Small businesses are the backbone of local communities, providing more than just goods and services. They create jobs, support other local enterprises, and foster a sense of community. At Christian Brothers Automotive in Bedford, Texas, we are proud to be part of this vital network, working daily to support our neighbors, our town, and the wider local economy. Here's how small businesses like ours make a big impact.

• Supporting Local Families

When you choose to use the services of a small business, you’re not just paying for a service—you’re supporting the lives of multiple families. At Christian Brothers Automotive in Bedford, we employ a dedicated team whose hard work ensures that we can provide quality services to our community. The services you pay for supports over ten families, allowing us to offer living wages, medical benefits, and retirement plans to our team members. This means more stability and security for each family, which directly benefits the local economy as they spend their earnings on housing, groceries, schooling, and other essentials within the community.

• Economic Impact of Local Spending

Small businesses are integral to keeping money circulating within the local economy. For example, when we need parts and supplies, we prioritize working with other local businesses, helping to keep their doors open, too. By purchasing from nearby automotive part distributors, office supply stores, meals for our team and other local businesses, we ensure that our dollars stay close to home, creating a ripple effect that benefits other small businesses, their employees, and their families. It’s a chain reaction that strengthens the economic fabric of our area, one transaction at a time.

• Contributing Through Taxes and Community Support

Operating a small business also means contributing to the community through property and business property taxes. Christian Brothers Automotive pays tens of thousands of dollars each year to local taxing entities, which helps fund essential public services like schools, emergency services, parks, and infrastructure improvements. This investment helps maintain the quality of life that we all enjoy in the Mid-Cities.

Beyond our financial contributions, we take pride in actively supporting local nonprofits and charitable organizations. Through a combination of financial donations, volunteering time, and in-kind support, we help local groups achieve their missions. Whether it's sponsoring local events, providing support to youth programs, or assisting with food drives, we are committed to giving back to the community that has supported us.

One of our proudest contributions has been repairing and donating multiple vehicles to single parents struggling with transportation. These donations have helped families get to work, school, and other critical appointments, offering a helping hand when they need it most. It’s one of the many ways we try to make a positive impact on the lives of our neighbors.

• Keeping the Community Moving

As an automotive repair shop, our role in the community goes beyond maintaining cars. We keep hundreds of people on the road each week, ensuring they can reach their jobs, attend medical appointments, participate in community events, and support their children at sporting activities. By keeping their vehicles safe and reliable, we help keep the local economic engine, and their lives, running smoothly.

• Thank You for Your Support

At the end of the day, we recognize that none of this would be possible without the support of our loyal customers. By choosing Christian Brothers Automotive in Bedford, you’re not only getting top-notch auto repair services but also helping us continue our mission of supporting families, local businesses, and community organizations. Your choice helps keep our community strong, vibrant, and connected.

If you need any auto services or just want to learn more about what we do, come by and enjoy a free cup of coffee at 3920 Hwy 121, Bedford, TX 76234, call us at 817-399-0700 or check us out online at cbac.com/bedford. We’re proud to serve you, and we look forward to continuing our work together in making Bedford a great place to live and work.