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…