A LOCAL Sunshine Coast veteran and his family have been donated a car by Cans for Cars champion Sam Tucker.
Young Veterans Sunshine Coast president, Pete Kennedy, said the donated car, a Subaru Forester, was repaired by the Cans for Cars team over the past three months and was going to a well-deserving veteran.
“This motor vehicle will literally change their lives, so it’s really good… he doesn’t know he’s getting the car, and it’s his birthday today too, so he’s going to have a big surprise,” he said.
“Cans for Cars is just such an awesome charity, having the ability for transport will just make a huge difference, not just for veterans but for everyone.”
Cans for Cars was founded by Sam last year and raises funds for cars by collecting recyclable cans and bottles. Since then the charity has developed strong momentum and has given away over a dozen vehicles. With the help of local mechanic the cars are restored and handed over free of charge.
The Subaru was, coincidentally, donated by an 80-year-old veteran.
