FAIRBURN, Ga. -- Geo. H. Green Oil Inc. announced the success of its efforts to raise money for three local charities: Greater Atlanta's Empty Stocking Fund, the Welcome House of Newnan, Ga., and In His Great Name Ministry, Fairburn, Ga.
In a year when charities all over the country have fallen far short of previous totals, the Green Oil, Greenway Store Team surpassed last year's total by more than 7%.
Three dedicated company-operated stores averaged $537 in donations a day for 28 days to achieve some $15,000 of the $21,690 raised.
The balance came from weekly [image-nocss] silent auctions at the Green Oil corporate headquarters in Fairburn, Ga., with items furnished by loyal vendors, along with a helping hand from a few supportive dealer stores and thousands of customers.
Owners Ed and Bill Wyatt released the following statement to employees: "We are continually astounded by your compassion and effort in raising great sums of money for area children in need. Through your dedication, more than 1,080 children woke up with Christmas toys, clothing, educational material and renewed hope."
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