Community Involvement
Are you in the Winter Haven, FL area and want to know more about what’s going on in your community? Kelley Automotive Group can help! Our community involvement page showcases various community involvement examples and events taking place around the Auburndale, FL area and beyond. Kelley Automotive Group is proud to not only be your go-to destination for your next new or used vehicle purchase, but to also serve as your guide to the Lakeland, FL, Bartow, FL, and Winter Haven, FL communities.
Bartow High School Basketball Team Support
Kelley Buick GMC is a supporter of the Bartow High School Varsity Basketball Team. We hosted a fundraiser for the team at the dealership in honor of the team becoming 2x State Champions! Each player had two chances to make a free throw shot to earn a donation. No player missed a shot!
We also sponsored the meals for the players, parents, and coaches at their end of the year Championship Celebration banquet.
Bloomin’ Arts Festival
The annual Bloomin’ Arts Festival takes place in the heart of downtown Bartow during the first weekend of March every year. Painters, sculptors, jewelers, wood workers, metal artists, clay artists, mixed media, and fiber are some of the artwork on hand to view and buy.
The Saturday Classic Car Show is sponsored by Kelley Buick GMC. Car collectors come together to compete for trophies and visitor attention. Lined up on Broadway, festival goers can see the cars close up and chat with the collectors.
Bustin’ Clays with Sheriff Grady Judd
Polk County Sheriff’s Charities, Inc. hosts its annual Bustin’ Clays with Sheriff Grady Judd fundraising event at Tenoroc Sporting Clays in Lakeland. Bustin’ Clays has become one of the most visible and fun shooting events in Central Florida.
Polk Sheriff’s Charities, Inc. will use 100% of all proceeds from this event to further their mission to support activities and charities that benefit the community associated with and identified through the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Full Moon Howl
The annual Full Moon Howl event hosted by Peace River Center supports the almost $1.4 million of charity care provided to individuals in need of services each year. Peace River Center is an innovative provider of integrated behavioral health services, substance use disorders treatment, and domestic violence shelters regardless of ability to pay.
Full Moon Howl sponsored by Kelley Buick GMC features incredible auction items, a 50/50 drawing for a chance to win up to $10,000, giveaways, and most importantly, stories of how YOUR support positively impacts individuals and families in our community.
Hardee County Fair
The Hardee County Fair is all about the kids. They offer a range of livestock exhibitions, pageants, arts & crafts competitions and a Citrus program. They also feature a thrilling midway provided by Arnold Amusements, along with all the Fair food you can handle.
Kelley Buick GMC is a major sponsor of the fair. We donate money fundraised from the 20 Buck Truck raffle in support of youth in agriculture in Hardee County.
Jeepin’ With Judd
Jeepin’ With Judd is a three-day family Jeep festival that offers obstacles and trail rides at Clear Springs Ranch in Bartow. It’s a fundraiser for Polk Sheriff’s Charities, and each year, Kelley Buick GMC is a Title Sponsor for the event. We also donate a Jeep for the “Cheep Jeep” raffle every year.
Central Florida Youth In Agriculture Livestock Showcase & Sale
Kelley Buick GMC supports the Livestock Showcase & Sale, hosted by Central Florida Youth in Agriculture (CFYIA). This event is open to all Polk County, FL Youth residents and those who go to school in Polk County.
The CFYIA Board and Volunteers host a livestock showcase that is an educational experience for exhibitors and will provide opportunities to build life skills and relationships that will last a lifetime.
Visit Kelley Automotive Group Today!
Whether you’re visiting our Lakeland dealership for your next ride or routine service, we’re proud to assist you in any way that we can. Keep updated on all of the exciting events through our community involvement page. Contact us today with any questions!