THOMASTON, Ga., October 14, 2025 (Newswire.com) – Tidal Wave Auto Spa is pleased to announce that its 17^th annual Charity Day event, held on Friday, September 19^th, raised a record-breaking $864,075 for 268 local organizations and non-profits. This year’s event was the company’s largest Charity Day yet, with 295 participating locations across Tidal Wave’s 30-state footprint. With the money raised at this year’s event, Tidal Wave has donated more than $2.8 million to local organizations and non-profits through Charity Day.

Ahead of the event, each participating Tidal Wave location selects a local charity or non-profit organization to receive 50% of the site’s proceeds, plus any on-site donations. The other 50% of proceeds are donated to the company’s longtime corporate partner, Annandale Village, a non-profit organization providing progressive life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities across the country.

“Each year, Charity Day reminds us how powerful our communities are when they come together for a good cause,” said Scott Blackstock, CEO and Founder of Tidal Wave Auto Spa. “We’re incredibly grateful for our customers’ continued support, and for the incredible local organizations that are making a difference every day. We are honored to play a part in making a positive difference alongside them through these donations.”

Tidal Wave’s annual Charity Day event has received three consecutive gold Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards® for Best Initiative for Philanthropy and Corporate Giving. In addition to Charity Day, the company also gives back year-round through its fundraising program, which has helped generate over $5 million for local schools, churches, civic groups, and more, by providing a simple, fast, and convenient way to raise money.

To learn more about Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s Charity Day, including the list of organizations supported, please visit: tidalwaveautospa.com/charityday/.

About Tidal Wave Auto Spa

Tidal Wave Auto Spa was founded over 20 years ago in Thomaston, GA, by husband and wife, Scott and Hope Blackstock. What started as a small-town self-service car wash business evolved into the first conveyor car wash open in Georgia and is now the fourth-largest conveyor car wash company in the nation, with 301 locations spanning 30 states. Tidal Wave is dedicated to delivering an exceptional car wash experience for every customer through industry-leading car care technology, clean and inviting locations, and outstanding customer service. The company is equally committed to making a positive difference in the communities it serves, raising over $7 million for local programs, service organizations, and non-profit organizations through its fundraising program and annual Charity Day event.

Over the event’s 16-year history, Tidal Wave Auto Spa has donated over $2 million to charitable organizations, with $686,353 raised at last year’s event. 2025 is set to be the largest Charity Day event yet, with 295 participating locations across the company’s 30-state footprint.

“Since its inception, Charity Day has represented a core value of our organization – supporting the communities that support us,” said founder and CEO Scott Blackstock. “It is deeply fulfilling to see the positive impact we can make within these local organizations, and our team members look forward to participating in this tradition year after year.”

Before the September 19^th event, each Tidal Wave location selects a local charity or non-profit organization to partner with, which will be awarded 50% of the proceeds, plus any cash donations made during the one-day event. Local organizations will be on-site during Charity Day to share more about their mission and engage with the community. The remaining 50% of proceeds are awarded to the company’s longtime corporate philanthropic partner, Annandale Village, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing progressive life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities.

Tidal Wave Auto Spa is dedicated to making a positive difference in the communities it serves and was honored as a Champion of Charity by Professional Carwashing & Detailing. Beyond its annual Charity Day event, the company also gives back year-round through its fundraising program, which has helped raise over $5 million for local schools, organizations, churches, civic groups, and more.

To learn more about Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s Charity Day event, please visit: https://www.tidalwaveautospa.com/community-engagement/

About Tidal Wave Auto Spa

Tidal Wave Auto Spa was founded over 20 years ago in Thomaston, GA, by husband and wife, Scott and Hope Blackstock. What started as a small-town self-service car wash business evolved into the first conveyor car wash open in Georgia and is now the fourth-largest conveyor car wash company in the nation, with 297 locations spanning 30 states. Tidal Wave is committed to providing every customer an exceptional car wash experience through industry-leading car care technology, clean and attractive locations, and outstanding customer service. Tidal Wave is committed to making a positive impact in the communities it serves, raising over $7 million for local programs, service organizations, and non-profit organizations through the company’s fundraising program and annual philanthropic Charity Day event.

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This year’s event saw participation from 269 Tidal Wave locations nationwide, with funds raised benefiting over 250 local charities and non-profit organizations. As the company has rapidly expanded across the country, the impact of Charity Day has grown with it, and Tidal Wave is proud to have donated over $2 million to support local charitable organizations throughout the event’s sixteen-year history. The overwhelming generosity of Tidal Wave customers played a vital role in achieving this remarkable milestone, showcasing the community spirit that is a key focus for the company.

CEO and Founder Scott Blackstock expressed his heartfelt gratitude, stating, “We are incredibly thankful for the amazing turnout and unwavering support from our customers over the years. Charity Day is not just an event for us; it’s a day where we can collectively make a significant positive impact in the communities we serve. The success of this year’s event is a testament to our customers’ commitment to giving back and making a difference.”

Ahead of the one-day philanthropic event, all 269 participating Tidal Wave locations selected a local charity or non-profit organization to receive 50% of their site’s proceeds and all on-site donations. The other 50% of proceeds are donated to the company’s longtime corporate partner, Annandale Village, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing progressive life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities across the country. All donations were provided directly to the partnering charitable organizations in early October, and will help them to continue the important work they are doing within their communities.

In addition to Tidal Wave’s annual Charity Day event, which received two consecutive gold Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards® for Best Initiative for Philanthropy and Corporate Giving, the company also gives back year-round through fundraising. Tidal Wave’s fundraising program has helped raise over $3 million for local organizations, and provides a simple, fast, and convenient way to raise money for local schools, churches, civic groups, and more.

To learn more about Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s Charity Day, including this year’s list of charitable organizations supported, please visit: tidalwaveautospa.com/charityday.

About Tidal Wave Auto Spa

Tidal Wave Auto Spa was founded over 20 years ago in Thomaston, GA by husband and wife, Scott and Hope Blackstock. What started as a small-town self-service car wash business, evolved into the first conveyor car wash open in Georgia, and is now the fourth-largest conveyor car wash company in the nation with 282 locations sprawling 29 states. Tidal Wave is committed to providing every customer an exceptional car wash experience through industry-leading car care technology, clean and attractive locations, and outstanding customer service. In 2020, the company partnered with Golden Gate Capital to facilitate their accelerated growth and has been included in the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies for the past five years. Tidal Wave has continuously strived to make a positive impact in the communities they serve, and has raised over $3 million dollars for local programs, service organizations, and non-profit organizations through the company’s fundraising program and annual philanthropic Charity Day event.

“Each year, our Charity Day event becomes a bigger and more meaningful celebration of community and giving,” said founder and CEO Scott Blackstock. “I am filled with pride knowing that Tidal Wave can make a positive impact and help organizations continue the important work they are doing in our communities. Our team eagerly anticipates this special day and the opportunity it brings to support causes close to our hearts.”

Prior to Charity Day, each Tidal Wave location selects a local charity or non-profit organization to partner with that will receive 50% of all proceeds and donations made at their site on September 20th. These organizations are invited to be on-site during Charity Day to share more about their mission with Tidal Wave’s customers and engage with the community. The other 50% of proceeds are donated to the company’s longtime corporate partner, Annandale Village, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing progressive life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities.

Over $360,000 was raised during last year’s Charity Day, bringing the total donations over the event’s 15-year history to over $1,360,000. This year is set to be the company’s largest Charity Day yet, with 269 Tidal Wave locations partnering with over 250 charitable organizations across their footprint.

Tidal Wave Auto Spa is committed to making a positive impact in the communities they serve and was recognized as a 2023 Champion of Charity by Professional Carwashing & Detailing. In addition to Tidal Wave’s annual Charity Day event, which received a gold 2023 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Award® for Best Initiative for Philanthropy and Corporate Giving, the company also gives back year-round through fundraising. Tidal Wave’s fundraising program has helped raise over $3 million for local organizations and provides a simple, fast, and convenient way for local schools, churches, civic groups, and more to raise money.

About Tidal Wave Auto Spa

Tidal Wave Auto Spa is an industry-leading conveyor car wash company founded in 1999 by Scott and Hope Blackstock in Thomaston, GA. Tidal Wave is committed to providing cutting-edge car care technology and exceptional customer service at each of their 277 locations sprawling 28 states across the South, Midwest, and Northern United States. In 2020, Tidal Wave partnered with Golden Gate Capital to facilitate their accelerated growth across the country. Tidal Wave is one of the top five conveyor car wash companies in the country and has been included in the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies since 2020. The company was recognized as a 2023 Champion of Charity Honoree by Professional Carwashing & Detailing and has raised over $3 million dollars for organizations in their communities.

THOMASTON, Ga., October 16, 2023 (Newswire.com) – Tidal Wave Auto Spa, one of the top five conveyor car wash companies in the country, is proud to announce the tremendous success of their 15^th annual Charity Day event, held on September 15, 2023. This year’s event raised a record-breaking total of $368,038 – the highest proceeds in the event’s 15-year history, which will be donated entirely to local charitable organizations.

Over the years, Tidal Wave’s Charity Day has made a significant impact on the lives of countless individuals and organizations. With this year’s proceeds, the event’s cumulative total donations have surpassed $1.3 million, underscoring Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s dedication to making a positive difference.

CEO and Founder of Tidal Wave Auto Spa, Scott Blackstock, expressed his gratitude for another successful Charity Day, saying, “The outpouring of support from our communities is a testament to the importance of giving back, and we are truly honored to play a role in supporting the vital work of local charities and our valued corporate philanthropic partner, Annandale Village.”

Tidal Wave’s 15^th annual Charity Day event supported over 150 charitable organizations across 174 participating Tidal Wave locations. Ahead of the one-day philanthropic event, each participating Tidal Wave location selected a local charity or nonprofit organization to receive 50% of their site’s proceeds and donations. The other 50% of proceeds are donated to the company’s longtime corporate partner, Annandale Village, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing progressive life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities across the country.

“Charity Day not only raises funds but also brings communities together, fostering a spirit of unity and giving that extends far beyond the event itself. Tidal Wave looks forward to continuing its tradition of Charity Day for many years to come,” said Blackstock.

Tidal Wave Auto Spa is committed to making a positive impact in their communities and was recognized as a 2023 Champion of Charity by Professional Carwashing & Detailing. In addition to Tidal Wave’s annual Charity Day event, which received a gold 2023 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Award® for Best Initiative for Philanthropy and Corporate Giving, the company also gives back year-round through fundraising. Tidal Wave’s fundraising program has helped raise over $2 million for local organizations, and provides a simple, fast, and convenient option for local schools, churches, civic groups, and more.

To learn more about Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s Charity Day event, including the list of supported charitable organizations, please visit: https://www.tidalwaveautospa.com/community-engagement/

About Tidal Wave Auto Spa

Tidal Wave Auto Spa is an industry-leading conveyor car wash company founded in 1999 by Scott and Hope Blackstock in Thomaston, GA. Tidal Wave is committed to providing cutting-edge car care technology and exceptional customer service at each of their 194 locations spanning 23 states. In 2020, Tidal Wave partnered with Golden Gate Capital to facilitate their accelerated growth across the country. Tidal Wave is one of the top five conveyor car wash companies in the country and has been included in the Inc. 5000 list for America’s Fastest Growing Companies since 2020. The company was recognized as a 2023 Champion of Charity Honoree by Professional Carwashing & Detailing and has raised over $3 million dollars for organizations in their communities.

THOMASTON, Ga., August 25, 2023 (Newswire.com) – Tidal Wave Auto Spa, one of the fastest-growing express car wash companies in the country, is pleased to announce their 15th annual Charity Day will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023. As part of the company’s commitment to giving back, Tidal Wave will donate 100% of proceeds made on Charity Day across the company’s footprint to charitable organizations.

On Charity Day, each Tidal Wave location selects a local charity or non-profit organization to partner with that will receive 50% of all proceeds and donations made at their site on September 15. Each local organization is invited to be on-site for Charity Day to share more about their mission with our customers. The other 50% of proceeds are donated to the company’s longtime corporate partner, Annandale Village, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing progressive life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities.

“We look forward to the third Friday in September every year,” said founder and CEO Scott Blackstock. “As our company grows, Charity Day grows with it, and 2023 will be Tidal Wave’s biggest Charity Day yet. Everybody loves giving back, and I am continuously inspired by our team’s excitement and involvement in Charity Day that helps to make this event a success every year.”

Last year, Tidal Wave raised over $350,000 on Charity Day, bringing the total donations over the event’s 14-year history to over $1 million. For this year’s event, the company is partnering with over 150 local non-profit organizations, making it their largest Charity Day event to date.

Tidal Wave Auto Spa is committed to making a positive impact in the communities they serve and was recognized as a 2023 Champion of Charity by Professional Carwashing & Detailing. In addition to Tidal Wave’s annual Charity Day event, which received a gold 2023 Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Award® for Best Initiative for Philanthropy and Corporate Giving, the company also gives back year-round through fundraising. Tidal Wave’s fundraising program has helped raise over $2 million for local organizations and provides a simple, fast, and convenient way for local schools, churches, civic groups, and more.

About Tidal Wave Auto Spa

Tidal Wave Auto Spa is an industry-leading conveyor car wash company founded in 1999 by Scott and Hope Blackstock in Thomaston, GA. Tidal Wave is committed to providing cutting-edge car care technology and exceptional customer service at each of their 181 locations spanning 23 states. In 2020, Tidal Wave partnered with Golden Gate Capital to facilitate their accelerated growth across the country. Tidal Wave is one of the top five conveyor car wash companies in the country and has been included in the Inc. 5000 list for America’s Fastest Growing Companies since 2020. The company was recognized as a 2023 Champion of Charity Honoree by Professional Carwashing & Detailing and has raised over $3 million dollars for organizations in their communities.