This weekend’s test-drive fundraising event will generate much-needed money for helping students in the Leeds community.

Across the United States, there are vital arts, music and sports programs that are being cut annually due to growing budgetary constraints and lack of funding. Today’s youth are missing out on extremely valuable opportunities to expand their knowledge and diversify their interests, as well as the chance to have a little fun! Town & Country Ford in Pell City wants to keep these opportunities available for our local students at Leeds High School.

Town & Country Ford in Pell City is bringing Ford Motor Company’s Drive 4 UR School program to the Leeds community in an effort to raise up to $6,000 for Leeds High School. For every person who takes the wheel and test-drives a new Ford vehicle at the Bama Flea Mall on September 22, Town & Country Ford in Pell City and Ford Motor Company will donate $20 to Leeds High School.

“We know funding for school programs is hard to come by, and we want to do our part to help make sure these programs remain available,” said Doug Bailey, General Manager at Town & Country Ford. “We’re excited to raise money for Leeds High School.”

The event, which will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., will feature many vehicles from Ford’s impressive line-up.

“Whether you are looking to test out our larger vehicles, like the Explorer or F-150, or are more interested in a smaller sedan, like the Focus, we will be able to put you behind the wheel of your favorite Ford vehicle,” said Bailey. Dealership staff on site will be able to assist with all Ford vehicles and provide additional information about each vehicle available for test-drive.

Since the start of Ford’s Drive 4 UR School program in 2007, more than $11 million in donations have been generated for high schools nationwide.

To participate in this exciting event and get behind the wheel of your favorite Ford vehicle, please visit the Bama Flea Mall between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. on September 22.

Participants must be 18 or older and have a valid driver’s license. There is a limit of one test-drive per household. All test-drives will last approximately 7-10 minutes.