Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines are honored to receive the 2026 Subaru Love Promise HEART Award.
In recognition of our commitment to our customers and community.
We are honored to be nationally recognized by Subaru of America, Inc. for our dedication to living the Subaru Love Promise.
The 2026 Subaru Love Promise HEART Award recognizes Subaru retailers who use the principles of HEART: Honesty, Empathy, Appreciation, and Respect to earn your Trust.
We have been recognized for providing exemplary customer service and staying committed to our community.
Here at Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines, we love making a positive impact on the lives of all of our customers, employees, and neighbors. We thank you for your support.
What is the Subaru Love Promise®?
The Subaru Love Promise® is our vision to show love and respect to all people at every interaction with Subaru. Subaru and our retailers believe every day gives us an opportunity to positively impact the world around us - by how we support each other, our customers, and our community. Together, we are committed to making the world a better place. The Love Promise is what makes Subaru More Than a Car Company® and a Subaru retailer More Than a Car Dealer®. It sets a standard that we are committed to living every day.
What is the Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment?
At Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines, we believe in being a positive force in our community, not just with donations, but with actions that set an example for others to follow. We aim to make the world a better place through several key initiatives that help support and protect people, pets, and our planet:
How is Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines dedicated locally to the Love Promise?
20 plus years of working in the Des Moines metro area and a promise to up hold the amazing Subaru brand as well as our Ramsey Subaru name.
A-Heinz 57 Animal rescue
Carson King Foundation , Des Moines Ballet, Marson Kerr Racing
Love Promise Stories from Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines
Subaru and Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines believe in making a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work. We uphold that belief through our Love Promise Community Commitment. Every month, we select inspiring stories from customers and partners from around our area who strive to support our collective commitment and feature them here
Where Everyone Belongs: Ella and Lucy's Journey in Best Buddies - Nash V
Ella Tousey (left of picture) and Lucy Diers (right of picture) have been a part of Pella High School's Best Buddies for one year. Their motivation to join Best Buddies was to create as many great friendships as possible and where they knew everyone that joined was there without judgement. They both said that Best Buddies bring together so many kind and caring people, even if you do not have an intellectual or developmental disability, you can still learn so much from the people and the program. While only being in the Best Buddies program for one year, both Ella and Lucy have stepped into leadership roles at Pella High School Best Buddies. Ella is the currently the Chapter Vice President and her role consist of stepping in for the Chapter President when needed and helps plan and execute meetings and events to ensure quality friendships are being made. Lucy is the chapter's Buddy Director, this role communicates with chapter members, shares program goals and ideas, while also helping to manger overall chapter success. "Some small accomplishments we have had so far are having over 5 buddy pairs, having our first meetings and getting donations" the pair shared. Ella and Lucy have many found memories of being in Best Buddies. They love to go shopping together! Their favorite spots are Target and Hobby Lobby especially for getting crafting materials, which they both love to do. "My favorite memory specifically from Best Buddies, is the match party. Although Lucy and I knew we were partners, it was super cool seeing the plans turn out for our first meeting and seeing everybody excited for their buddy pairs!" Ella shared. Ellas' message that she would like to share with others in the community about the importance of inclusion and friendships is that no one is defined by a disability. "We are defined by the one who created us, God. God made everyone of one us perfectly, it is important that we treat each other that way." Ella said. Lucy's message that she would like to share with others in the community about the importance of inclusion and friendships is that no one should be left out and that she works very hard to be inclusive. "Best Buddies is very good at including all the people with disabilities in my classroom, so we can all make friends. It is good for everybody to have friends because when I am with my friends I have so much fun!" Lucy said.
Southeast Polk girls soccer program - Jenny F
I would like to extend a sincere thank you to Ramsey Subaru for their generous support of the Southeast Polk High School Girls Soccer Program. Your sponsorship makes a meaningful impact on our team by helping provide new equipment, supporting our coaches, and covering essential program needs. Because of your contribution, we are given better opportunities to grow, compete, and succeed both on and off the field. On behalf of myself and my teammates, we are truly grateful for your investment in our program. Your support helps strengthen not only our team, but our entire community. Thank you again for being such an important part of Southeast Polk Girls Soccer! — Charlie Flickinger #23
Support for the Valley Vocal Music Program at Valley High School - Mary B
One of Valley High School's longest running traditions is the Valley Vocal Music Sweetheart Show Fundraiser. The Sweetheart Show is a 2-night variety show with show choirs and jazz choirs performing, in addition to featuring our very talented choir students as soloists or in small group acts. Over 330 students participate each year in Valley Vocal Music programs, which offer a wide variety of music education through seven curricular choirs, four jazz choirs, and three show choirs. Valley Voices, the booster club for Valley Vocal Music, has a primary goal of keeping vocal music opportunities open to all students, regardless of their families' financial circumstances. All proceeds from the Sweetheart Show go from Valley Voices directly to students in the vocal music program, supporting the ability to provide scholarships for those who apply for it, no questions asked. The number of scholarship requests from students increases every year. Without the generous support of sponsors like Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines, the success of the Sweetheart Show and Valley Voices Booster Club would not be possible. We are so incredibly grateful to have their support for students right from this community. Thank you for being a sponsor, Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines!
Ramsey Subaru Supports Clive Learning Academy! - Paige K
Thank You, Ramsey Subaru! The Clive Learning Academy (CLA) Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) extends a heartfelt thank you to Ramsey Subaru for their generous support of our Winter Olympics Read-A-Thon fundraiser. Contributions like this make a meaningful difference for our students, teachers, and families. Ramsey Subaru's donation directly supports the CLA PTO, which provides critical funding for student field trips, classroom start-up funds for teachers, college scholarships for former CLA students, conference meals for staff, recess supplies, and schoolwide events that strengthen our community. The PTO also helps cover important needs that may fall outside of school or district budgets. Because of partners like Ramsey Subaru, CLA students have access to enriching experiences and resources that enhance learning and build a strong, connected school community. We are truly grateful for their investment in our students and in the greater Clive community.
Fit for Play - Melissa C
Subaru of Des Moines recently partnered with Can Play and West Des Moines Human Services to help remove barriers to play for local kids. During this special community event, more than 200 children in Can Play programs who face financial barriers were fitted with brand-new athletic shoes, ensuring they have the gear they need to participate confidently in sports and recreation. The event celebrated more than just new shoes—it brought together organizations committed to supporting youth across Greater Des Moines through play, connection, and care. Subaru of Des Moines provided a wide variety of colorful shoe options, and kids were excited to pick out pairs that matched their personalities and style. Through this partnership, Can Play continues its mission of offering adapted and no-cost recreational programs, while West Des Moines Human Services supports families with essential resources. Together, the organizations are providing the fuel kids need to thrive—food, social connection, and opportunities to play. The smiles, excitement, and confidence from the kids made it clear: sometimes a simple pair of shoes can open the door to belonging, movement, and the joy of play. 👟💜💚
Birds of a Feather: Iowa Bird Rehabilitation and Ramsey Subaru - Jen H
Every year, thousands of wild birds arrive at Iowa Bird Rehabilitation because something has gone wrong. A window strike. A nest destroyed in a storm. A young bird separated from its parents. Lead poisoning from fishing tackle or lead shot fragments. Habitat loss. Human development. The list is long, but the mission is simple: give these birds a second chance. Iowa Bird Rehabilitation (IBR) is a nonprofit wildlife rehabilitation center dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing Iowa's injured, sick, and orphaned wild birds. What began as a small grassroots effort driven by compassion has grown into a statewide resource. Today, IBR provides care for more than one hundred bird species and helps thousands of birds each year return to the skies where they belong. But saving birds is never just about birds. Birds are powerful indicators of environmental health. When birds are struggling, it often reflects larger challenges affecting ecosystems, waterways, and communities. Protecting birds means protecting the places we all share. That is why community support is essential. Each spring, Iowa Bird Rehabilitation brings that community together through its signature fundraising event, the Wings of Iowa Gala. The evening celebrates the people who make this work possible: volunteers, donors, wildlife advocates, and local businesses committed to conservation and community impact. Guests gather for a night filled with storytelling, art, music, and a silent auction featuring items donated by local artists, businesses, and supporters. More importantly, the gala raises critical funds that allow IBR to continue its work throughout the year. These funds support medical care for injured birds, specialized diets for growing nestlings, rescue and transport efforts, and the supplies needed to rehabilitate thousands of wild patients. Behind every bird released back into the wild is a network of people who cared enough to help. Corporate partners play an important role in that network. Companies like Ramsey Subaru have stepped forward to support the mission, helping ensure that Iowa Bird Rehabilitation has the resources needed to respond when birds and the people who find them need help most. Their sponsorship does more than support a single event. It helps sustain the daily work of wildlife rehabilitation by supporting medical care, food, habitat recovery, and public education that empowers communities to better understand and protect wildlife. Subaru's long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship aligns closely with the work happening at Iowa Bird Rehabilitation. Together, these partnerships demonstrate how businesses and nonprofits can collaborate to create meaningful change. The impact is visible every day. A young robin that returns to the trees after falling from a nest. A hawk that soars again after recovering from injury. A community member who learns how to safely help a bird in distress. A volunteer who finds purpose in protecting wildlife. These moments add up to something bigger. They remind us that small acts of care, when multiplied across a community, can help restore balance to the natural world around us. At Iowa Bird Rehabilitation, the goal is always the same: heal, release, and give wildlife another chance. Thanks to the support of donors, volunteers, and partners like Ramsey Subaru, thousands of birds each year are able to take that second chance and return to the skies over Iowa. And with every bird that flies free again, the world becomes just a little bit better for all of us. Iowa Bird Rehabilitation | Des Moines, IA | iowabirdrehab.org
Subaru loves STEM! - Lauri E
Ramsey Subaru is a huge supporter of education. Whether it's donating school supplies to teachers, or donating money to non-profit organizations like Jewel's Academy, they love to help. If you're not familiar with Jewel's Academy, they help teach STEM to underprivileged youth in the Des Moines, IA area. Their mentors (like my daughter) also learn valuable skills such as resume building and job interview skills. Jewel's Academy very much appreciates the support they received from Ramsey Subaru! Their monetary donation ensures that youth can continue to receive this valuable education experience for years to come. Thank you, Ramsey!!
Valley Junction Pride Made Possible by Ramsey Subaru! - Val V
We held our 2nd ever Pride event in Valley Junction on June 29th and it was made possible by Ramsey Subaru…our largest donor! We couldn’t have done it without them. We had a pet parade, an all ages drag show, a makers market, family activities including Bingo, kindness rock painting, food trucks, and more! It was a community event that brought people together to celebrate love and equality!
Ramsey Subaru delivers LOVE and HOPE to cancer patients - Skyler J
On July 8, 2025, Ramsey Subaru generously delivered 80 blankets and 10 patient care kits to UnityPoint Health – John Stoddard Cancer Center in Des Moines, IA, as part of the Subaru Loves To Care partnership with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). Each gift came with a personalized message of hope written by the customers and staff at Ramsey Subaru. The cancer center staff were so grateful to receive these gifts, and they look forward to distributing them to their patients. Thank you to everyone at Ramsey Subaru and UnityPoint Health – John Stoddard Cancer Center for their incredible support of the LLS mission to cure blood cancers and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
Best Buddies Iowa Friendship Walk 2025 - Ted R
Another year, another Best Buddies Iowa Friendship Walk is in the books. This years friendship walk we had 560 registered walkers - a Best Buddies Iowa record since 2018. We were able to hit our goal of raising $100,000. With the help of Ramsey Subaru of Des Moines sponsorship we were able to make this the biggest and most inclusive event for individuals that have intellectual and developmental disabilities in the state of Iowa. The support makes our mission of friendship and inclusion stronger than ever. We are beyond grateful and can't wait for next years friendship walk!
