McNeese Vice President and Director of Athletics Heath Schroyer has announced the signing of a $1.5 million corporate sponsorship with Lake Charles Toyota to the McNeese Athletic Foundation to continue a long-running relationship with the local car dealership owned by the Tarver family.
 
"I'm so excited to announce this partnership with Lake Charles Toyota," said Schroyer. "This strategic partnership will continue to help move our athletic department forward in the ever-competitive world of college athletics. McNeese is the soul of Southwest Louisiana and Lake Charles Toyota and the Tarver family have always been a staple in the community.
 
"I can't thank them enough for their continued commitment to McNeese Athletics."
 
Founded in 1997 by Phillip Tarver, Lake Charles Toyota is a multi-generational, family-owned business that has been a major supporter of McNeese Athletics and McNeese State University since its beginning.
 
"McNeese relies on the backing of both small businesses and large industries to ensure the best opportunities and experiences for its students and community," said Corey Tarver, Partner and General Manager at Lake Charles Toyota. "We take great pride not only in this current agreement with the MAF, but also in the long-standing commitment Lake Charles Toyota has shown to McNeese State University. It's also crucial that we thank the customers who support our business and allow us to maintain partnerships like these. We are deeply grateful for your ongoing patronage."
 
Added Tarver: "This agreement with MAF reflects our confidence in the future of the university. Exciting things are ahead and we want to be at the forefront as they unfold."
 
The dealership challenges consumers to raise their expectations of what an auto buying experience SHOULD be, and then look around to see who can meet or exceed those standards.
 
You will also see Lake Charles Toyota at festivals, fundraisers, and sporting events serving the community with the same level of excellence you can experience at the dealership. To learn more about Lake Charles Toyota and its unique process to buying and servicing your vehicle, visit lakecharlestoyota.com.
 
Lake Charles Toyota also sponsors the Cowboy Block Parties which are held every Friday night before home football Saturdays in the Robert Noland Alumni Grove which features a free concert with well-known local and regional bands.