Celebrating friendship and inclusion with every step at the Bean Automotive Group Walking4Friendship 3k & Family Carnival

MIAMI, FL – Bean Automotive Group sponsored Friendship Circle’s 16th Annual Walking4Friendship 3k, a family-friendly event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for individuals with special needs. This year’s event took place at the brand new Friendship Campus, and brought together community members, local businesses, and supporters for a meaningful day of connection, inclusion, and fun!

Founded in 2004 and directed by Rabbi Yossi and Nechama Harlig, Friendship Circle of Miami is a non-profit organization that builds lasting friendships and cultivates life skills for special needs children, teens, and adults. They’re currently expanding their services to a new, state-of-the-art campus where they will be able to help even more families in Miami-Dade County.

“Years ago, Friendship Circle was a dream of the Harlig’s. Today, you see this incredible campus,” said Chris Roberts, President and CEO of Bean Automotive Group. “This is where local business joins our community in supporting great causes, and that’s something Bean Automotive Group believes in and will continue to do.”

Proceeds from the Bean Automotive Group Walking4Friendship 3k & Family Carnival will support Friendship Circle’s mission to provide social, recreational, and educational programs for children and adults with disabilities, creating opportunities for meaningful interactions and long-lasting relationships.

From left to right: Friendship Circle of Miami Directors Rabbi Yossi and Nechama Harlig, Bean Automotive Group Dealer Principal Lori Bean, Bean Automotive Group President and CEO Chris Roberts

“It’s so heartwarming to have a community partner like Bean Automotive Group,” said Rabbi Yossi Harlig, Executive Director of Friendship Circle of Miami. “Not only do they sell cars, they give back to the community. Our relationship with them is something so special, and we can’t thank them enough for giving back to the community, especially the special needs community.”

Participants and sponsors at the event collectively raised over $185,000, ensuring Friendship Circle’s vital services continue to enrich the lives of individuals with special needs, their families, and the broader community.

About Bean Automotive Group
Since 1969, Bean Automotive Group has been committed to serving its customers as the leading auto dealer in South Florida.  A customer-centric focus differentiates them in the industry, providing car shoppers with a simplified buying process. Treating associates and employees with the utmost ethical standards, Dealer Principal Lori Bean is recognized as one of the industry’s top women leaders.  The group serves its 700 associates through fitness and wellness programs, earning it the title as South Florida’s Healthiest Employer. Above and beyond, Bean Automotive Group gives back to its community through volunteer hours and corporate contributions to Live Like Bella® Childhood Cancer, Habitat for Humanity, Friendship Circle of Miami, and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, among others. For a full list of charitable partners please visit www.beanauto.com/community. Visit Bean Automotive Group’s sales and service locations at Kendall Toyota, West Kendall Toyota, Lexus of Kendall, and Lexus of West Kendall.  For more information contact 305-KENDALL or visit www.BeanAuto.com.