Association of Progressive Rental Organizations

American Rental Helps Kids Suit Up for Halloween

Bloomington, Indiana-based Full-O-Pep Appliances Inc., dba American Rental is teaming up with a local nonprofit organization to provide children in need with free Halloween costumes so they can fully enjoy the spooky fun of the holiday. 

On Halloween weekend, more than 500 costumes and accessories will be available at American Rental (1416 Liberty Dr) for Bloomington families to borrow for free. The store will hold a daily party 4-6 p.m. on October 28-31, 2022, for children ages newborn to 14 to come and discover the right Halloween costume for them. 

All costumes have been either locally donated or newly purchased this year through Halloween Re-Imagined, a nonprofit working to help children experience the magic of make-believe. 

Children must be present to get their costumes, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Children are expected to wear their costumes during the Halloween weekend and return them to American Rental afterward so the clothes can be cleaned, mended, and stored for next year. 

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Mike Tissot

Countryside Rentals Inc., dba Rent-2-Own

Mike grew up in the rent-to-own industry under the guidance of his father, former APRO President and RTO legend Darrell Tissot. For nearly 25 years, Mike’s innovative leadership has helped expand the family business to more than 40 stores across Ohio and Kentucky while also shaping the industry as a whole.

He has served as President of the Ohio Rental Dealers Association, an APRO board member and Treasurer, and President and Treasurer of the TRIB Group. His contributions have earned him the APRO President’s Award of Excellence and the title of APRO Rental Dealer of the Year.

Outside of RTO, Mike enjoys time at the lake house or in Orange Beach, Alabama, with his girlfriend, Angela Strong McCool. A passionate Cincinnati Reds fan, he rarely misses a game, whether watching or listening alongside his parents. He also takes every opportunity to visit Arizona, where his daughter is currently attending Arizona State University.