Since our introduction
to Downtown Delray Beach and Palm Beach County in November 2002,Smashed,
Inc. ,a 501 C (3) nonprofit organization, has been embraced
by our leaders and members of our community. Needless to say,
we are proud to be a part of a community of caring and concerned
citizens who feel as we do about the increasing number of alcohol-related
accidents and deaths.
Last year, 17,448
people were killed in alcohol-related crashes. This represents
41 pourcent of all traffic deaths.More than 500,000 Americans
are injured annually in crashes involving alcohol. The annual
cost of alcohol-related crashes exceeds $114 billion!
We see campaigns
everywhere telling people not to drink and drive. But the fact
of the matter is that the rising fatality and accident statistics
are showing us that not enough people are paying attention.
We decided that it was long past due to put together a designated
driver program. Hence, Smashed, Inc., your Designated Driver
Program was born.!
To start, we
decided to be available during 7 holidays throughout the year
since that's when more drinking and celebrating occurs. The
rest of the year,Sober Dog will be reminding us all to "Always
Have a Designated Driver! "
The continued
success of the Smashed,Inc. Designated Driver Program is contingent
on our most important resources
our Sponsors and our Volunteers.
Without them, we could not be able to keep our friends and loved
ones safe from the dangers of drinking and driving.
So, please join
Doris, Richard and Marcel in saying a special and big "Thank
you" to all of the volunteers and sponsors who helped Smashed.
And remember