Community Involvement at Milton Ruben Chevrolet

Milton Ruben Chevrolet supports the Augusta, GA, community through local sponsorships, education, civic leadership, employee development, and assistance during times of need. The dealership's approach is simple: When there is an opportunity to help, look for a way to say yes.

That philosophy has connected Milton Ruben with youth programs, schools, community organizations, employees, and Augusta residents facing unexpected challenges. Visit Milton Ruben Chevrolet to meet a team committed to serving the community both inside and outside the dealership.

Local Sponsorships Support Augusta Youth

A request from a local team or school may seem small, but those programs can play an important role in the lives of young people. Milton Ruben Chevrolet strives to support local activities that give students and athletes opportunities to participate, compete, and perform.

Local sponsorship efforts have included:

• Little League teams
• Travel flag football teams
• Cheerleading squads
• Marching bands
• Local high school activities

This approach keeps community involvement close to home. Supporting programs throughout the area gives Milton Ruben Chevrolet another way to contribute to activities that Augusta families participate in throughout the year.

Education Creates Opportunities for the Future

Education is an important part of the community philosophy at Milton Ruben. James J. Bernstein served as an Augusta Prep board member and treasurer from 2010 to 2018 and on the Augusta University School of Allied Health Board from 2019 to 2023.

Educational support also extends to Milton Ruben employees. Development opportunities have included:

• College tuition assistance
• Manufacturer educational programs
• Supplier educational forums

Helping employees continue their education can open doors to professional advancement and new responsibilities. Those opportunities can benefit individual team members while giving them additional tools to build their careers.

Leadership Beyond the Dealership

Community participation at Milton Ruben also includes direct involvement with organizations serving the Augusta area.

Bernstein has been involved with the Augusta Symphony League since 1997 and has served two terms as its president. He also served on the CSRA Community Foundation Board from 2019 to 2024.

These roles have created opportunities to contribute to arts organizations and the broader community. They also reflect a willingness to participate personally rather than limiting community support to dealership sponsorships.

Responding to Hurricane Helene

When Hurricane Helene struck Augusta on Sept. 27, 2024, fallen trees, blocked roads, and widespread power outages disrupted daily life. Milton Ruben dealerships closed for more than a week, and leadership ensured employees continued to be paid during the closure.

The team also gathered supplies for people dealing with the storm's aftermath, including:

• Cash and gas
• Diapers and food
• Flashlights and other essential supplies

A relief tent at the dealership gave residents a place to receive assistance. Team members also delivered supplies directly to people who could not get out because of blocked roads and other storm-related conditions.

With cell phone availability limited and many everyday resources disrupted, Milton Ruben dealerships became a source of assistance for hundreds of Augustans. The response provided practical help at a time when access to basic necessities had suddenly become difficult.

Employee Support Starts Close to Home

Milton Ruben recognizes its employees and their families as part of the surrounding community. That is why community service is encouraged through example rather than treated as an employment requirement.

Team members can choose how they want to participate outside the dealership. Examples include:

• Coaching local teams
• Mentoring young people
• Volunteering with community organizations

The dealership also creates opportunities for employees who want to advance professionally. One detailer asked for the chance to move into sales and was given the opportunity. He sold 11 vehicles during his first month, creating a new career path and an opportunity to better provide for his family.

Community involvement can take many forms, and sometimes making a difference starts by giving someone an opportunity to move forward.

Visit Milton Ruben Chevrolet in Augusta

For Milton Ruben Chevrolet, serving Augusta, GA, goes beyond helping drivers find and maintain their vehicles. Local sponsorships, educational opportunities, civic leadership, employee development, and Hurricane Helene relief efforts show the different ways the dealership has participated in the community around it.

Visit Milton Ruben Chevrolet to meet our team, explore our Chevrolet lineup, or schedule service for your current vehicle. We are proud to serve Augusta and the people who call it home.

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