The Problem
WE RECEIVED 12,000 APPLICATIONS, BUT BECAUSE OF LIMITED RESOURCES, ONLY 1 OF 5 STUDENTS GET FUNDED.
The shortage of skilled technicians is a growing concern that presents numerous challenges. In 2024, TechForce received over 12,000 scholarship applications from technical students in need. Due to limited funding, we could only grant 1 out of every 5 requests for help.
Your donation is vital for empowering students in need to start life-changing technician careers.
EVERY FUTURE TECHNICIAN HAS A STORY OF HOW THEY WERE INSPIRED TO KEEP AMERICA MOVING.
This is Claire’s Uhler Story.
This is Joseph’s Pozda Story.
Joseph’s love of engines began with his grandfather. He launched a small lawnmower repair business, co-founded a high school car club, and even graduated early to pursue high-performance tech. His dream? Become a motorsport technician and one day own a community-focused shop. The CarMax Scholarship is helping him accelerate toward that future.
This is Madison’s Elkins Story.
Madison’s journey started in the garage with her dad. From handing him tools as a child to falling in love with racing, she was hooked early. Now, she dreams of working in Porsche Racing — traveling the world, wrenching on elite machines, and helping pit crews push for victory. The UTI Strong Start Scholarship is fueling her next lap.
This is Dylan’s Phillips Story.
“My dream is to become a Senior Master Technician, provide for my family, and own a home,” Dylan says. After the loss of his grandfather, finishing a suspension project solo became a turning point. “That was tough, but I knew he’d be proud.” That challenge strengthened his skills and confidence. With the Ford ASSET Accelerate Scholarship, he’s gaining the certifications he needs to reach his goals.
This is William Jackson III’s Story.
William has always known that automotive technology was the right fit. “I love problem-solving and helping people,” he says. With the industry’s job security and growth potential, he’s pursuing a career that lets him give back to his community while helping keep America moving — from EVs to hybrids.
This is Juno Kim’s Story.
“I want my skills to be available to people who need them,” says Juno. He’s pursuing a future-proof career that empowers both his customers and himself. “My dream job is one where I can express my passion and support my family at the same time.”
TechForce is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with the mission to champion all students to and through their education and into careers as professional technicians. They work to promote the technician profession, provide hands-on experiences for students, and award scholarships and grants to support technical education.
Yes, TechForce Foundation is a charitable, nonprofit with its 501(c)(3) designation from the IRS. Contributions are tax-deductible.
TechForce is an Arizona nonprofit corporation working nationwide to power the technician workforce. Our TechForce Network is a Cloud-based, social network for students, working techs, instructors and employers. Students attending any accredited post-secondary tech school across the U.S. can apply for scholarships, tap resources, and attend student experiences. At the same time, TechForce works locally through school partnerships, event producers, and TechForce Ambassadors to foster local relationships and boots-on-the-ground, community engagement.
First and foremost, we hope you value the societal impact your contribution makes. TechForce custom crafts our donor relationship to move the needle on causes they’re most passionate about, from youth, career exploration and technical education to workforce development, solving the shortage, and sharing the passion for cars with the next generation.
Second, TechForce has built an infrastructure to deliver great, deliberate value to our investors, from impact measurement, ability to meet students and aspiring techs, community relations and PR, employee engagement and volunteerism, customer activation, brand building, experiential marketing, the ability to post jobs and hire techs, and opportunity for TechForce to administer scholarships, student experiences or tech school support in your name (or that of a loved one or business).
Finally, both companies and individuals may enjoy a charitable tax deduction, and often companies elect marketing or business expense write offs.
TechForce Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with the mission to champion all students to and through their education and into careers as professional technicians.
