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Drive Change This September

September 1 to October 12, 2026

MBKW Editorial Team · September 2026 · 3 min read

From September 1 to October 12, Mercedes-Benz Kitchener-Waterloo is collecting non-perishable food for our neighbours across Waterloo Region. Our goal is simple: fill two Mercedes-Benz vehicles, trunk to roof.

Everything collected stays local, supporting The Food Bank of Waterloo Region and the food assistance programs it serves in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and the townships.

The Drive

Two vehicles. One community goal.

Two vehicles are parked with their trunks open and ready. Bring your items, place them inside, and that is it. No sign-up, no appointment.

Sales Side

By the showroom entrance

Stop by while you are browsing inventory or picking up a vehicle.

Service Area

In the service lane

Drop off when you arrive for an appointment or collect your vehicle.

Our Thank You

Give back, and let us give back to you

Donate food in September and receive 10% off eligible vehicle service during the same month. Mention your donation when you book or check in.

Book a Service Appointment

10% Off Eligible Service

10% service discount available to customers who make an eligible food donation during the promotional period in September 2026. Discount applies to eligible service purchases only. Some exclusions may apply. Cannot be combined with certain other offers. Contact Mercedes-Benz Kitchener-Waterloo for full details.

What To Bring

The items most needed right now

Straight from The Food Bank of Waterloo Region's most-needed list.

Canned meat and fish Tuna, salmon, chicken, ham

Peanut butter Always in high demand

Rice and dry pasta Plus beans and lentils

Canned fruit and vegetables Low sodium and low sugar

Pasta sauce Jarred or canned

Hot and cold cereal Oatmeal and breakfast cereal

Packed snacks Granola bars, apple sauce, pudding

Jam and fruit spread Shelf stable only

Shelf-stable meals Soup, stew, chili

Please note: items must be unopened, sealed and commercially packaged, with undamaged labelling and a valid best-before date. No homemade food. Full guidelines at thefoodbank.ca.

Why It Matters

Hunger is a local issue

72,500+ People in Waterloo Region rely on food support

199,000+ Food hampers delivered in the past year

1 in 9 Local households currently need food assistance

Figures published by The Food Bank of Waterloo Region.

Questions

Before you visit

When can I drop off?

Any day between September 1 and October 12, 2026, during regular dealership business hours.

Do I need to be a Mercedes-Benz customer?

No. The drive is open to everyone in Waterloo Region.

Can I donate money instead?

Our vehicles collect non-perishable food only. To give funds, donate directly at thefoodbank.ca, where every dollar helps provide two healthy meals.

How do I claim the 10% service offer?

The service offer applies to donations made in September. Mention your donation when you book or check in for eligible service that month. Call our service team at 519 579-4757 for eligibility details.

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Bring a donation. Help us fill the vehicles.

Visiting for service, shopping for your next Mercedes-Benz, or simply passing by: stop in and add something to a trunk. Together, we can drive change where it matters most.