Community Events
While Steet Toyota of Johnstown loves to participate in community events, we are also fans of spending time with one another to help foster relationships and communication throughout our other stores! Each year we hold internal events and contests to strengthen our bonds!
Halloween Costume Contest & Trunk or Treat: Each year, everyone at our stores is encouraged to dress up for Halloween to have some fun! Joe and Steve Sr. pick their favorites in 8 categories for many chances to win! Our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat gets bigger and bigger every year and is a wonderful community event at our store
Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest & Holiday Party: Each of our stores has a catered holiday lunch party. We close shop for a bit, gather for a party, and enjoy catered food from local restaurants. Everyone is encouraged to wear their best Ugly Christmas Sweater (or costume) with prizes given out for different categories!
Golf Tournament: We hold our Annual Golf Tournament for employees and local vendors at a local golf course each summer! It’s a great way to relax, enjoy good weather, and compete for prizes!
Company Picnic: Held in Old Forge, NY at Enchanted Forest Water Safari! Employees and immediate family members get full-day tickets for fun and bonding.
Ski Trip to Gore Mountain: Enjoy Upstate NY’s winter weather with an annual ski trip to Gore Mountain! Includes full-day lift tickets and lunch at the Tannery Restaurant.
Holiday Giving: Every October–December, we hold our Coats for Kids Coat Drive, Thanksgiving Food Drive, and Holiday Giving Trees to benefit local schools and organizations. Check out our Holiday Donations page for more info!
Reader's Choice Awards: We’re proud to have won Best Auto Dealership in Town in the Leader Herald’s Reader’s Choice Awards! We’ve also earned Toyota’s Tri-State Area "Best in Town" award, placing in the Top 10 for Customer Service.
Local Little League Sponsorships: Each year, we sponsor a local team to promote sportsmanship and community spirit.
Steet Toyota of Johnstown: Building Community Through Compassion and Celebration
Steet Toyota of Johnstown exemplifies a deep commitment to community engagement, orchestrating events that bring joy and support to local residents. Their annual "Trunk or Treat" event, held each October, transforms the dealership into a festive Halloween haven. Families are invited to dress in costumes and collect candy from creatively decorated vehicle trunks, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment with allergy-friendly and sensory-friendly treats. The event also features local heroes from the Johnstown Fire Department and delicious offerings from the MegaBites Food Truck, fostering a sense of unity and celebration among attendees.
Beyond festive gatherings, Steet Toyota of Johnstown actively addresses community needs through various charitable drives. Their longstanding "Coats for Kids" initiative, now in its seventh year, has provided over 1,000 winter clothing items to elementary students in the Broadalbin-Perth and Amsterdam Central School Districts, ensuring children stay warm during harsh winters. Similarly, the dealership's Thanksgiving Food Drive supports the Amen Place Soup Kitchen in Amsterdam, NY, with substantial donations, including two carloads of food and a $1,000 contribution in 2024. These efforts underscore the dealership's dedication to combating food insecurity and supporting families in need.
Steet Toyota of Johnstown's commitment extends to the holiday season through their "Holiday Giving Tree" program, which has been brightening lives for 17 years. In 2024, the initiative successfully donated 172 gifts to families in the Amsterdam and Gloversville School Districts, contributing to a total of 651 items across all Steet Ponte Auto Group stores. Additionally, their annual Pet Food Drive benefits local animal shelters, such as the James A. Brennan Humane Society, by providing essential supplies for animals awaiting adoption. Through these diverse initiatives, Steet Toyota of Johnstown demonstrates a holistic approach to community involvement, fostering a spirit of generosity and care that resonates throughout the region.