At Sage Automotive, we've always believed that auto repair should be built on trust. As a queer and locally owned automotive repair business, we've worked hard to create an experience that feels different from the stereotypes often associated with the industry. We believe in transparency, honest communication, quality workmanship, and repairs done right the first time. Our goal has never been to sell unnecessary services or pressure customers into repairs they don't need. Instead, we've focused on building long-term relationships and earning the trust of every customer who chooses us to care for their vehicle. Our Story Sage Automotive was born out of a desire to create something that often feels hard to find in the automotive industry: a sense of community, trust, and accessibility. For the better part of the last year, we've operated as a mobile repair business, meeting customers where they are and providing dependable automotive service without the overhead of a traditional shop. Along the way, we've had the opportunity to help people who have felt overlooked, intimidated, or underserved by the repair industry. We've worked to create a space where questions are welcome, recommendations are honest, and customers feel empowered to make informed decisions about their vehicles. From the beginning, our mission has been to provide reliable, accessible repairs for marginalized communities and beyond. We believe everyone deserves access to trustworthy automotive care, regardless of their background, identity, or level of mechanical knowledge. The relationships we've built through our mobile service have shown us just how much our community values an approach centered on respect, transparency, and genuine care. Why We're Asking for Help Like many small businesses, we've faced significant challenges over the past several months. Independent businesses everywhere are feeling the effects of a difficult economy. Rising operating costs, increased equipment expenses, and economic uncertainty have made growth more difficult than ever. At the same time, many small businesses struggle to access traditional financing, making it challenging to secure the capital needed to expand and invest in the future. Despite these obstacles, we are ready to take the next step. We're raising funds to help Sage Automotive move into our first permanent brick-and-mortar location. A dedicated space where we can better serve our customers, expand our capabilities, and continue building a trusted automotive repair shop that puts people first. A permanent shop would allow us to increase the number of vehicles we can service, take on larger and more complex repairs, invest in better equipment, and create a welcoming, professional environment where customers know they will be treated with honesty and respect. Our Goal: $15,000 We are seeking to raise $15,000 to help cover the essential costs of opening our new location, including: Move-in and lease startup expenses Purchase and installation of an automotive lift Exterior signage and branding Essential shop equipment and tools needed to operate efficiently and safely Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to opening our doors and creating a permanent home for Sage Automotive. What Your Support Means When you support this campaign, you're supporting more than a repair shop. You're helping build a community-centered business that values integrity over sales tactics, education over pressure, and relationships over transactions. You're supporting a queer-owned small business committed to making automotive repair more welcoming, transparent, and accessible. Most importantly, you're helping create a lasting resource for people who want honest repairs from mechanics they can trust. We've built Sage Automotive one customer, one repair, and one relationship at a time. Now we're asking for your help in building the next chapter. Whether you're able to donate, share this campaign, or simply spread the word, your support means everything to us. Every contribution and every share helps bring us closer to opening a permanent home for Sage Automotive and continuing the work we love for years to come. Thank you for your trust, your encouragement, and for believing in what we're building. We can't wait to welcome you into our new shop.