At Kunes Auto Group, we believe transportation is more than convenience—it’s connection, opportunity, and progress. That belief is at the heart of Kunes Drives Milwaukee 1000, a partnership with United Way that is already creating meaningful change across the Milwaukee community.
And when you see the impact in action, it becomes even more real.
12,500 Rides—and Thousands of Stories
Through Kunes Drives Milwaukee 1000, we’ve already helped provide more than 12,500 rides throughout Milwaukee. While that number is impressive, what truly matters are the lives behind it.
Each ride represents someone getting to work who otherwise couldn’t. It’s someone making it to a doctor’s appointment, reconnecting with family, or finally accessing an opportunity that once felt out of reach. For many, transportation isn’t just a convenience—it’s the missing link between where they are and where they want to be.
By helping bridge that gap, we’re not just offering rides—we’re helping people regain momentum in their lives.
More Than a Ride: Removing Real Barriers
This initiative was never just about getting people from one place to another. It’s about addressing the deeper challenges that often stand in the way of progress.
With the incredible support of the community, we’ve already raised $50,000 toward solutions that create long-term change. These funds are helping individuals recover their driver’s licenses, earn their GEDs, and overcome the “last mile” problem—one of the most persistent transportation challenges in urban and suburban areas.
In many parts of Milwaukee, public transit simply doesn’t reach where jobs are located. That final stretch—the distance between a bus stop and a workplace—can be the difference between employment and unemployment. By addressing that gap, we’re helping ensure that opportunity is no longer limited by geography.
A Community Effort Across Milwaukee
What makes Kunes Drives Milwaukee 1000 so powerful is the community behind it. From Greenfield to Oak Creek and throughout the greater Milwaukee area, people have come together to support a shared mission: helping neighbors succeed.
This isn’t just a Kunes initiative. It’s a community movement. Every dollar raised, every ride provided, and every story shared reflects a collective effort to create a stronger, more connected Milwaukee.
Halfway There—and Just Getting Started
Reaching $50,000 is a milestone worth celebrating, but it’s only part of the journey. We are officially halfway to our $100,000 goal, and the need in our community is still great.
The next phase of this effort will allow us to expand our reach, provide even more rides, and continue breaking down the barriers that prevent people from moving forward. With continued support, we can help more individuals access jobs, education, and essential services that improve their quality of life.
Driving Milwaukee Forward Together
Access to transportation should never be the reason someone can’t succeed. Yet for many, it remains one of the biggest obstacles they face.
That’s why this mission matters.
It’s about more than cars or rides—it’s about empowerment. It’s about giving people the chance to build better futures for themselves and their families.
To everyone who has supported Kunes Drives Milwaukee 1000 so far, thank you. Your contributions are creating real change, right here in our community.
And as we look ahead, one thing is clear: we’re stronger when we move forward together.
Let’s keep going.
Let’s keep driving Milwaukee forward.
