"Revving Up Joy" Car Show Celebrates Classic Cars and Community Connection

Libby Hastings • June 24, 2025

Kansas Advocates for Better Care (KABC) hosted its first-ever community car show this month, and we’re still riding high from the energy, joy, and connections sparked at the event. Despite a little Kansas rain, 28 beautiful classic cars and over 200 attendees came out to celebrate.


We were thrilled to welcome residents from both Pioneer Ridge and Presbyterian Manor, who joined alongside their families, caregivers, and community members to admire the lineup of vintage vehicles. The car show was part of our 50th anniversary celebrations, and we couldn’t think of a better way to bring generations together for fun, fresh air (a little drizzle), and conversation.


We gave away over $100 through our 50/50 raffle, raffled off three gift cards and a car banner (each paired with a KABC t-shirt), and awarded four standout cars:

  • Oldest Car – 1917 Dodge Roadster
  • KABC’s Choice – 1937 Buick
  • Resident’s Choice – 1955 Chevy Bel Air
  • Best in Show – 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1


None of this would have been possible without our outstanding planning committee, especially Max and Dalton, who helped steer every detail from concept to execution. We also want to give a heartfelt shout-out to our volunteers—Garrett, Richard, and Kurt—for helping during the show, and to our dedicated board member Barbara Braa, who stayed for the entire event to lend a hand.


Special thanks to our generous event host, Rev City Church, for providing the perfect space to showcase these cars and connect with our community.


We’re also deeply grateful to our event partners:

  • O’Reilly Auto Parts and Audio-Reader Network, for setting up booths, handing out free goodies, and powering through the downpour 
  • ThisN’That-LFK, for serving up delicious food and drinks to keep spirits high
  • Douglas County Community Foundation, whose support made this event a reality
  • Our giveaway sponsors: Summit Racing Equipment, Stoner Car Care, Gateway Classic Cars, and EATON Detroit Spring – thank you for helping us create a memorable experience for all


From the rumble of vintage engines to the smiles shared between residents and car enthusiasts alike, this car show reminded us why community connection is so vital—especially for those in long-term care.


We’re already looking ahead to next year’s show. Until then, thank you for celebrating 50 years of advocacy, community, and care with us.

Unique brick floor at KABC's office

Impact Report 2025

By Libby Hastings • January 30, 2026
In 2025, KABC marked a major milestone: 50 years of advocating for the safety, dignity, and rights of older Kansans. Our newly released 2025 Impact Report reflects a year of meaningful progress, powerful advocacy, and deep community connection. This past year, KABC assisted hundreds of residents and families through direct advocacy, strengthened long-term care oversight through legislative work, and expanded access to information with the launch of a statewide senior resource directory in partnership with KDADS. We also amplified resident voices through media coverage, testified before legislative committees, and successfully countered efforts that would have weakened long-term care safety standards. As part of our 50th anniversary, we brought advocacy into the community with new events like Revving Up Joy, a classic car show connecting residents and neighbors, and a public screening of No Country for Old People , sparking critical conversations about the realities of long-term care in America. None of this work is possible without the support of our donors, partners, board members, and volunteers. Your commitment fuels our mission and helps ensure older Kansans are seen, heard, and protected. Read our full 2025 Impact Report here .
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