BASF customer Andrew Lee and Driven to Cure receive state of Maryland award

Andrew was diagnosed with a rare form of kidney cancer when he was 19. Now 21, Andrew chose to fight his cancer and raise awareness of rare kidney cancers by creating the charity.  He has raised more than $400,000 and shared his story of hope to thousands with his Driven to Cure custom 2015 Nissan GT-R. “We’re honored to support Andrew and Driven to Cure,” said Dan Bihlmeyer, BASF Marketing Director, Automotive Refinish. “His spirit and determination are an inspiration for all.”

Andrew Lee, second from left, accepts the People Helping People Award from Maryland Comptroller, Peter Franchot, left, with (third from left) Andrew’s physician W. Marston Linehan M.D., Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute and Jennie Lucca, CEO, Children’s Inn at the National Institute of Health.

BASF provided the custom DTC orange Glasurit paint with a pearl effect for the GT-R and has continued to support Andrew and Driven to Cure at various events including the Cars & Fight Cancer event October 14-15 in Virginia and at the SEMA Show n 2016.

 “Andrew was chosen because of his amazing passion and commitment to raise awareness and money to help find a cure for rare cancers,” said Peter Franchot, Comptroller. “His dedication and bravery are inspirations to all Marylanders. The work he’s doing brings hope and improves the quality of life for people around the world.”

The award, established in 2012, honors the public service of former Maryland Mayor, Governor and Comptroller, Schaefer.  The award is presented to Maryland residents in each of the 23 counties and the city of Baltimore who demonstrate an unwavering dedication to helping others.