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Mike's Carwash Donates $14K to Toys for Tots
DECEMBER 2018 - CINCINNATI, OH
Mike's Carwash donated $14,476.69 to Toys for Tots as a result of their second annual "Wash for Tots" fundraiser on Saturday and Sunday, December 15-16.

During the two-day fundraiser, Mike's 24 locations offered the Ultimate Wash at a discounted price of $15 and for every Ultimate purchased, donated $1 back to the U.S Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program. All locations were also accepting monetary donations.

Toys for Tots' mission is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to the less fortunate children in the community.

"A huge thank you to all the customers that supported our Wash for Tots fundraiser and to the volunteers that helped at our locations during the event," says Ty Dubay, Chief Operating Officer of Mike's Carwash. "We are thrilled to have raised over $14,000 during the event that will support eight local chapters in gifting toys to less fortunate children this holiday season."

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash raises over $20K for The Carriage House during Grand Opening Free Ultimate Wash Weekend
DECEMBER 2018 - FORT WAYNE, IN
The newest Mike's Carwash at 4010 Dupont Road celebrated their grand opening by hosting a Free Ultimate Wash Weekend from December 7-9 and raised $20,019.20 to benefit The Carriage House.

"We have been looking forward to opening on Dupont Road for quite some time and were ecstatic to see the community come out to support us in such a huge way during the Grand Opening event" says Mike Dahm, President of Mike's Carwash. "We are honored to support the Carriage House in their mission of assisting people in the Fort Wayne community in their recovery from mental illness and we know the generosity of our customers will go a long way for this wonderful organization."

"What an incredible weekend! The Carriage House was so honored to work with the great folks at Mike's Carwash and meet so many amazingly generous new friends" says Andy Wilson, Executive Director of The Carriage House. "The support of Mike's and the Fort Wayne community will have a huge impact on our ability to provide the very best quality rehabilitation for men and women with serious mental illness!"

The Carriage House is a certified "Clubhouse Model" program with the singular mission of assisting people in their recovery from mental illness and reintegration into the community. In a non-traditional setting, "members" work side-by-side with staff on meaningful activities, building the confidence and self-esteem to reclaim their lives.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash opens new location on Dupont Road 4010 Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825
NOVEMBER 2018 - FORT WAYNE, IN
Mike's Carwash is officially open at 4010 Dupont Road across from Parkview North Hospital. This is the sixth Mike's Carwash location in Fort Wayne, bringing the company to 24 locations in total.

"We could not be more excited about our new Dupont Road location," says Mike Dahm, President of Mike's Carwash. "We are thrilled to be opening another location in the city where we were founded 70 years ago. We believe the new location will allow our exceptional customer service to really shine, with a nod to new technology that is advancing our industry and helping us deliver on our promise to provide a clean, quick carwash, every time, with a smile."

In honor of the opening, the new Dupont location will host a Grand Opening Free Ultimate Wash Weekend December 7-9. All donations collected throughout the weekend will support The Carriage House and their mission of assisting people in their recovery from mental illness and reintegration into the community.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash donates over $14K to Project Hero
NOVEMBER 2018 - CINCINNATI, OH
Mike's Carwash hosted their third annual 'A Wash With Thanks' fundraiser on Sunday, November 11 resulting in a donation of $14,356 to Project Hero.

In honor of Veterans Day, all 23 Mike's Carwash locations gave away free Basic Washes to veterans and active military members. Veterans were also given the option to upgrade to the Ultimate Wash for just $5 with the proceeds donated back to Project Hero.

"A free carwash is just a small token of our appreciation to all the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces," says Mike Dahm, President of Mike's Carwash. "Thank you to all the veterans, active military members and customers that came through our locations on Sunday and supported Project Hero with a donation."

"The outstanding support Project Hero has received from the third 'A Wash With Thanks' event will make a difference in the lives of our nation's healing heros," said Todd Setter, Chief Operating Officer of Project Hero. "We honor, congratulate and thank Mike's Carwash and the communities that came out to support those who serve our nation and Project Hero as part of this great annual Veterans Day event."

Project Hero is a groundbreaking national non-profit organization dedicated to helping Veterans and First Responders affected by PTSD, TBI and injury restore hope, recovery, and resilience in their daily lives and increasing awareness of the national mental health crisis posed by PTSD and TBI.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash Donates $7,111 to the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne Youth Service Bureau
OCTOBER 2018 - FORT WAYNE / MISHAWAKA
As part of their focus on giving back to the communities they serve, Mike's Carwash donated $7,111.67 to the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne Youth Service Bureau from their fundraiser which was held at all Fort Wayne and Mishawaka Area locations on Saturday, October 20th.

During the one-day event, Mike's donated 50% of the proceeds from all Ultimate Washes purchased in Fort Wayne and Mishawaka to the Youth Service Bureau. Mike's also collected additional donations onsite in Fort Wayne and Mishawaka during the event.

"We are grateful for the support of Mike's Carwash again this year and all of their effort to help us educate the public about our vital work with youth," says Amy Dahm Just, Executive Director of YMCA Youth Service Bureau. "The money donated as a result of this fundraiser will help us continue to serve more youth in need of crisis and intervention services. We look forward to continued growth in the partnership between the YMCA and Mike's Carwash."

Since 1982, the Youth Service Bureau has provided support for troubled youth and their families. While their primary goal is to provide crisis and intervention services, they do so much more. Through advocacy, they give at-risk adolescents the tools, skills and support they need to succeed and grow into thriving adults and community members.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash Donates $1,920 to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Greater Kentucky
OCTOBER 2018 - LOUISVILLE / JEFFERSONVILLE / EVANSVILLE
As part of their focus on giving back to the communities they serve, Mike's Carwash donated $1,920.94 to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Greater Kentucky from their fundraiser which was held at all Louisville, Jeffersonville and Evansville locations on Saturday, October 20th.

During the one-day event, Mike's discounted their Ultimate Wash to $15 and donated $1 from each of these washes purchased in Louisville, Jeffersonville and Evansville to the MDA of Greater Kentucky. Mike's also collected additional donations onsite in Louisville, Jeffersonville and Evansville during the event.

"We are thrilled with the result of our fundraiser and thankful for the generosity of our customers in Louisville, Jeffersonville and Evansville," says Ty Dubay, Chief Operating Officer of Mike's Carwash. "The MDA of Greater KY is doing tremendous work in these communities and we hope that this donation will enable them to support more families affected by muscle-debilitating diseases."

"Thank you to Mike's Carwash and their customers for this generous donation and for raising awareness for our organization" says MDA Executive Director, Jarod Woods. "We are so grateful to the members of the Louisville, Evansville and Jeffersonville communities who showed their support on Saturday to help individuals with muscular dystrophy, ALS and muscle-debilitating diseases truly live unlimited."

Families are at the heart of MDA's mission. A caring and concerned group of families started MDA in 1950, and they continue to relentlessly pursue their promise to free families from the life-threatening effect of muscular dystrophy and muscle-debilitating diseases today.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash Donates $44K to Reds Community Fund
OCTOBER 2018 - CINCINNATI, OH
During on-field ceremonies prior to the Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates game on Sunday, September 30 at Great American Ball Park, representatives from Mike's Carwash presented a check for $44,212 to the Reds Community Fund.

The donation was a result of the proceeds from Mike's BowTie Tuesday promotion. During the 2018 Reds season, Mike's discounted their Ultimate Wash on Wednesdays following a Tuesday Reds win, and donated $1 from each of these washes sold to the Reds Community Fund. The Cincinnati Reds won 12 of 24 Tuesday games during the 2018 season.

"In the past four years, we have raised over $121,000 for the Reds Community Fund through our BowTie Tuesday promotion" says Ty Dubay, chief operating officer of Mike's Carwash. "This was our biggest single-season donation to-date, and we are excited to see the impact it will have on our community! A big thank you to all of our customers that have taken advantage of this promotion year-after-year and, in doing so, have helped us continue to support the important work of the Reds Community Fund!"

"The Reds Community Fund is grateful to Mike's Carwash and to Mike's amazing customers who helped set a new record total for this year's BowTie Tuesday promotion," says Charley Frank, executive director of the Reds Community Fund. "With 12 Tuesday victories, the Reds did their part in helping to raise a remarkable windfall for the Community Fund's baseball and softball-themed programs."

Since its inception in 2001, the Reds Community Fund has been dedicated to improving the lives of youth through its baseball themed outreach efforts. Annually, more than 45,000 kids and coaches from across Reds Country are connected to RCF programs that include the Reds Rookie Success League, Youth Baseball & Softball Funding, Field Renovation, Match Program, Greater Cincinnati RBI and the P&G MLB Cincinnati Reds Youth Academy.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash Donates $11,172 to The Heart Institute at Cincinnati Children's
AUGUST 2018 - CINCINNATI / DAYTON, OH
Mike's Carwash donated $11,172.57 to the Heart Institute at Cincinnati Children's Hospital as a result of their fundraiser at all Cincinnati and Dayton Area Locations on Saturday, August 18th and Sunday, August 19th.

During the two-day event, Mike's 14 Cincinnati and Dayton Area locations offered their Ultimate Wash at a discounted price of $15. For every Ultimate wash purchased in Cincinnati and Dayton on Saturday and Sunday, Mike's donated $1 back to the Heart Institute at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Mike's also collected additional donations onsite in Cincinnati and Dayton during the event.

"We are thrilled with the result of our fundraiser and thankful for the generosity of our customers in Cincinnati and Dayton," says Mike Dahm, president of Mike's Carwash. "Pediatric heart disease affects so many families and we are honored to play a role in the life-changing work that the Heart Institute at Cincinnati Children's is doing."

"We cannot thank everyone enough for their support and participation in the Mike's Carwash Fundraiser last weekend," says Dr. Andrew Redington, co-director of the Heart Institute. "Every single person who came out has helped us change the outcome for kids with heart disease!"

When a child is born with a heart defect or develops heart disease later in life, parents seek the best, most knowledgeable care possible. That's why families from across the nation and around the world choose the Heart Institute at Cincinnati Children's.

The experts at the Heart Institute are transforming the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric heart disease by integrating clinical care, research, and education. Recognized as one of the best pediatric cardiology programs in the nation, Cincinnati Children's specialists and investigators are advancing innovative care and discovering new knowledge about the origins, progression, and treatment of heart disease-beginning at birth and well into adulthood.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash Donates $9,396 to Kilee Gives Back Foundation
JULY 2018 - CINCINNATI, OH
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Mike's Carwash donated $9,396.14 to the Kilee Gives Back Foundation as a result of their fundraiser at all Cincinnati Area Locations on Saturday, July 14th.

Kilee Gives Back During the one-day event, Mike's 11 Cincinnati Area locations offered their Ultimate Wash at a discounted price of $15. For every Ultimate wash purchased in Cincinnati that day, Mike's donated $1 back to the Kilee Gives Back Foundation. Mike's also collected additional donations onsite in Cincinnati during the event.

"We are thrilled with the result of our fundraiser and thankful for the generosity of our customers in Cincinnati," says Ty Dubay, chief operating officer of Mike's Carwash. "Kilee is doing meaningful work in our community and supporting such an outstanding organization in Shriners Hospital for Children - Cincinnati. We are proud to have partnered with her Foundation for this event!"

"Thank you to everyone who supported the fundraising effort by Mike's Carwash and the Kilee Gives Back Foundation," says Kilee Brookbank, founder. "Your kind donation will help better the lives of the children being treated at Shriners Hospitals for Children - Cincinnati!"

When she was 16 years old, Kilee Brookbank suffered burns over 45% of her body as a result of a gas explosion. Inspired to give back, in 2015 Kilee created the Kilee Gives Back Foundation. Kilee is now a 20-year-old junior at Xavier University and her Foundation continues to support the work of Cincinnati-Shriners Hospital for Children, one of the country's premier medical facilities to treat childhood burn victims, as well as those children requiring specialized reconstructive surgery.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash Raises $12,210 for Cincinnati Zoo during Grand Opening Free Wash Weekend
MAY 2018 - CINCINNATI, OH
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The newest Mike's Carwash at 4605 Marburg Avenue celebrated their grand opening by hosting a Free Ultimate Wash Weekend from June 8-10 and raised $12,210 to benefit the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.

"We are thrilled to be a part of the Oakley community and to be a partner with the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden," says Mike Dahm, president of Mike's Carwash. "We are so grateful for the outpouring of support from our customers which gave us the opportunity to raise so much for such a worthy cause. Giving back to the communities we serve is a huge part of who we are and we are proud of the impact this donation will make for the Cincinnati Zo and their 'More Home to Roam' campaign."

"We are fortunate to have great partners like Mike's Carwash in thsi community," said Cincinnati Zoo Director, Thane Maynard. "As one of the oldest nonprofits in the city, partnerships like this are critical to the Zoo's success. Thanks to everyone who came out to Mike's last weekend to support the Zoo. May car was one of the thousands that showed up and looks great. All of the money raised will go directly to our More Home to Roam capital campaign and will be used to create better spaces for animals and better experiences for visitors."

The mission and vision of the Zoo is to create adventure, convey knowledge, conserve nature and serve the community. As one of the oldest nonprofits in the city, the Cincinnati Zoo is nationally recognized as one of the Top 10 zoos in the country.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is know for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities is serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY. The company has two Support Offices at 1310 E. State St. in Fort Wayne, IN and 100 Northeast Dr. In Loveland, OH.
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Mike's Carwash donates $76,053.64 to Big Brothers Big Sisters
MAY 2018 - CINCINNATI, OH
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Mike's Carwash proudly presented a check for $76,053.64 to seven local Big Brothers Big Sisters chapters on Wednesday, May 23.

BBBS The donation was a result of Mike's ninth annual Get a Wash, Give a Future fundraiser. Each year the company partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters for a one-day event and pledges to donate half the proceeds from every Ultimate and Works Wash sold at all 23 locations. This year's event was held on Saturday, May 12 and due to poor weather, the event was extended to include May 19 at Mike's Fort Wayne and Mishawaka stores.

"Year after year, the Mike's Carwash event is an amazing day for Big Brothers Big Sisters," says Deb Haas, marketing and PR director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati. "Our Bigs and Littles, board members, local schools and businesses, cheerleaders and mascots team up to join Big Brothers Big Sisters and Mike's in the effort to raise funds so that we can match more children with mentors. We appreciate the chance to meet and thank the customers and let them know the importance of their - and Mike's - donations. 2018 is the ninth year of this partnership and we cannot thank Mike's Carwash enough for this commitment, generosity and support Big Brothers Big Sisters."

"Thank you to all of our customers that came out during our annual Get a Wash, Give a Future fundraiser in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters," says Mike Dahm, president of Mike's Carwash. "We look forward to this fundraiser every year and could not give back in a such a way without the support of all our team members and customers!"

For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been empowering children to succeed through mentorship programs. They are proof that caring role models really do make a difference. According to national research, Little Brothers and Sisters are 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs, 27% less likely to begin using alcohol and 52% less likely to ship school.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY. The company has two Support offices at 1310 E. State St. in Fort Wayne, IN and 100 Northeast Dr. in Loveland, OH.
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Mike's Carwash to Open New Location in Fort Wayne 4010 Dupont Road
APRIL 2018 - FORT WAYNE, IN
Mike's Carwash has officially closed on property in Fort Wayne and will soon begin construction on a new location on Dupont Road. The new store will tentatively open at the end of 2018 and will be the sixth Mike's Carwash in Fort Wayne. The new location will bring the company to a total of 24 locations in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky.

"The Fort Wayne community is extra special to us since it is where we were founded 70 years ago," says Mike Dahm, president of Mike's Carwash. "We are thrilled to be adding a sixth Mike's location to the area and believe that the new store will allow our exceptional customer service to really shine."

"We are excited to be growing our team and adding jobs to the market," says Ty Dubay, chief operating officer of Mike's Carwash. "At Mike's, we know the most integral part of our success is our team members and that's why we invest so much into them including competitive pay, award-winning training and benefits for full-time associates."

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY. The company has two Support offices at 1310 E. State St. in Fort Wayne, IN and 100 Northeast Dr. in Loveland, OH.
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Mike's Carwash opens new location in Oakley Station 4605 Marburg Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45209
APRIL 2018 - CINCINNATI, OH
Mike's Carwash is officially open at 4605 Marburg Avenue in Oakley Station. This is the 10th Mike's Carwash location in Cincinnati, bringing the company to 23 stores total. The new Mike's is located behind Crossroads Church, between the Kroger Fuel Station and Olive Garden.

"We could not be more excited about our new Oakley location. It is such a beautiful community and we are thrilled to now be a part of it," says Mike Dahm, president of Mike's Carwash. "We truly believe that our team members make the difference and that the new store will allow our exceptional customer service to really shine."

In honor of the opening, the new Oakley location will host a Grand Opening Free Ultimate Wash Weekend on June 8-10. All donations collected throughout the weekend will support the Cincinnati Zoo and its mission and vision to create adventure, convey knowledge, conserve nature and serve the community.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY. The company has two Support offices at 1310 E. State St. in Fort Wayne, IN and 100 Northeast Dr. in Loveland, OH.
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Mike's Carwash becomes Official Carwash of the Cincinnati Zoo
JANUARY 2018 - CINCINNATI, OH
Mike's Carwash, the Official Carwash of the Cincinnati Zoo, announces it is kicking off its partnership by offering discounted carwashes to Cincinnati Zoo visitors. Mike's will feature a $4 off the Ultimate Wash coupon on the Cincinnati Zoo ticket backs as well as through the Zoo's online store.

"As we continue to grow in the Cincinnati market, partnering with the zoo seemed like a natural fit," says Mike Dahm, president of Mike's Carwash. "And we could not be more excited to be the Official Carwash of the Cincinnati Zoo. We are thrilled to be working with an organization that takes pride and places value in teamwork, fun, accountability and passon - just like we do."

As one of the oldest nonprofits in the city, the Cincinnati Zoo is nationally recognized as one of the top 10 zoos in the country.

In the spring, Mike's will be hosting a Grand Opening Free Ultimate Wash Weekend for their new Oakley location that will raise money to support the Zoo's initiatives. These initiatives include the care and sustainability of 500 animal and 3,0000 plant species, ground-breaking conservation efforts and educational outreach programs which reach more than 330,000 students annually.

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash donates $7,683.13 to Mad Anthonys Children's Hope House
JANUARY 2018 - FORT WAYNE, IN
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Mike's Carwash donated $7,683.13 to Mad Anthonys Children's Hope House as a result of their Wash for Hope event on January 27-28.

MACHH During the two-day fundraiser, Mike's five Fort Wayne locations offered the Ultimate Wash at a discounted price and for every Ultimate purchased, donated $1 back to Mad Anthonys Children's Hope House. Mike's Fort Wayne locations also accepted monetary donations.

"Our staff and volunteers had an amazing experience partnering with Mike's Carwash last Saturday. Their generosity and that of their customers was truly humbling. These funds will help us provide respite to our families when respite is needed most," says Anthony Gritzmaker, executive director of Mad Anthonys Children's Hope House.

The mission of Mad Anthonys Children's Hope House is to offer temporary, minimal-cost lodging to parents and families of children receiving medical care away from home; to provide families with a place of comfort, hope and emotional support; to serve families regardless of race, gender, religious or political affiliation; and never turn away any family due to inability to pay.

"A huge thank you to all of our Fort Wayne customers that supported our Wash for Hope fundraiser and to our team members for their hard work during the event," says Ty Dubay, chief operating officer of Mike's Carwash. "We are thrilled to have donated over $7,000 to such a deserving organization."

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash donates $37K to the Marvin Lewis Community Fund
JANUARY 2018 - CINCINNATI, OH
Mike's Carwash presented a check for $37,779.88 to the Marvin Lewis Community Fund after the final Bengals game of the season against the Baltimore Ravens.

The donation was a result of all of the proceeds from Mike's "2 Sacks You Save" promotion during the Bengals 2017/2018 season. Mike's pledged to donate $1 to the Marvin Lewis Community Fund for each Ultimate Wash purchased the day after the Bengals recorded two or more sacks in a game. The Bengals recorded 2+ sacks in 11 out of the 16 games played this season.

"Thanks to Mike's Carwash, we will be able to help fund more scholarships for students to go to college," says Coach Marvin Lewis. "The money raised by the support of the community following a strong defensive performance will make the difference in people's lives."

The Marvin Lewis Community Fund's mission is to empower youth education throughout Greater Cincinnati. What began as a small organization in 2003, has grown into a nonprofit that gives back through its own outrach programs and community initiatives.

"Giving back to the community is a huge part of the Mike's Carwash culture and thanks to the Bengals Defense activating our promotion 11 times throughout the season, we were able to more than double last year's donation," says Greg Ries, executive vice president of Mike's Carwash. "Thank you to all who supported our promotion throughout the season, allowing us to donate $37,779.88 this year and a combined donation of $55,098.20 in the past two years!"

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.
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Mike's Carwash Celebrates 70 Years
JANUARY 2018 - LOVELAND, OH
Mike's Carwash will reach a milestone this June, celebrating 70 years in the car wash industry. The company has grown from being Indiana's first automated car wash in 1948 to one of the largest exterior-only car wash chains in the nation.

Mike's Carwash plans to commemorate the 70th anniversary with numerous celebratory customer giveaways, a 70 Year sweepstakes and a 'Mike's Day' in June, offering discounted washes at all 23 locations.

"It gives me great pride to be celebrating our 70th anniversary," says Joe Dahm, founder of Mike's Carwash. "We have come a long way since my brother, Ed, and I started the business in 1948, but we've held fast to one goal: delivering a clean, quick carwash every time, with a smile to each customer. I've always said,'We're really in the people business, we just happen to wash cars' and I believe much of our success stems directly from treating our boss, the customer, to the best possible experience, every time they visit."

Millions of cars have passed through Mike's wash tunnels since 1948 and the company has grown to 23 locations in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. Mike's has won various awards over the years including Best Employers in Ohio 2014-2017, Best Places to Work in Indiana, and the Goering Center Family & Private Business All Star Award.

"We owe our success to our dedicated team members and loyal customers," says Mike Dahm, president of Mike's Carwash. "And we would like to use our big anniversary as an opportunity to recognize and thank all of the individuals that have worked for and patronized our locations for the past 70 years. We are looking forward to many more years of washing cars and bringing smiles to the communities we serve."

Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1948, Mike's Carwash is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. The company is known for its state-of-the-art carwash technology, friendly customer service and its dedication to the communities it serves. Mike's has locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Jeffersonville and Mishawaka, IN, Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, Florence and Louisville, KY.