In 2021, Tommy’s Express partnered with the American Heart Association (AHA) on a national marketing campaign. During the month of February, for all new TommyClub members who purchased The WORKS wash, Tommy’s Express automatically donated a portion of the proceeds back to the national nonprofit organization.  

A few Tommy’s Express employees at the corporate headquarters have personal connections to the Grand Rapids, Michigan chapter of the American Heart Association.

In June of 2022, eight female Tommy’s Express employees attended the local Go Red for Women luncheon. Featuring inspiration, education, and community among women, the lunch was a call to know your heart health numbers and draw attention to heart disease.  

Go Red for Women

The American Heart Association movement Go Red for Women was launched in 2004 with the goal of raising awareness and fighting a woman’s greatest heath threat — cardiovascular disease.

Today, Go Red for Women not only advocates for the health of all women but also funds lifesaving research and educates women across the United States and around the world. It is committed to removing the unique barriers women face to experiencing better health and well-being. 

Here are three facts you need to know about women and cardiovascular disease: 
 

1. Cardiovascular disease kills more women than all forms of cancer combined, and yet only 44% of women recognize that cardiovascular disease is their greatest health threat. 
     

2. Among females 20 years and older, nearly 45% are living with some form of cardiovascular disease, and less than 50% of women entering pregnancy in the United States have good heart health. 
     

3. Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of new moms and accounts for over one-third of maternal deaths. Black women have some of the highest maternal mortality rates. 
    

Sparking CPR education and training

The Tommy’s Express employees were inspired at the lunch. Together, they initiated annual first aid/CPR training at offices in Michigan and asked to have AEDs available at all Tommy’s Express offices and warehouses.  
 
The American Red Cross offers a variety of training and certification options, both in-person and online.  

Are you up-to-date on training? Could you help in an emergency? Shorter response times save lives. 

Do you own a business? Learn more about CPR training for your employees.  

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For the month of February, Tommy’s Express Car Wash locations will donate a portion of the membership proceeds from newly purchased #1 WORKS wash TommyClub Memberships to support the life-saving work of the AHA.

How it works

• To join TommyClub, download the Tommy’s Express app from either Google Play or the App Store and follow the prompts.
• Once you’re signed up in the app, and your license plate number is registered, you can visit Tommy’s Express for unlimited car washes and automatic entry through the APP lane—no radio tags or punch cards required!
• During February, Tommy’s Express will automatically donate a portion of the proceeds from all new TommyClub members at the #1 WORKS wash level to the American Heart Association.
• You can enjoy a month of unlimited car washing, knowing that your patronage is supporting invaluable, ground-breaking research that will help save and improve lives all around the world!

About the American Heart Association

For decades heart disease has ended more lives in the United States—and the world—than any other single cause of death. And on the global stage, stroke ranks at number two.

From its first meeting in 1924, the American Heart Association has worked on new treatments and research to better understand and cure these terrible conditions and prevent the death, pain, and disability that they cause.

With over 2,800 employees and more than 40 million volunteers and supporters, the AHA has grown to become the United States’ oldest and largest volunteer organization of its kind, with over 4.5 billion dollars invested in cutting-edge medical and technical research focusing on heart disease and stroke treatment, recovery, and prevention.

About Tommy’s Express Car Wash

Since 2016 Tommy’s Express Car Wash has set a new standard for modern, professional car washing in the United States.

With a fully-integrated, custom-designed building and car wash equipment line, the TommyClub unlimited wash membership and digital app, and unbeatable customer service, Tommy’s Express Car wash are ready to be your life-long car wash partner.

Visit the Tommy’s Express homepage or check your local Tommy’s Express’ Facebook page to learn more.

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