In keeping with its mission to give back, the organizers of the Love City Car Show have donated $1,000 to St. John KATS (Kids and the Sea), a nonprofit focused on marine education and water safety for youth. The donation comes from proceeds raised during the event’s 10th annual Labor Day car show.
Love City Car Show founders Big Al Smith and Jay Swartley said supporting youth organizations has always been a core part of the event, which began a decade ago as a small community gathering and has since grown into the largest car show in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands. Through hands-on programs led by volunteers, St. John KATS teaches children how to safely enjoy and respect the marine environment.
Smith and Swartley said they are proud that the car show continues to bring the St. John community together — especially young people — while turning a day of cars and family fun into meaningful support for local organizations.
