Honoring Service and Sacrifice: ZIPS Car Wash Celebrates 20 Years with Folds of Honor Scholarship

Nov 15, 2024 at 4:00 PM
In a heartwarming display of patriotism and community support, ZIPS Car Wash partnered with the University of Texas Arlington ROTC and the Dallas Police Department to host a Flag Raising Ceremony at its newly remodeled location in Dallas. This event marked the final stop on the company's 20th Anniversary Give Back Tour, showcasing its commitment to honoring U.S. service members and their families.

Empowering Military Families Through Education

Celebrating 20 Years of Giving Back

ZIPS Car Wash's 20th anniversary celebration has been a testament to the company's dedication to supporting military families. The festivities kicked off in March with the giveaway of 20 ZIPS unlimited wash club memberships and 20,000 free car washes. The grand finale of this celebratory tour was the Flag Raising Ceremony, where ZIPS proudly announced its total donation of over $92,000 to the Folds of Honor organization.This remarkable contribution was made possible through the generosity of ZIPS customers, who helped raise over $72,000 for student scholarships since the anniversary celebration began on June 4, 2024. The company's commitment to honoring U.S. service members and their families is evident in its ongoing partnership with Folds of Honor, a nonprofit that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled service members.

Recognizing Exceptional Scholarship Recipients

At the Flag Raising Ceremony, ZIPS Car Wash recognized its 20th Folds of Honor scholarship recipient for 2024, Kylie Michelle Jackson. Kylie is the daughter of U.S. Army Major Karras Kenyetta Jackson, who served 24 years in the U.S. Army, including deployments to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.Kylie, a senior at Bishop Dunne Catholic School in Cedar Hill, Texas, plans to major in nursing and become a NICU nurse, fulfilling her lifelong dream. ZIPS Car Wash's support through the Folds of Honor scholarship will help Kylie and other military families take the next step in their educational journey, even amid the sacrifices they have made in service to their country.

Honoring Service and Sacrifice

The Flag Raising Ceremony was a poignant moment, as the University of Texas Arlington ROTC and the Dallas Police Department came together to raise the American flag at the ZIPS Car Wash location. This symbolic gesture served as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by U.S. service members and their families.ZIPS Car Wash's 20th Anniversary Give Back Tour has been a remarkable celebration of the company's commitment to supporting military families. Through its partnership with Folds of Honor, ZIPS has not only raised significant funds for student scholarships but has also provided a platform to recognize and honor the service and sacrifice of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting our nation.As ZIPS Car Wash looks ahead to the next 20 years, its dedication to giving back to the community and supporting military families remains unwavering. This event serves as a shining example of how businesses can make a meaningful impact by leveraging their resources and partnerships to uplift and empower those who have sacrificed so much for our country.