The Joseph Sams School to Receive Proceeds from Local Philanthropic Event
Fayetteville, Georgia — August 20, 2026 — The Joseph Sams School is pleased to announce its partnership with Tidal Wave Auto Spa for the company’s 18th annual Charity Day event, to be held on Friday, September 18, 2026. As part of Tidal Wave’s long-standing commitment to giving back, the company will donate 100% of wash proceeds during the one-day philanthropic event to local charities and non-profit organizations.
The Joseph Sams School plays a vital role in Fayette County by providing specialized education, therapies, and life-skills programs for children and young adults with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities. Support from community partners like Tidal Wave Auto Spa directly strengthens these services, ensuring families have access to high-quality, individualized care that would otherwise be out of reach.
The Joseph Sams School is pleased to partner with Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s Fayetteville location at 750 North Glynn for this year’s event. The Joseph Sams School, a non-profit organization providing educational and therapeutic support for children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will receive 25% of proceeds raised at this location on September 18th. The remaining 50% will go to Tidal Wave’s corporate partners, Annandale Village, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing progressive life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities, and The Joseph Sams School.
Join Us: The public is invited to visit Tidal Wave Auto Spa at 750 N Glynn in Fayetteville on Friday, September 18th, from 8 AM – 8 PM, for a car wash supporting The Joseph Sams School and its mission. No appointment needed — just drive up and wash for a cause.
Over the event’s 17-year history, Tidal Wave has donated more than $2.8 million to charitable organizations, with $864,075 raised at last year’s event. 2026 marks the company’s 18th annual Charity Day event, with 319 participating locations across 30 states.
Tidal Wave Auto Spa is dedicated to making a positive difference in the communities it serves and was honored as a Champion of Charity by Professional Car Washing & Detailing. Beyond its annual Charity Day event, the
company also gives back year-round through its fundraising program, which has helped raise over $5 million for local schools, organizations, churches, civic groups, and more.
For more details on Charity Day, visit https://www.tidalwaveautospa.com/community-engagement/. Follow along: #CharityDay #WaveOfDifference
About The Joseph Sams School
The Joseph Sams School is a nonprofit educational program founded in 1984 to serve children and young adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. For more than four decades, the school has been a cornerstone in the Fayette County community, providing individualized instruction, integrated therapies, and life-skills training that empower students to reach their fullest potential. Its long history of family-centered support and commitment to specialized education has made it a trusted resource for local families seeking a nurturing, highly tailored learning environment.
About Tidal Wave Auto Spa
Tidal Wave Auto Spa was founded over 25 years ago in Thomaston, GA, by husband and wife, Scott and Hope Blackstock. What started as a small-town self-service car wash business evolved into the first conveyor car wash open in Georgia and is now the fifth-largest conveyor car wash company in the nation, with over 320 locations spanning 30 states. Tidal Wave is committed to providing every customer an exceptional car wash experience through industry-leading car care technology, clean and attractive locations, and outstanding customer service. Tidal Wave is committed to making a positive impact in the communities it serves, raising over $8 million for local programs, service organizations, and non-profit organizations through the company’s fundraising program and annual philanthropic Charity Day event.








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