The World's Largest Auto Dealer Food Drive Starts Right Here at Home
Load Up for Our Community
Last year, our customers, employees, friends, and neighbors helped Kerlin Motor Company donate 720 pounds of food to Combined Community Services of Warsaw. This year, we are raising the bar with a community-wide goal of 1,000 pounds.
This Is What The Kerlin Way Looks Like
The Kerlin Way is about more than how we sell and service vehicles. It is about taking care of the people and communities that have supported our family-owned business since 1927.
Food insecurity can affect families much closer to home than many people realize. By partnering with Combined Community Services of Warsaw, every donation collected through this drive will help support people in our local area.
We are proud to join dealers around the world through the Ford Building Together Global Food Drive, but the impact of this effort will be felt right here at home.
Small Donations Create Real Impact
The Global Food Drive uses a standard of approximately 1.2 pounds of donated food per meal. At that rate, last year's 720-pound collection represented approximately 600 meals. Reaching 1,000 pounds this year would represent more than 830 meals for people in need.
Help Us Reach 1,000 Pounds
We will update our progress throughout the food drive so everyone can see what happens when a community shows up.
Progress will be updated as donations are received.
How You Can Help
Bring non-perishable food to Kerlin Motor Company or make a monetary donation online.
Bring Food to Kerlin's
Drop off unopened, non-perishable food at Kerlin Motor Company during normal business hours. Look for the food drive collection area inside the dealership.
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Prefer to make a monetary donation? Scan either QR code below. Every dollar helps Combined Community Services purchase the food and essentials our community needs most.
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What to Donate
Please donate unopened, non-perishable food. These items are commonly needed and easy for local food pantries to distribute.
Recommended Items
- Peanut butter and other nut butters
- Canned chicken, tuna, or salmon
- Protein bars
- Low-sugar cereal
- Whole-grain pasta
- Rice and brown rice
- Dry beans
- Canned vegetables
- Canned fruit in its own juice
- Low-sodium soups, chili, and stews
- Tomato sauce and canned tomatoes
- Canned entrées
- Non-fat powdered milk
Please Do Not Donate
- Opened or partially used packages
- Perishable or refrigerated food
- Expired food
- Items in glass containers
- Pet food
- Damaged or leaking packages
Drop-Off Information
Donations may be brought directly to Kerlin Motor Company.
Kerlin Motor Company
9944 S State Road 15
Silver Lake, IN 46982
Phone: 260-352-2162
Text: 833-690-2162
Donation Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM–2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
More Than a Dealership
For 99 years, Kerlin Motor Company has been part of this community. We believe being a local business means showing up, stepping forward, and helping take care of our neighbors. Thank you for helping us turn 720 pounds into 1,000 pounds—and make a meaningful difference for families throughout our area.
Help Us Reach the GoalFood and monetary donations collected through this campaign are intended to benefit Combined Community Services of Warsaw. Please confirm all payment-account information before publishing. #FordBuildingTogether