A business doesn’t last for 40 years — let alone thrive like Sun Auto Group has — unless it exists within a great community.

Central New York has shown us time and time again that it is made up of the very best people in the world. The people who make our schools, churches, and neighborhoods better, nicer places to live.

To celebrate our 40th anniversary in a style that reflects our values, we want to do something motivated by our inspirational community. Sun Auto Group is throwing a gala event this October called 40 Across 40. The event will honor 40 highly deserving people from the community.

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Through the years, Sun Auto Group has worked to give back to the community. We’ve had longstanding relationships with great charities like Joseph’s House for Women, David’s Refuge, and Toys for Tots, but are heroes that get recognition regularly. It doesn’t make them any less outstanding, but they’re not the everyday heroes we’re looking for.

The nominees we’re looking for don’t fit into any rigid criteria. They are a teacher who gives everything to their students, and then finds the strength to give some more. They are a local firefighter or volunteer who goes above and beyond. They are someone who’s had a big impact on you. They are the heroes all around us who make our lives and our communities special.

By nominating someone, you’re giving their story a chance to be told.