COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

El Dorado Public Schools Outstanding Attendance

El Dorado Public Schools came to us with a problem. Their district was seeing an issue with student attendance. Our solution: food. Every month we award the class in El Dorado Public Schools that has the best student attendance with a pizza party. After a few months the school district was already seeing an increase in student attendance.

Andover Public Schools

We are a proud supporter of USD 385 and the city of Andover. We never pass up an opportunity to attend a Friday night football game and during Don Hattan Night, we sell tickets to the big game.

Augusta Chamber

Throughout the year, the Augusta Chamber hosts numerous events for the community. We were thrilled to be a part of several of them. The Augusta Chamber of Commerce even awarded us the Community Champion Business in 2019.

Kansas International Speedway

Don Hattan is a proud supporter of our local drag strip – Kansas International Speedway. They promote a safe atmosphere for people of all ages to learn the proper way to race. Don Hattan even has held it’s company picnic at KID with a competition of their own.

Wichita River Festival

Don Hattan Chevrolet has been the official car sponsor of the Wichita Riverfest since 1974, furnishing the use of over 800 vehicles and contributing thousands of button sales. Jim Hattan was honored as Admiral Windwagon Smith in 2007 because of Don Hattan Chevrolet’s contributions to the Riverfest over the years.

“Sponsoring the Riverfest is a great way to support the community. I could not have been more honored than when I was nominated and chosen to be Admiral Windwagon Smith number 34. It was one of the funnest weeks of my life.” — Jim Hattan

Bowl for Kids Sake

Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big Sisters’ signature fundraiser and Don Hattan jumped at the chance to help such a wonderful organization. And we found out we have several competitive bowlers that are part of our Don Hattan team.

Kenny Sweet Racing

What better combination, Chevrolet and racing!?! Don Hattan is a proud sponsor of 81 Speedway and Kenny Sweet Racing. Race cars are a family affair for Kenny, our Commercial and Fleet Sales Manager. He has a true passion for motor sports and from a young age, he learned about the sport and about cars from his father. In fact, many of Kenny’s fondest memories are when his dad was in the race car beside him. We’re proud to support #87 and host events like Don Hattan Night at 81 Speedway.

Don Hattan Annual Trunk or Treat

We look forward to celebrating Halloween every year at each of our Don Hattan locations! Since 1997 we have supported the Wichita, Park City, Augusta, and Derby communities by providing a safe place to trick-or-treat at our dealership. Together with local sponsors, we fill the trunks of vehicles on our lots with candy and we welcome thousands of visitors each year. It’s Spooktacular!

Augusta Public Schools

Don Hattan Ford is proud to sponsor Augusta Public Schools and Oriole athletics. We attend sporting events throughout the year and provide vehicles for homecoming royalty. We’re so grateful to staff and administrators in the district and Don Hattan makes an annual donation to Augusta School District in recognition of all their hard work.

Greater Andover Days

During Greater Andover Days, Don Hattan creates a parade float based on the GAD theme and members from all our Don Hattan locations participate in the parade and pass out candy. It is one of the most fun parades we do all year. During GAD, we also sponsor the KidFest with bouncy houses, a petting zoo and face painting – it’s a must do event in the fall.

Derby Public Schools

Go Panthers! We are excited to sponsor Derby schools and their athletics programs. Derby stresses the importance of strong community values in every endeavor and it really shows in the schools. On Friday nights during football season, you can catch Don Hattan employees cheering on the home team and throwing tshirts to the crowd.

Circle School District

Don Hattan El Dorado also supports the Circle School District throughout the year. We partner with USD 375 for an Employee of the Month program and present one lucky staff member with the keys to a brand new Don Hattan vehicle for the entire month. We also take part in school functions throughout the year including the Homecoming Parade.

Pay It Forward Program

The Don Hattan Chevrolet’s “Pay it Forward” program helps neighbors in need by donating parts and service technicians donate their time to perform repairs to help recipients get back on the road. The dealership accepts nominations for new recipients.

American Red Cross Heroes Breakfast

We’re so proud to be a partner of our local American Red Cross chapter and participate in events throughout the year. One of the biggest events is the annual Heroes Breakfast which recognizes exceptional individuals in the Wichita area and their selfless service in our community. We look forward to this amazing event every year!

Friends of El Dorado Lake Mud Run

As the primary sponsor of the Friends of El Dorado Lake Mud Run, we’re not afraid to get a bit dirty for a good cause! This annual event helps the Friends of El Dorado Lake support and promote this stand-out recreation event in our community.

Chevy Youth Baseball

In the spring, we’re proud to take part in the Chevy Youth Baseball program which raises cash donations, and provides sports equipment for youth baseball programs. For our fundraising efforts, we were able to provide local baseball program, League 42, with a Suburban full of equipment. We also helped sponsor a youth baseball clinic and host a record number of young athletes.

Derby Chamber of Commerce

Our Don Hattan Derby locations has a close partnership with the Derby Chamber of Commerce. As a member, we take part in numerous events throughout the year including the annual Derby Chili Cookoff where we get to chow down on some serious lip-smacking chili recipes. We also participate in truly special events like Derby’s 150th Birthday Bash. What can we say? We love our hometown!

Park City Pride Holiday Food Drive

In December, all our Don Hattan locations participate in this annual event which raises donations of canned goods to members of the community. We believe no one should have to go hungry, especially during the holidays, and we’re so willing to provide a helping hand to our neighbors in need.

Honore Adversis Foundation

Like many, we’re proud supporters of our local law enforcement and through our participation in this foundation we’re able to help provide timely & critical financial assistance or services for line of duty deaths, serious injury, medical & personal hardships.

Derby Operation Holiday

Derby Operation Holiday helps individuals and families in need residing within the USD 260 school children with food assistance during the Christmas holiday season. It strives to brighten the holidays as well for children ages 0-14 who receive age appropriate toys.