GREENSBURG, Pa. -

On Monday, Smail Auto Group highlighted the results of the “Smail Auto Group Cares” campaign in support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The dealership group raised $51,170 through the campaign that included covering each of its eight showrooms in more than 5,000 square feet of pink vinyl, as well as raising funds for two local charities committed to breast cancer awareness, screenings, research and education.

All of the funds raised were distributed to the Pittsburgh affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Westmoreland Walks.

The affiliate serves a 30-county area in western and central Pennsylvania. Their services range from outreach efforts such as the Mammogram Voucher Program, grant making, education and research with many of the local hospitals.

Westmoreland Walks proceeds were targeted for the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition, as well as their Pink Ribbon Scholarship and Spa Serenity Day.

“Breast cancer awareness is a cause that is close to the heart of my family and also our company,” Bud Smail insisted.

Smail indicated many customers stopped in and shared their thanks for such a unique reminder of the importance of breast cancer awareness and early detection.

“Seeing our employees, our customers and the community really rally behind this campaign gives me hope that there will someday be a cure for this monstrous disease,” added Jim Smail, who also is the current chairman of the American International Automobile Dealers Association.

Jim Smail went on to say, “So while Smail Auto Group’s pink covered buildings may have caught your eye, the Smail family and their employees are hoping that the project not only received attention for its outward appearance, but more importantly for what it represents: A commitment to raising awareness and funds to fight a disease that has touched the lives of so many women and families in our community.”

Smail Auto Group has been family owned and operated for more than 75 years represents nine franchises — Acura, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Kia, Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, Cadillac and GMC — five service and parts centers, Smail Collision Center, Smail Auto Glass and the brand new Smail Auto Car Wash/Detail Center.