Bobby and Carolyn Crabtree Honored as Corporate Leadership Award Recipients at the American Red Cross Ruby Red and White Ball
At Crabtree Lexus of New Haven, we hold ourselves to a standard that goes beyond the showroom. The Lexus commitment to excellence — in craftsmanship, in service, in every detail — is one we extend to the way we show up for our community as well. On April 25, 2026, that standard was recognized in the most meaningful way possible, when Bobby and Carolyn Crabtree were named Corporate Leadership Award recipients at the American Red Cross Ruby Red and White Ball.
The Ruby Red and White Ball is one of Connecticut’s premier philanthropic gatherings, and this year’s event carried special significance — marking the American Red Cross’s 40th anniversary in the region while raising over $1.3 million to fund the organization’s lifesaving work across the state. The Crabtree Motor Group was honored to serve as a presenting sponsor of the evening, standing alongside Connecticut’s most committed community leaders and advocates.
A Recognition Rooted in Genuine Service
The Corporate Leadership Award is reserved for those whose community commitment reflects something deeper than obligation — a sincere, enduring dedication to the people and places around them. Bobby and Carolyn Crabtree were chosen for this honor because, over many years, they have demonstrated exactly that kind of leadership.
At Crabtree Lexus of New Haven, we see their example lived out every day. It shapes the culture of our dealership, the way our team engages with guests, and the pride we take in being a business that is genuinely woven into the fabric of the East Haven and greater New Haven, CT community. This honor belongs to Bobby and Carolyn — and we are privileged to celebrate it with them.
A Legacy of Community in the Greater New Haven Area
Crabtree Lexus of New Haven has long been part of the East Haven and greater New Haven, Connecticut community, operating as one of five locations within the Crabtree Motor Group. Across all five stores — from East Haven to Watertown to Milford to Middlebury — the Crabtree name carries a consistent promise: that doing business with us means supporting a group of people who genuinely care about this state.
Bobby and Carolyn have cultivated that reputation deliberately and quietly, through years of nonprofit support, school and community sponsorships, and a hands-on approach to giving back that has made a real difference for families across Connecticut. The American Red Cross Corporate Leadership Award is a public acknowledgment of work that has largely spoken for itself.
The American Red Cross — Serving Connecticut Every Day
The American Red Cross is a constant, essential presence in Connecticut communities — mobilizing within hours of a home fire, maintaining a reliable blood supply for hospitals and trauma centers, equipping residents with CPR and first aid skills, and providing critical support to military families navigating deployment and transition. This work is sustained entirely by the generosity of community partners, volunteers, and donors.
The $1.3 million raised at the Ruby Red and White Ball represents a significant investment in the Red Cross’s ability to continue and expand that mission throughout our state. We are proud to have contributed to that effort, and proud to have Bobby and Carolyn Crabtree carry the Crabtree Motor Group’s values into an evening of such consequence.
Get Involved
The Crabtree Lexus of New Haven team — congratulates Bobby and Carolyn on this deeply deserved recognition. The leadership, generosity, and commitment to Connecticut are an inspiration to everyone.
If you feel inspired to support the American Red Cross — whether through volunteering, blood donation, or a financial contribution — we encourage you to visit redcross.org to get started.
To learn more about Crabtree Lexus of New Haven and the Crabtree Motor Group’s community involvement across Connecticut, visit our About Us page or come see us at our East Haven location.
