Pictured l to r... MJ Lofland, Chief Operating Officer of i.g. Burton Auto Group; Tasha Scott, Executive Director of Shepherd Place; and Charlie Burton, President of i.g. Burton Auto Group
Dover, Del. — i.g. Burton Toyota of Dover is proud to announce a $10,000 donation to Shepherd Place, a Dover-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity in Kent County.
The donation reflects i.g. Burton’s long-standing commitment to giving back to the communities it serves and supporting organizations that make a meaningful, local impact.
“Shepherd’s Place is doing truly important work right here in our community,” said Charlie Burton, President of i.g. Burton Auto Group. “This donation is about more than dollars — it’s about standing alongside an organization that provides dignity, stability, and hope to people who need it most. We’re honored to support their mission.”
The contribution underscores i.g. Burton Toyota of Dover’s focus on community involvement and its alignment with organizations making a difference at the local level.
“At i.g. Burton, we believe strong communities are built through meaningful partnerships,” said MJ Lofland, Chief Operating Officer of the i.g. Burton Auto Group. “Shepherd’s Place has a lasting impact in Dover and throughout Kent County, and we’re proud to support their mission and the lives they touch every day.”
Shepherd’s Place provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, and supportive services aimed at helping individuals and families achieve long-term housing stability.
“This generous donation from i.g. Burton Toyota of Dover will directly support our programs and the people we serve,” said Tasha Scott, Executive Director of Shepherd Place in Dover. “Community partnerships like this are essential to our mission, and we are deeply grateful for i.g. Burton’s continued commitment to caring for our neighbors.”
i.g. Burton Toyota of Dover remains committed to supporting local nonprofits and initiatives that strengthen the Dover community and improve quality of life across central Delaware.
About i.g. Burton Toyota of Dover
i.g. Burton Toyota of Dover is part of the i.g. Burton Auto Group, a family-owned company founded in 1908. With a long tradition of customer service and community involvement, i.g. Burton proudly represents multiple automotive brands across Delaware and Maryland.
About Shepherd Place
Shepherd Place is a nonprofit organization based in Dover, Delaware, providing shelter, housing, and support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, with a focus on stability, self-sufficiency, and dignity.