Episode 1 - How Carfest Is Rebuilding Lives—One Vehicle at a Time

IntroductionIn this powerful episode of Beyond Giving, host Zac “The Nonprofit Guy” dives into an inspiring conversation with Andrew from the Community of Automotive Professionals, the driving force behind CarFest SA — one of the largest free automotive festivals in Texas.Andrew shares the heart and hustle behind CarFest, a massive community-driven event where garages and volunteers come together to repair vehicles for families in need, donate cars through raffles, and support local nonprofits — all while creating an unforgettable weekend of fun, food, and giving back.Host: Zac Brown: LinkedInGuest: Andrew Brooks: LinkedInFind Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBoostChannelWebsite: https://theboost.fm/We explore:The origin of CarFest and Andrew’s journey from ranch life and marketing to community leadershipThe life-changing vehicle repair and donation program for underserved families CarFest, which connects graduating tech students with employers in the automotive industryA sneak peek at new programs, including Wrench Wars, MMA Fights, and a Teen Driver Safety ProgramPlans to expand CarFest nationwide and build a scalable playbook for impact in more citiesHow you can get involved as a volunteer, donor, or garage partner📍Event Details:📅 Event Dates: APRIL 4 – 6TH, 2025 | FRIDAY 6-10PM | SATURDAY 10-8PM | SUNDAY 10-6PM |📍 Location: Freeman Coliseum Expo Hall, San Antonio, Texas 🎟️ Get your free ticket here!🌐 carfestsa.org🎁 Highlights:🚗 10 Car Giveaways – Win big on Saturday & Sunday!🔥 100+ Cars on Display – From stunning classics to jaw-dropping custom builds!🚙 Friday Night Cruise-In & Friday Night Fights – Nonstop entertainment!🎡 Family Fun Zone & Kiddie Car Giveaways – A blast for all ages!🛍 Retail, Artisan & Non-Profit Vendors – Discover unique products & services!🍔 Food Trucks & Local Eats – Indulge in delicious festival favorites!🎟 Best of all – It’s FREE! Don’t miss out on this exciting community event!💥 Get Involved:📱 Follow CarFest on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok (@carfestsa) 🚗 Donate a vehicle or sponsor: carfestsa.orgSponsor Shoutouts:Big thanks to O’Reilly Auto Parts, BG Products, Jasper Engines & Transmissions, Red McCombs, Beluga Air, and all the fantastic local garages and community partners.🎧 Tune in and be inspired by how something as simple as a car can change a life. And remember — cars, cash, people: that’s how we change the world.