Cobblestone Auto Spa to Host Fundraiser for Families of Fallen Pilot and Trooper

Proceeds from car washes at Scottsdale location to benefit families of Robert Bruce Skankey and Hunter R. Bennett.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Cobblestone Auto Spa is announcing a special fundraising event to support the families of fallen Pilot Robert Bruce Skankey and State Trooper/Paramedic Hunter R. Bennett. The event will take place at the Scottsdale – Hayden & Frank Lloyd Wright location on Friday, February 20, from 7 AM to 3 PM, where 100% of single wash proceeds will directly benefit both families. All Cobblestone locations will also be accepting open donations on behalf of the MCSO Memorial Fund, with 100% of the donations going to support the families.

Why it matters

This fundraiser demonstrates Cobblestone Auto Spa's commitment to supporting the local community, particularly in times of tragedy when the families of fallen heroes need assistance. The event honors the dedication and sacrifice of Pilot Robert Bruce Skankey and State Trooper/Paramedic Hunter R. Bennett.

The details

The fundraiser will take place at Cobblestone Auto Spa's Scottsdale – Hayden & Frank Lloyd Wright location. From 7 AM to 3 PM on Friday, February 20, 100% of single wash proceeds (full service or express) will directly benefit the families of Skankey and Bennett. All other Cobblestone locations will also be accepting open donations on behalf of the MCSO Memorial Fund, with 100% of the donations going to support the families.

  • The fundraiser will take place on Friday, February 20, 2026 from 7 AM to 3 PM.

The players

Cobblestone Auto Spa

A car care company with locations in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, and Oregon that is hosting the fundraiser to support the families of fallen Pilot Robert Bruce Skankey and State Trooper/Paramedic Hunter R. Bennett.

Robert Bruce Skankey

A fallen pilot whose family will receive support from the fundraiser.

Hunter R. Bennett

A fallen state trooper and paramedic whose family will receive support from the fundraiser.

MCSO Memorial Fund

The fund that will receive 100% of the open donations collected at Cobblestone locations to support the families of Skankey and Bennett.

Ryan Cahill

The VP of Operations for Cobblestone Auto Spa who stated the company's commitment to supporting the families of the fallen heroes.

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What they’re saying

“The dedication, service, and ultimate sacrifice of these two brave individuals will never be forgotten. As a company deeply rooted in this community, we believe it is both our responsibility and our privilege to stand beside their families during this incredibly difficult time.”

— Ryan Cahill, VP of Operations (Cobblestone Auto Spa)

What’s next

Through the partnership with the MCSO Memorial Fund, 100% of the proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to support the families of Pilot Robert Bruce Skankey and State Trooper/Paramedic Hunter R. Bennett.

The takeaway

Cobblestone Auto Spa's fundraiser demonstrates the company's commitment to supporting the local community, particularly in times of tragedy when the families of fallen heroes need assistance. The event honors the dedication and sacrifice of Pilot Robert Bruce Skankey and State Trooper/Paramedic Hunter R. Bennett.