TL;DR
- Koeppel Kares strengthens the community through philanthropy, including Pink Day which raises essential awareness and funds for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Queens.
- Equal opportunity is championed through the QSAC work program, providing essential skills for participants with autism. Local heroes are supported via the demanding FDNY Climb to SUMMIT
- Koeppel Nissan provides comprehensive customer service, reliable repairs, and vehicles from Jackson Heights, forging community connections across the NYC region.
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Our commitment to the communities we serve extends far beyond the transactions that take place at our Jackson Heights location. We view every customer and neighbor in Queens NY, New York NY, Brooklyn NY, Manhattan NY, and the Bronx NY as part of our extended community. This foundational belief in community connection drives the mission of the Koeppel Kares initiative, a focused campaign designed to create meaningful impact and demonstrate genuine compassion for our customers, employees, and local area.
Through Koeppel Kares, we continually dedicate our efforts to giving back and enhancing the lives of those around us. This dedication to dealership-led philanthropy has even been recognized nationally, receiving the MediaPost Best Campaign Activation Award for a Dealer Group during the 2024 New York Auto Show. The foundation of this successful community outreach rests on our deep involvement in key initiatives centered on health awareness, equitable opportunity, and celebrating the efforts of our local heroes.
Koeppel Nissan has long been forging connections in the area. This unwavering commitment to philanthropy ensures that while we meet automotive needs, we also serve as a hub for positive social change. The efforts detailed below highlight how we actively participate in community events designed to uplift, support, and honor the vibrancy and diversity of Queens.
Pink Day in support of Making Strides Queens
Promoting community health and awareness is a vital element of the Koeppel Kares mission. One of our most visible and heartfelt annual traditions is Pink Day, held in support of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Queens. This initiative is a powerful, community-driven effort that unites individuals in the crucial fight against breast cancer.
Every year, as October arrives and Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, Koeppel Nissan transforms its premises. We encourage both employees and customers to participate in this tradition, where our environment becomes a sea of pink. This collective and visible display of support serves a dual purpose. It raises significant awareness about the critical importance of early detection and prevention. Simultaneously, it fosters a profound sense of unity within the community, showing solidarity with every person affected the disease.
At the very core of this annual commitment is the Pink Day Raffle. This engaging and charitable initiative is meticulously designed to raise necessary funds for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Queens. Participation is straightforward and meaningful: employees and customers make a donation, and in return, they receive raffle ticket(s) for a chance to win grand prizes, such as tickets to NBA Games.
All proceeds generated directly support the breast cancer cause. The Pink Day Raffle acts not only as an essential fundraiser, drawing financial resources to the fight against breast cancer, but also as a powerful opportunity for the community to convene, exchange personal narratives, and reinforce the collective importance of awareness. This event is a shining illustration of how the Koeppel Kares approach champions public health and emotional support within the Queens community.
Quality Service for the Autism Community (QSAC) Work Experience
We firmly believe that true community strength comes from expanding opportunities for everyone, especially those who may face unique challenges in professional environments. Our partnership with Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC) demonstrates this value clearly. QSAC is recognized as a leading non-profit organization dedicated entirely to supporting individuals with autism and their families.
Working alongside QSAC, Koeppel Auto Group developed and initiated a truly transformative work experience program. The purpose of this program is focused on providing valuable real-world experience to participants. Individuals from QSAC are given the unique chance to engage in meaningful work across various departments within Koeppel Auto Group. This structure ensures exposure to a wide array of professional settings and responsibilities.
The program's structure is intentionally supportive and inclusive. This environment allows individuals with autism to focus on developing essential skills, gaining practical professional experience, and significantly building confidence in a workplace setting. This initiative provides critical steps toward equal opportunity and professional integration.
Our support for QSAC extends past this structured work program. Koeppel Auto Group is also a dedicated sponsor of QSAC’s annual Believe Gala, providing substantial assistance with a $15,000 donation or contributing a new vehicle. Additionally, we are proud sponsors of QSAC’s Golf Outing. These consistent acts of patronage underline our comprehensive dedication to the success and well-being of the QSAC community and its participants. This partnership is a key part of how Koeppel Kares helps foster an environment of equal opportunity and inclusivity in the broader New York area.
FDNY Foundation Climb to SMMIT
The heart of a community relies on the dedication and bravery of its first responders. Our initiatives consistently honor these local heroes, none more dramatically than our participation in the FDNY Foundation Climb to SUMMIT.
On Sunday, May 4, 2025, employees representing Koeppel Auto Group joined other devoted climbers for this remarkable and demanding event at the iconic One Vanderbilt in New York City. The challenge required participants to race up an impressive 1,100 feet into the sky, continuing all the way to the SUMMIT of One Vanderbilt.
This rigorous climb served a highly critical purpose: to highlight the utmost importance of physical fitness for the brave FDNY firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics. These selfless individuals are constantly ready to respond at a moment’s notice. They routinely confront challenging conditions, and their preparedness and physical fitness play an absolutely crucial role in their ability to save lives effectively.
The funds raised through this dedicated effort are directed toward the purchase of stair climbers. These essential tools are distributed to FDNY firehouses and EMS stations. Equipping these stations with stair climbers aids emergency personnel in their daily physical training and duties, ensuring they remain ready to serve the community effectively.
Our employees demonstrated unwavering support for these heroes. Their efforts directly impact the safety and well-being of FDNY members. The climb itself was demanding physically, serving as a powerful testament to community spirit and teamwork. Just as fire response teams collaborate seamlessly in the line of duty, the dedicated fundraising efforts of each climber worked together to support this team initiative. The participation from Koeppel Nissan employees in this event is a source of pride, reinforcing our commitment to supporting the men and women who keep our metropolitan area safe.
A Legacy of Local Commitment
The collective power of initiatives like the Pink Day Raffle, the QSAC Work Experience Program, and the FDNY Foundation Climb to SUMMIT demonstrates the far-reaching impact of Koeppel Kares across health, opportunity, and hero support. We are dedicated to maintaining a high standard of compassionate, meaningful philanthropy. We are determined to continue investing in the future of the communities across Queens, New York NY, and beyond.
We strive to create lifelong connections with drivers, and our dedication to you goes well past the test drive. Our team is focused on providing reliable repairs, comprehensive financing options, and the guidance needed to help you succeed as a driver. Visit us in Jackson Heights and experience our unique brand of customer service, vast selection of new and used Nissans, and expertise on Nissan models!