Community
We Help Everyone Shine
At ZIPS Car Wash, we love giving back to the community—it’s one of our most important values. From fundraisers and silent auction support for schools and non-profit groups to supporting those who serve through military offers, we’re all about uplifting those around us and driving change by supporting local communities.
Student Spotlight
WILLIAM MAYNARD
Seventh-grader William Maynard of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and son of decorated Army Corporal Aaron Steffen, is a proud Folds of Honor scholarship recipient. He enjoys traveling, baseball, fishing, and video games. William continues to honor his father, who bravely served for four years in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
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RAYDEN MCVEY
Third-grader Rayden McVey of Edmond, Oklahoma, and son of decorated Lance Corporal Mitchell McVey, is a Folds of Honor scholarship recipient along with his siblings. He enjoys baseball and paintball in his free time. His father, Mitchell, who served for four years in Operation Iraqi Freedom, inspires Rayden to be respectful to all.
Student Spotlight
MALIA MCVEY
The daughter of Lance Corporal Mitchell McVey, ninth-grade student Malia McVey of Edmond, Oklahoma, joins her brothers as a Folds of Honor scholarship recipient. Passionate about barrel racing and English horseback riding, she draws inspiration from her father’s decorated service, which includes the National Defense Service Medal.
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ASHER MCVEY
Asher McVey, the son of decorated Lance Corporal Mitchell McVey and a second-grade student in Edmond, Oklahoma, is the youngest Folds of Honor scholarship recipient among his siblings. His favorite activities include BMX and baseball. Asher embraces his father’s values, reflecting Mitchell’s service in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
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NICK JESSIE JAVIER
University of Kentucky student Nick Jessie Javier of Louisville, Kentucky, and son of Army Master Sergeant Michael Patrick Webb, is a Folds Honor Higher Education Scholarship recipient. He is inspired by his father’s decorated service, and is majoring in Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering with the goal of creating industrial robotics to build cars and other products.
Nick was recognized at the Re-Grand Opening of ZIPS Car Wash in Louisville as part of the ZIPS 20th Anniversary Give Back Tour.
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ALYDIA FAITH FLOWERS
University of Kentucky Biology Major Alydia Faith Flowers of Louisville, Kentucky is the daughter of Army Sergeant First Class Alvin Bernard Flowers, and a Folds Honor Higher Education Scholarship recipient. Inspired by her father’s service, her goal is to one day become an anesthesiologist.
Alydia was recognized at the Re-Grand Opening of ZIPS Car Wash in Louisville as part of the ZIPS 20th Anniversary Give Back Tour.
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ORIN "DENZEL" DUNHAM
Fifth grader Denzel Dunham of Louisville, Kentucky is the son of Army Sergeant First Class Orin Dunham, and—along with his sister—is a Folds Honor Scholarship recipient. He is passionate about airplanes and gymnastics, and enjoys playing basketball and Roblox. He honors his father’s memory and his 22 years of brave service.
Orin was recognized at the Re-Grand Opening of ZIPS Car Wash in Louisville as part of the ZIPS 20th Anniversary Give Back Tour.
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DOMINIQUE "NIQUE" JANAE DUNHAM
Nique Dunham, daughter of Army Sergeant First Class Orin Dunham and a tenth-grade Honor Roll student in Louisville, Kentucky is a proud Folds Honor Scholarship recipient. She enjoys drawing, shopping, and gymnastics, and in her free time loves making TikToks. Inspired by her father’s memory and his service to his country, she wants to one day be a psychologist.
Dominique was recognized at the Re-Grand Opening of ZIPS Car Wash in Louisville as part of the ZIPS 20th Anniversary Give Back Tour.
Success Stories
Veterans Welcome Home Resource Center
-Chuck Wimer, Director of Hutton House“VWHRC is deeply indebted to wonderful organizations like ZIPS Car Wash for their contributions to our mission -- which is helping veterans in need."
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Solar Preparatory School:
- Heather Hill, Solar Preparatory for Boys“Working with ZIPS was such a great experience, out of all the companies I have worked with ZIPS was hands down, the easiest, fastest and most professional. The team at Ross Ave. made our car wash charity fun for the kids!”
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Springdale Public School:
–Damon Donnell, Director of Student Services, Springdale, AR Public Schools"Zips Car Wash is the BEST fundraiser on the PLANET! Zips professional and courteous staff makes fundraising a breeze!"
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Alpha Omega Veterans Services
-Vicki Azlin, Director of Development“Community partnerships like this have a significant impact on Memphis and its people. This partnership makes a tangible difference in our veterans’ lives.”
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Combat Impact Outdoors
-B.J. Lawrence, President"Because of ZIPS generosity, we are able to further our mission by increasing the number of combat veterans on our cost-free outdoor adventures which results in improved mental health and well-being."