Defender Service Awards
New York, June 26, 2024 – For the third consecutive year, ei3 is partnering with Jaguar Land Rover to sponsor the prestigious Defender Service Awards. This program recognizes outstanding organizations across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada, awarding them with a customized Defender 130 vehicle and significant monetary prizes to amplify their impactful work.
Empowering local heroes
ei3 is proudly sponsoring the “Community Service” category, offering a $25,000 USD prize to the winner. This category celebrates organizations making significant and sustainable positive contributions to their communities.
Spencer Cramer, Founder and CEO of ei3, emphasized the program’s importance: “We’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of this award. Past winners like Kairos Adventures and Mercy Chefs have shown extraordinary commitment to community service. We’re eager to continue fostering positive change by supporting another remarkable organization this year.”
Proven impact
The Defender Service Awards have shown tangible benefits for past winners:
- Kairos Adventures, the 2023 Community Service award recipient, reported a 10% increase in donations, awareness, and program participation since their win. Heather Subbert from Kairos Adventures shared, “Winning the Defender and the $25,000 in support has been a blessing. It rallied our community around our mission and brought new awareness. Our participants take pride in rolling up to projects in our customized Defender.”
- Mercy Chefs, winners of the 2022 award, have expanded their disaster relief efforts by using their Defender to deliver crucial supplies in crisis areas, including during Hurricane Idalia.
How to participate
Organizations can enter or be nominated by submitting a three-minute video via Land Rover’s website, detailing their mission, impact, and how a Defender 130 would enhance their efforts.
Sam Allen, Defender US Brand Director, remarked, “Year after year, we’re inspired by the video submissions and the incredible work taking place across North America. We’re honored to provide winners with financial support and customized Defender 130 vehicles to help further their reach and impact.”
Key dates:
- Submissions open: June 17 – July 29, 2024
- Public voting: Starts in October 2024
- Winners announced: Fall 2024
Make a difference
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain recognition, resources, and support for your community-focused organization. Submit your entry or nominate a deserving organization today.
For more information and to submit an entry, visit LandRoverUSA.com or LandRover.ca.
