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Tidal Wave Auto Spa in Salina Partners with Salina Area United Way for Annual Charity Day Event on September 19th
Salina Area United Way to Receive Proceeds from Local Philanthropic Event
Salina, KS, August 1, 2025 – Tidal Wave Auto Spa is pleased to announce its 17th annual Charity Day event will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025. As part of the company’s long-standing commitment to giving back, Tidal Wave will donate 100% of wash proceeds made during the one-day philanthropic event to local charities and non-profit organizations.
Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s Salina location at 2351 S. 9th St. is pleased to partner with Salina Area United Way (SAUW) for this year’s event. Salina Area United Way’s mission is to strengthen North Central Kansas by uniting people and resources to build resilient, thriving communities. This marks the second year SAUW has been selected as the local charity recipient, and proceeds will directly support programs that strengthen the Salina community.
Salina Area United Way will receive 50% of all single car wash sales made during the September 19th event. The remaining 50% will be 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.
This year, Salina Area United Way is making the event even bigger by hosting a Give Back Block Party alongside Tidal Wave Charity Day. The community is invited to enjoy food, music, and fun while supporting a great cause.
Over the event’s 16-year history, Tidal Wave has donated over $2 million to charitable organizations, with $686,353 raised at last year’s event. 2025 is set to be the company’s largest Charity Day event yet, with 295 participating locations across their 30-state footprint.
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.
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 296 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.