Swickard Auto Group Pledges to Save 1,000 Dogs Annually in Oregon

Expanded support for animal rescue organizations and increased community engagement in the Portland area

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Swickard Auto Group, a leading automotive retailer, has announced a mission to help save 1,000 dogs every year through expanded support of animal rescue organizations and increased community engagement in the Portland, Oregon area. The company has a long history of supporting local animal welfare initiatives, having donated over $350,000 to Oregon Dog Rescue since 2016 to provide medical care, shelter, transport, foster placement, and adoption services for animals in need.

Why it matters

Swickard's commitment to animal welfare reflects the company's deep ties to the Portland community and its founder Jeff Swickard's personal passion for ensuring all pets receive the care and compassion they deserve. The auto group's mission to save 1,000 dogs annually builds on its previous success in rallying the local community around supporting animal rescue organizations, demonstrating how businesses can leverage their resources and platforms to make a meaningful impact on important social issues.

The details

Swickard Auto Group's animal welfare mission began in 2015 when the company donated $100 from every new vehicle sold at its Mercedes-Benz of Wilsonville dealership to Oregon Dog Rescue and The Pixie Project, raising a total of $34,000. Since 2016, the company has donated over $350,000 to Oregon Dog Rescue to support its lifesaving work. Now, Swickard is expanding this commitment across its entire auto group with the goal of saving 1,000 dogs per year through increased support and community engagement.

  • In 2015, Swickard Auto Group began its animal welfare mission by donating $100 from every new vehicle sold at its Mercedes-Benz of Wilsonville dealership to Oregon Dog Rescue and The Pixie Project.
  • Since 2016, Swickard Auto Group has donated over $350,000 to Oregon Dog Rescue.

The players

Swickard Auto Group

A leading automotive retailer with a national presence across Alaska, Hawaii, Washington, Oregon, and California, committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience and supporting important community initiatives.

Jeff Swickard

The founder of Swickard Auto Group, a University of Oregon graduate with deep ties to the Portland region, and a passionate advocate for animal welfare who believes every pet deserves safety, compassionate care, and kindness.

Oregon Dog Rescue

A local animal rescue organization that has received significant support from Swickard Auto Group, helping provide medical care, safe shelter, transport, foster placement, and adoption services for animals in need.

The Pixie Project

A Portland-based animal rescue organization that Swickard Auto Group supported in its early animal welfare initiatives in 2015.

Mason

Jeff Swickard's rescue dog, who was returned three times before finding his forever home, and has become a beloved ambassador for Swickard's animal welfare mission.

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What they’re saying

“Our mission to save 1,000 dogs every year is a commitment we are making across Swickard Auto Group. Oregon has shown us what is possible when a community rallies around its local organizations. We are proud of our long-standing support for Oregon Dog Rescue, and we are focused on building even more momentum, so more get the care they need and the homes they deserve.”

— Jeff Swickard (EINPresswire.com)

What’s next

Swickard Auto Group invites the Portland area community to join in supporting animal welfare through adoption, fostering, volunteering, and local giving. Updates on partnerships and ways to get involved will be shared through Swickard channels throughout the year.

The takeaway

Swickard Auto Group's mission to save 1,000 dogs annually in Oregon demonstrates how businesses can leverage their resources and platforms to make a meaningful impact on important social issues, in this case, animal welfare. The company's long-standing support for local rescue organizations and its founder's personal passion for ensuring all pets receive the care and compassion they deserve serve as an inspiring example of corporate social responsibility.