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DRIVING COMPASSION
GEORGE SHINN’S PHILANTHROPIC JOURNEY
AND THE “HONOLULU LULU”
To date, Barrett-Jackson – along with its donated from Mark and Tetiana Pieloch,
gracious consignors and enthusiastic bidders and additional donations, resulted in
– has successfully raised a remarkable sum $1,760,000 being raised for the cause.
of over $154 million for charitable causes. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis brought the
Longtime friend of Barrett-Jackson George gavel down on the charitable sale.
Shinn, a notable American businessman Continuing his philanthropic stride, Shinn
rooted in self-made accomplishment, now proceeded to sell a rare Heritage Edition
dedicates a substantial portion of his time Mustang Shelby GT500at the 2022 Houston
to meaningful philanthropic initiatives that extend a Auction. Every penny of the $1,000,938 raised by that sale
helping hand to those in need.
benefited Samaritan’s Purse and the Florida Disaster Fund.
In April 2022, Shinn displayed his altruism by parting Both these organizations were actively engaged in assisting
ways with his 2009 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake the victims of Hurricane Ian in Southwest Florida, reflecting
as part of the Palm Beach Auction. The purpose was to Shinn’s dedication to aiding those affected by tragedy.
generate funds in support of Samaritan’s Purse, aiding Like Shinn, Samaritan’s Purse stands ready to respond
their endeavors in disaster relief and urgent medical at a moment’s notice when disaster strikes, whether at
care within Ukraine. His efforts, combined with a home or abroad. Now, Shinn is generously contributing
1986 Chevrolet Corvette convertible Indy pace car
a 1932 Chevrolet Woody custom wagon, affectionately
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