Community Involvement
Airport Ford Donated a New Ford Explorer
Airport Marina Ford donated a new Ford Explorer to the Morales family, whose son was struck by a vehicele over the summer. They brought their 2010 Ford F-150 into Airport Marina Ford for repairs, and our dealership decided to surprise them with a pristine 2023 Ford Explorer, valued at around $36,000, free of charge.
“If there’s a child involved in a situation like that, and the condition of living in the other vehicle, and trying to survive out of that, and then that vehicle being as bad as it was, it was just the right thing to do,” the dealership’s general manager Dan Theroux told the outlet.
The family’s car would have required extensive restorations, including a new transmission, engine and a new interior, Theroux said. “Dan got the Ford vehicle to come into the dealership. We saw it on the flatbed and we were like, ‘Uh-oh, this needs more than just a repair,'” NOARUS Auto Group president Jamie Bishton added.
The new car comes complete with a Gold Certified warranty, meaning the family can bring it to any Ford dealer anytime they need it fixed.
At Airport Marina Ford, We Support Our Community!
At Airport Marina Ford, we believe in making a positive impact on the lives of those around us. Recently, we had the privilege of helping the Morales family, who were facing significant challenges. After bringing their 2010 Ford F-150 in for repairs, we surprised them with a brand-new 2023 Ford Explorer valued at $36,000. Given the tough conditions they had been living in, we knew a reliable vehicle would make a huge difference in their lives. The new SUV, which comes with a Gold Certified warranty, will provide them with the stability they need as they move forward.
This act of kindness follows a viral incident earlier this year, when 10-year-old Alfredo Morales, who has autism, was slapped by a man over an alleged interaction with a luxury vehicle. The community quickly rallied behind the family, raising nearly $100,000 to support them. Alfredo is now attending a specialized school for children with autism, and the Morales family is focused on rebuilding their lives. We’re proud to have played a part in supporting this deserving family, and we’re committed to continuing to serve our community.
Airport Marina Ford and Local Community Raises Over $5,000 for Culver City High School
Airport Marina Ford and Culver City High School are partnering on Saturday, May 12, from 9 to 5 in the Farragut School/Middle School faculty parking lot on the corner of Elenda Street and Farragut Drive for Ford’s Drive One 4 UR School event.
At this important event, members of the Culver City community can support the high school’s athletic programs by taking a test drive in any brand new Ford vehicle. For every test drive taken, Ford Motor Co. and Airport Marina Ford will donate $20 to the Culver City High School Booster Club. In total, the community can help raise up to $6,000 for the athletic programs, an amount that will be beneficial to the students. Every year, more arts, music and sports programs are cut due to budgetary constraints. This fundraising event is a unique way to fill some of those financial gaps.
Ford Motor Company donated a new Ford Escape Hybrid to KCRW as part of their fund raising campaign. Airport Marina Ford’s sales manager John Hammond presents the keys of the new Ford Escape hybrid to the winners Paul Dreibelbis and Barb Dancy. Like Ford Motor Company, we support KCRW and the contribution their programming makes to our society.
We see public radio as a great cause to support. The quality of programming provided by KCRW enriches our community.
Airport Marina Ford has donated to the Tribute to the Stars event, May 8, 2009 Silent and live auction.
Airport Marina Ford is a richly diverse group of people, which is reflected in our leadership team and the numerous community outreach programs in which we participate.
At Airport Marina Ford, diversity means opportunities for our entire workforce, respect for all individuals and inclusion of new ideas and viewpoints. Diversity strengthens us as individuals and as a dealership to better prepare us to be a positive influence in the Los Angeles community.
At this important event, members of the Culver City community can support the high school’s athletic programs by taking a test drive in any brand new Ford vehicle. For every test drive taken, Ford Motor Co. and Airport Marina Ford will donate $20 to the Culver City High School Booster Club. In total, the community can help raise up to $6,000 for the athletic programs, an amount that will be beneficial to the students. Every year, more arts, music and sports programs are cut due to budgetary constraints. This fundraising event is a unique way to fill some of those financial gaps.
To date, Ford dealerships and local communities across the United States have helped raise over 9 million dollars for high schools thanks to their hard work and partnership with the Drive One 4 UR School program.
Participants must be licensed drivers, 18 years and older. There is no cost to participate. For information, Mr. Chabola may be contacted at mrchabola@yahoo.com or 310.767.6587. Contact Airport Marina Ford.
