Bobby & Steve's Founder Receives Humanitarian Award

The founder of Eden Prairie-based Bobby & Steve's Auto World was recently recognized for his volunteerism and charitable work, receiving a “Mightiest of the Mighty” award.

According to a release, Bobby Williams, founder and senior partner of the small auto service chain, was one of three recognized by aftermarket auto parts dealer Mighty Auto Parts. The following is more from the release:

“The program celebrates the dramatic impact that one business and one person can make through volunteerism, charitable giving and philanthropic support,” said Ken Voelker, president and CEO of Mighty Auto Parts “We are proud to have Bobby as a customer and in honor of his work in the Twin Cities community, Mighty has donated $5,000 to Bobby & Steve’s Auto World Youth Foundation."

Established in February 2007, the Foundation promotes healthy living and literacy among local youth.  The Foundation has partnered with communities throughout the Twin Cities Metro Area to build and refurbish playgrounds. Recent projects include building a skateboard park in Bloomington and renovating the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park in Minneapolis.

In 2012, the Foundation starting an aggressive reading program to promote literacy by hosting events like ”Reading with Santa” and providing new books for children. Bobby & Steve’s Auto World Youth Foundation also provides annual grants to youth organizations and awards student scholarships.

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