On Tuesday, U.S. Army veteran Nolan Sutton received a refurbished 2014 Chevy Impala from Midas of Ogden.

According to a press release on the gift, Sutton’s service was cut short by injury.

“Nolan joined the U.S. Army straight out of high school, driven by a desire for direction, discipline, and purpose,” the release said. “As an Engineer Mechanic, he served at Fort Lewis, Washington, and was also stationed in San Clemente and Texas, where he played a key role in construction and repair projects for the Army and Border Patrol. During his service, Nolan sustained a hand and wrist injury that made continuing in the mechanic field impossible–but he adapted, building a career in water damage and mold restoration, where he could work around his injury.

“Life after the Army brought its own challenges. With the support of fellow veterans and services, Nolan overcame these obstacles and rebuilt his life. Today, he works in the excavation industry, carrying forward the same resilience, determination, and work ethic that defined his military service. Yet one barrier remained: reliable transportation.”

Justin Morris, director of operations for Legacy Midas, told the Standard-Examiner this is where they came in.

“We partnered with a program called Project Spark that finds someone that is in need,” he said. “We purchased, refurbished and made ready a vehicle for Nolan. He’s a veteran and it’s Veterans Day and we wanted to give back.”

He said that Legacy Midas has worked with Project Spark in the past.

“This is actually our second time participating with Project Spark and giving back to the local community,” he said. “It is important to give back to the community any opportunity that we can. Project Spark is one of those programs that finds somebody in need that transportation could help elevate them and propel them forward in their journey.”

Sutton told the Standard-Examiner he served in the Army from 1996-1999.

“I went in as heavy equipment repair working on engineering equipment,” he said. “I got some injuries in the Army so I was no longer able to do the skill I got in the Army. That was 30 years ago almost. I had some ups and downs and I’m just getting my life back together right now, and this is a big help.”

He said he recently was referred to Project Spark.

“They got in touch with me and I was like, ‘Wow, is this really going to happen?'” he said. “It’s still a big shock. I feel blessed. It’s hard to put into words. I feel blessed and this is going to be a big help for me getting to work and back. Don’t have to bother people for rides. … I appreciate everybody at Midas and anybody that had anything to do with this. I appreciate all of the help.”

The release notes that NAPA Auto Parts and 1-800-Cars also contributed to the project.

Lance Jensen, Midas district manager, told the Standard-Examiner that it was good to give back to someone who’s already given so much.

“It’s important because we want to give back to our community, especially a veteran that’s put so much of himself out there to take care of us,” he said. “We want to take care of him.”

Store manager Danny Jensen told the Standard-Examiner that they’re excited to be able to help Nolan out.

“We’re just happy to be here to support him,” he said.

Morris said Legacy Midas has more projects planned with Legacy Spark in the near future.