HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill.,
Jan. 19, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- It
is estimated that 1 in 4 children in America grow up without
learning to read. In an effort to promote reading and learning
skills in elementary school children, CDK Global has partnered with
Walker Acura during NADA to support literacy and educational
opportunities for at risk and under-served children in New
Orleans.
"Literacy is a cause that I hold near and dear to my heart. By
providing a child with the ability to read and write you are
handing them a world full of opportunities and equipping them with
foundational skills for future success," says Malcolm Thorne, CDK Global Chief Strategy
Officer. "I am delighted to partner with Walker Acura and bring a
charitable aspect to the annual NADA Convention."
Donations raised through collections from CDK Global employees,
a generous company match and monies collected at their NADA booth
will be combined with Acura Walker employee and client donations
and given to two New Orleans
elementary schools. Each school principal will be able to use
the funds within the First Book Marketplace, which includes books
and/or school supplies that are discounted from 50%-60% off retail
prices. Books can be purchased for as little as 25 cents.
"We have a strong commitment to helping our community and we
focus on making a difference in the lives of our children," says
Susan Walker, Dealer Principal,
Walker Acura. "I am thrilled to partner with CDK Global and
bring the joy of reading to all the children in our area."
To donate to this charitable event, visit
https://firstbook.fundly.com/cdk-walker-acura-literacy-campaign/ or
visit the CDK Global booth during the NADA convention being held
January 27 – 29.
About CDK Global
With more than $2 billion in revenues, CDK Global (Nasdaq:
CDK) is a leading global provider of integrated information
technology and digital marketing solutions to the automotive retail
and adjacent industries. Focused on evolving the automotive retail
experience, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers in more than
100 countries around the world, serving more than 27,000 retail
locations and most automotive manufacturers. CDK's solutions
automate and integrate all parts of the dealership and buying
process from targeted digital advertising and marketing campaigns
to the sale, financing, insuring, parts supply, repair and
maintenance of vehicles. Visit www.cdkglobal.com.
About Walker Motor Corporation
Serving the
Metairie, Louisiana area, Walker
Acura and Volkswagen dealerships, are your premier retailer of new
and used Acura and Volkswagen vehicles. Our dedicated sales staff
and top-trained technicians are here to make your auto shopping
experience fun, easy and financially advantageous.
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