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Foothills Academy Society receives a donation of tires from Kal Tire.

Published: Sept. 27, 2024 11:17 a.m.

Kal Tire, a leading provider of tire and automotive services across Canada, has supported Foothills Academy Society by donating a brand-new set of tires to the organization. Kal Tire’s Tires for Good program provides tire donations to non-profits for use in their vehicles or fundraising efforts. The program is open to all non-profits and charities across Canada, from the first week of January until August 31st every year.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Foothills Acadmey Society receives a donation of tires from Kal Tire. Calgary, Alberta – September 27, 2024 – Kal Tire, a leading provider of tire and automotive services across Canada, has supported Foothills Academy Society by donating a brand-new set of tires to the organization. Kal Tire’s Tires for Good program provides tire donations to non-profits for use in their vehicles or fundraising efforts. The program is open to all non-profits and charities across Canada, from the first week of January until August 31st every year.

Foothills Academy Society is a Registered Charity based in Calgary which offers specialized educational programs and comprehensive wrap-around services for children and youth with Learning Disabilities and ADHD. The donated tires will be used to maintain one of the vans, which is critical to their day-to-day operations, enabling the organization to continue providing essential transportation for our school students and our Community Services clients.

“We are deeply grateful to Kal Tire for their continued generosity,” said Dr. Karen MacMillan, Executive Co-Director of Foothills Academy Society. “Their ongoing support helps ensure the safety and reliability of our transportation, which is a key part of our ability to serve families in the Calgary community.”

Kal Tire’s Tires for Good program reflects the company’s commitment to making a positive impact in the communities where it operates.

“We are proud to support organizations whose outreach positively affects the lives of children and families in their communities,” said Bret Morley, Manager, Kal Tire (North Hill). “Through the Tires for Good program, Kal Tire is committed to giving back to organizations like the Foothills Academy Society who are driving meaningful change.”

Foothills Academy Society strives to provide financially accessible support to families in Calgary and beyond, helping students and individuals with Learning Disabilities and ADHD maximize their potential through education and wrap-around services.

For more information about Kal Tire’s Tires for Good program, organizations are encouraged to contact their local Kal Tire store or visit www.kaltire.com.

Media Contact for Foothills Academy Society:
Alexandra Watson Manager of Marketing and Communications Foothills Academy Society
Phone: 403.270.9400
Email: awatson@foothillsacademy.org
Website: www.foothillsacademy.org

Media Contact for Kal Tire:
Kyla Braun Marketing & Community Programs Coordinator Kal Tire
Phone: 250.300.5226
Email: Kyla_Braun@kaltire.com
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About Foothills Academy: Foothills Academy Society is a non-profit organization that has been providing high-quality education and wrap-around services to individuals with learning disabilities since 1979.

About Kal Tire: Kal Tire is a trusted leader in tire services and solutions, providing expert care to drivers across Canada for over 70 years.