Make-A-Wish Research shows that children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness. A wish replaces fear with confidence, sadness with joy, and anxiety with hope. The impact of just one wish has the power to transform the lives of everyone involved and helps wish kids and their families believe in better days ahead. In partnership with the Subaru Share the Love Event, Make-A-Wish has granted the life-changing wishes of more than 2,700 kids with critical illnesses. Visit wish.org for more information on how you can get involved, fundraise, volunteer, support, and donate. Meals on Wheels Meals on Wheels America provides leadership to local, community-based programs dedicated to fighting hunger and isolation among our nation’s homebound seniors. Through the Subaru Share the Love Event, Meals on Wheels has helped deliver over 2.5 million meals to America’s seniors. Since 1954, Meals on Wheels has been guided by a single goal to support our senior neighbors to extend their independence and health as they age. What started as a compassionate idea has grown into one of the largest and most effective social movements in America, currently helping nearly 2.4 million seniors annually in virtually every community in the country. Visit mealsonwheelsamerica.org for more information on ways to donate and how to volunteer. National Park Foundation In partnership with the National Park Service, the National Park Foundation improves America’s national parks and programs. Through the Subaru Share the Love Event, the National Park Foundation is able to increase public awareness and engagement across our National Park System and provide critical funding to programs and projects in more than 400 national parks. Working together with a growing community of passionate park champions, the National Park Foundation strives to ensure that all people are able to discover their own personal connections to national parks. Visit nationalparks.org for more information on how you can give, support, and donate. Share The Love at Competition Subaru Competition Subaru of Smithtown chooses a local charity every year to be the recipient of our Share the Love campaign. This year, our Share The Love Event is happening from November 18th, 2021 to January 3rd, 2022. For every vehicle purchased or leased at our dealership during the Share The Love Event, Competition Subaru of Smithtown will donate $250 to your charity of choice which includes national charities such as ASPCA, Make-A-Wish, Meals on Wheels, National Park Foundation, and our local charities such as Stony Brook Children’s Hospital and Paws of War. Stony Brook Children’s Hospital Stony Brook Children’s Hospital offers the most advanced pediatric specialty care in the region. With more than 180 pediatric specialists available, the hospital offers a full range of medical services to help the smallest babies, the sickest children, and the most complex pediatric traumas. Stony Brook Children’s Hospital offers the most advanced pediatric specialty care in the region. With more than 180 pediatric specialists available, the hospital offers a full range of medical services to help the smallest babies, the sickest children, and the most complex pediatric traumas. Paws of War Paws of War trains and places shelter dogs to serve and provide independence to our U.S. military veterans that suffer from the emotional effects of war. In turn, each veteran can experience the therapeutic and unconditional love only a companion animal can bring. Visit pawsofwar.org for more information on ways to give, how to donate, and how to volunteer. The Subaru Share the Love event truly personifies our core values as a company and is one of the many ways that we work to support those in need all across the country and fulfill our Subaru Love Promise. Here at Competition Subaru, we are truly dedicated to positively impacting our local communities and the wonderful people within them, along with the causes that our owners support. Whether you’re headed to Smith Haven Mall to do some holiday shopping, or you’re looking for a new Subaru Crosstrek or Subaru Outback, stop by Competition Subaru of Smithtown! Our team will gladly help you find the Subaru that is perfect for you. Contact us or schedule a service online! Visit us today at our Subaru dealership located at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

This February is Subaru Loves to Help Month and here at Competition Subaru we want to do our part in making a difference to those who are in need. Pax Christi Hospitality Center is an emergency shelter that offers guests who are homeless a safe place to go. They offer case management, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health counseling, linkages to benefits and resources in the community as well as the basics of food and shelter. Pax Christi, offers guests who are homeless a safe alternative to the streets. Pax Christi offers case management, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health counseling, linkages to benefits and resources in the community, as well as the basics of food and shelter. Over 50 active volunteers assist with cleaning, making beds, painting, serving meals and providing food and clothing for guests. Join our team at Competition Subaru and help the Pax Christi hospitality center by donating supplies at our local Subaru dealership located at 601 Middle Country Road in St. James. Any donations will help such as new blankets, Socks, travel size toiletries, new clothes and more! Taking donations until the end of February. All donations are greatly appreciated! Stop by Competition Subaru of Smithtown and explore our new and pre-owned vehicle inventory! Be sure to check out our service specials and parts & accessories specials! Schedule a service online or stop by our Express Service Center where no appointment is needed. We look forward to seeing you. Visit us today at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY.

Since 2007, November has been dedicated to raising awareness for people dealing with homelessness and educating the public on ways to help end homelessness. More than 500,000 Americans are experiencing homelessness and worry about staying warm as the nights grow colder. As we enter the season of giving and as nights get colder, we want to do our part in making a difference to those who need our help during National Homeless Awareness Month. Subaru Loves To Help The Subaru Loves To Help initiative is about supporting those who need it the most in our communities. Subaru of America and Subaru retailers are taking action by partnering with local homeless shelters to personally deliver water-resistant blankets and warm socks to help those in need. Last November, as part of Subaru Loves to Help, Subaru of America and its retailers provided 50,000 warm blankets to homeless shelters across the country. This year, Subaru and its retailers are doing it again to bring the total donation to 100,000 blankets to help those experiencing homelessness. In addition to more blankets, 50,000 pairs of socks will also be donated. Competition Subaru Proud To Support Pax Christi Hospitality Center Competition Subaru will be donating 80 blankets to the Pax Christi Hospitality Center. These blankets feature soft fleece on one side and waterproof material on the other, providing comfort and function for people who may be displaced. The Pax Christi Hospitality Center offers guests who are homeless a safe alternative to the streets. Pax Christi offers case management, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health counseling, linkages to benefits and resources in the community, as well as the basics of food and shelter. Over 50 active volunteers assist with cleaning, making beds, painting, serving meals, and providing food and clothing for guests. This gesture of kindness and warmth shows our support and compassion for those who find themselves without a roof over their heads this season and lets them know that someone is thinking of them. Visit Subaru Loves To Help to learn more about how you can support those experiencing homelessness in your community. Stop by Competition Subaru of Smithtown and explore our new and pre-owned vehicle inventory! Be sure to check out our service specials and parts & accessories specials! Schedule a service online or stop by our Express Service Center where no appointment is needed. We look forward to seeing you. Visit us today at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY.

Embracing, exploring, and appreciating the great outdoors is at the heart of the Subaru brand, and something Subaru owners also cherish. As such, we believe our national parks should be accessible to all who want to visit—and that’s why we’re so excited to share this special announcement with you. Subaru is proud to join REI Co-op Studios and Dustlight Productions in presenting the “Hello, Nature” podcast series. Join host Misha Euceph as she travels to national parks across the country in her Subaru to learn more about their past and present. Keep reading for more details on “Hello, Nature” and its accomplished host. Gain a new perspective on national parks The eight-episode “Hello, Nature” podcast will make you feel as though you’re a passenger on Misha’s journey as she immerses herself in the stories of our national parks through the lens of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) experiences. Seasoned park-goers will appreciate the fresh takes on national parks, and listeners who haven’t yet experienced what national parks have to offer will find inspiration and gain appreciation of our natural world. If you’d like to join Misha in her quest to answer the question, “If the national parks are public, aren’t they supposed to be for everyone?” search for “Hello, Nature” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. About Misha Euceph Misha is a Pakistani-American writer, podcast host, and producer, on a mission to make things that inspire awe. She’s the founder and CEO of Dustlight Productions and Ad Week’s 2019 Producer of the Year. She recently hosted and executive produced season two of “Tell Them, I Am,” presented by Higher Ground Audio and Spotify and produced by Dustlight. The series is about the small defining moments in our lives—the voices are all Muslim; the stories are universal. She is also the Executive Producer of “Renegades: Born in the USA” and “The Michelle Obama Podcast.” Misha’s production company, Dustlight Productions, is a mission-driven audio production and training house. They make shows for and with awesome people and train those who want to push the boundaries of the medium and tell beautiful stories. Subaru supports our national parks Through the Subaru Loves the Earth initiative and partnerships with organizations such as Leave No Trace and the National Park Foundation, Subaru has long been a proponent of keeping our national parks healthy and thriving for generations to come. In total, Subaru has provided more than $68 million to help conserve our parks and to help fund nationwide recycling, composting, and waste reduction operations. Stop by Competition Subaru of Smithtown and explore our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. Test-drive vehicles like the 2021 Subaru Outback or the 2021 Subaru Ascent. Schedule a service online or stop by our Express Service Center where no appointment is needed. Be sure to also check out our new Subaru lease specials, service specials, and parts and accessories specials! Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to seeing you at our Subaru dealership located at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

The Paige Elizabeth Keely Foundation is a nonprofit 501c3 (EIN-84-5024812) organization that was created in honor of Paige Keely, who passed away at the age of 6, due to a brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM). Early AVM detection can help to change the course of this disease. Competition Subaru is proud to support the Paige Keely Foundation at the Wave of Change Gala on October 6th 2021. The Paige Keely Foundation Founder and President Gina Keely created The Paige Elizabeth Keely Foundation in hopes to increase funding for early AVM detection and to raise awareness for AVM’s, educate communities about this treatable condition, and to establish early detection screening programs. The Foundation is working on opening a Brain Imaging Center here on Long Island. This will open so many doors for early detection of not only Brain AVM’s, and Aneurysms, but will also detect other unknown conditions someone may have. Our imaging center will allow any child or adult, insured or not, to have the ability receive MRA imaging. What Are Pediatric AVMs? Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs) are abnormal tangles of arteries and veins that can occur anywhere in the body. These abnormalities are typically congenital and are present at birth. They usually are not detected unless they cause seizures, weakness, or have ruptured and bled in the brain. Neurologic or life threatening sequelae are associated with each hemorrhage. There is a 4% per year risk of hemorrhage once an AVM has become symptomatic. Treatment is required to reduce that risk and subsequent problems associated with additional hemorrhage. Treatment for AVMs can be quite complex and it is critical that patients with this disorder be managed and surgically treated in a center with extensive AVM experience. Causes of Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) The cause of Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) is not known. AVMs are thought to be congenital (present at birth), and researchers believe that they may arise from developmental derangements at the embryonic stage of vessel formation (at the fetal stage). However, this theory has never been clearly established, and some researchers believe that AVMs may arise after birth. Unlike the association of head trauma, or other injuries with the development of dural arteriovenous fistulae (DAVF), there are no known environmental risk factors for AVMs. Most AVMs are termed “sporadic,” which implies that they arise spontaneously without a specific gene mutation being passed on from parent to child. There is no clear familial inheritance, except in families with Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT). HHT patients are at some 10,000 fold higher risk of developing a brain AVM than the non-HHT population. Importance of Early Detection Screening & Scanning Identifying and treating Brain Arteriovenous Malformations & Aneurysms before they rupture can and will save lives. If Brain AVM’s & Aneurysms rupture, effective treatment becomes more difficult, and generally a person’s chances of surviving are much lower. Brain AVM’s & Aneurysms that have not ruptured typically have little to no symptoms, until it’s too late. Wave of Change Gala The Paige Keely Foundation is hosting their upcoming Wave of Change Gala on October 6th 2021. The purpose of the Gala is to honor Paige, AVM Awareness month and to raise funding for our imaging center. All the proceeds of the Gala will be used to fund two MRA imaging machines. Help Make A Difference Please consider making a donation to the Paige Elizabeth Keely Foundation. No family should have to go through the pain of losing a child when early detection could have kept this beautiful 6-year-old child here today. Learn how you can donate and help make a difference here: https://thepaigekeelyfoundation.com/ Stop by Competition Subaru of Smithtown and explore our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. Test-drive vehicles like the 2021 Subaru Outback or the 2021 Subaru Ascent. Schedule a service online or stop by our Express Service Center where no appointment is needed. Be sure to also check out our new Subaru lease specials, service specials, and parts and accessories specials! Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to seeing you at our Subaru dealership located at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!