Gregg Smith Automotive – Giving Back to Belleview

At Gregg Smith Automotive, we’re more than just an auto repair shop — we’re a proud part of the Belleview community. From school supply drives to car shows for a cause, we believe in using our platform to give back, support families, and build connections that matter.

Current Initiative: July & August 2026

Location: Drop-offs at Gregg Smith Automotive & Belleview City Hall

Beneficiaries: Belleview Elementary & Belleview-Santos Elementary School

We are officially in full swing with our 2026 summer school supply drive! Building on the incredible momentum of our past events, we kicked this year’s drive off with a blast over the Fourth of July weekend at the City of Belleview’s America250 Fireworks Celebration alongside Ocala Premier Inflatables. We are collecting new backpacks and essential classroom supplies to ensure local students walk into school on day one with the tools and confidence they need to succeed.

Items Needed: New backpacks, notebooks, composition books, folders, pencils, pens, crayons, scissors, glue sticks, and wide-ruled paper.

Date: May 2, 2026

Location: Lake Lillian (Belleview Founder’s Day Festival)

One of Belleview’s favorite annual traditions returned to Lake Lillian this spring! Gregg Smith Automotive proudly hosted our community car show featuring a stunning turnout of gorgeous classic cars, modern muscle, custom builds, and lowriders. Thanks to registration entry fees and community raffle ticket sales, this year’s show gathered local car clubs and residents alike to raise vital funds for the United Way of Marion County to support local education, health, and financial stability initiatives.

Sponsors & Supporters: Citizens First Bank, NAPA (Graham Automotive), O’Reilly Auto Parts, Jasper Engines, Clifford Insurance, National Parts Depot, and more.

Upcoming Community Events

We're always planning new ways to serve our neighbors. Here is what is on our calendar:

DATE

EVENT

DESCRIPTION

ACTION

Fall 2026

Fall Car Care
Seminar

Free workshop: Learn the basics of tire safety, battery health, and cold
weather prep.

Sign-up coming soon

Dec 2026

Holiday Toy Drive

Free workshop: Learn the basics of tire safety, battery health, and cold
weather prep.

Drop-off details TBA

Spring
2027

Earth Day ParkClean-Up

Volunteer with our team and neighbors to clean up and beautify a local
Belleview park space.

Earth Day ParkClean-Up

August 2025 Backpack Drive

August 2025 Backpack Drive: Our community completely rallied together! Led by owners Betty and Alex Otero alongside partners like Graphicten, Belleview Chiropractic, Benmar Construction, Meldon Law, and AdventHealth, we successfully collected, packed, and delivered over 300 supply-filled backpacks (more than 160 per school) to the students of Belleview Elementary and Belleview-Santos Elementary.

May 2025 Inaugural Car Show

Our very first Founder's Day event drew 91 vehicles and raised over $1,500 directly for United Way programs.

Featured Press Coverage:

City of Belleview Adds Launch of School Supply Drive to America250 Events — 352today

This article highlights how the City, Gregg Smith Automotive, and Ocala Premier Inflatables teamed up to kick off the summer charity drive on the Fourth of July.

Gregg Smith Car Show raises $1,500 at Belleview Founder's Day — 352today

Coverage of our inaugural charity car show event at Lake Lillian benefiting United Way of Marion County.

Want to join us in giving back?

  • Partner with us as a business sponsor on upcoming events.
  • Drop off supplies or services during our active donation windows.
  • Volunteer alongside our crew at future park clean-ups.

Contact Us to learn more or find out how you can join the team.

Gregg Smith Automotive