DAI Restore’s Charity Cruise Nights Supports NEADS Service Dogs

2026 DAI Restore Charity Cruise Nights official post, supporting NEADS Service Dogs

For the past five years, DAI Restore has proudly hosted our charity Cruise Night events to benefit local veterans’ organizations. Each event brings together an impressive display of community support, averaging 70–80 classic cars, with some shows featuring over 100 vehicles in our parking lots. In addition, more than 100+ community members, local leaders, and supporters gather at each show, with all proceeds going directly to local veterans.

This Year’s Events

As we enter our sixth year, we’re placing an even greater emphasis on the charitable mission behind these events. First and foremost, Cruise Nights exist to give back to our community — specifically to the veterans who have served it. This year, we’re proud to support NEADS Service Dogs, a local organization that trains and places service dogs with individuals who need assistance. NEADS also runs a dedicated program for veterans living with permanent disabilities or PTSD. More specifically, NEADS provides service dogs at no cost to eligible veterans, so we feel especially motivated to raise both awareness and funding as we begin this next chapter of Cruise Nights.

In addition to on-site monetary donations, we will also host a supplies drive to further support NEADS and their service dogs which can include:

KONGs (size L-XL, black/red)
KONG Wubba toys (M-XL)
Nylabones (size L)
Benebones (size M-L)
Peanut butter (creamy; no xylitol)
FlexiChews
Enzymatic Pet Toothpaste
Easy Cheese

Image of DAI Cruise Nights with classic cars surrounding the community

Of course our Cruise Nights staples will be back. Cruisin’ with Bruce will be there spinning old-school hits that set the perfect backdrop, and Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House food truck will be there serving up New England classics. Bring yourself, friends/family, or your dog (and your giving spirits) – all our welcome!

Let’s give back to our veterans and help further NEADS mission in supporting those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Come join us on June 8th, July 13th, August 10th, and September 14th.