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Sacramento – The Automotive Service Councils Educational Foundation (ASCEF) is proud to announce that the Board of Trustees awarded 26 scholarships to 20 deserving students for a total of $26,500. ASCEF scholarships have grown out of a single donation to fully funded scholarships in the name of past ASCCA Members, Past Presidents, or individuals whose influence and dedication to the automotive industry warranted recognition for all time

“On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we are proud to continue ASCEF’s history of supporting up-and-coming automotive students with their education,” said John Eppstein, Foundation Chair. “Awarding these scholarships to students pursuing a degree in automotive technology is crucial for fostering innovation and excellence in the automotive industry. By supporting these students, we invest in their future and ensure the development of skilled professionals who will drive the advancements and sustainability of the automotive sector.”

Through its successful Cars4Careers program, ASCEF turns donated cars into education and training for individuals wanting a career in the automotive service industry. Each year, ASCEF awards scholarships ranging from $500 – $1,500 to high school seniors who plan to enroll in post-high school technical/academic training or college undergraduates in the automotive service field. Since establishing the Foundation in 1998, ASCEF has awarded $229,250 in scholarships.

“We look forward to welcoming them into the ASCEF family of highly qualified automotive technicians,” said David Kusa, ASCEF President. “Judging from the winners and the rest of our applicants, it’s clear to see our industry has a bright future.”

The 2025 scholarship application opens in October, and we encourage all those to apply by March 31, 2025.

To view the full list of scholarship recipients, visit https://ascef.org/scholarships.

Founded in 1998, The ASC Educational Foundation exists to provide educational and training opportunities, scholarships, and endowments in the field of automotive repair and maintenance. ASCEF Scholarships have been instrumental in helping recipients create rewarding careers in Automotive Technologies.

To learn more about the ASCEF and the Cars4Careers program, visit www.ascef.org.

Sacramento, CA, November 30, 2016 – Continuing its mission to support and advance the automotive service industry through financial support of industry bound students, the ASC Educational Foundation has awarded its 2016 scholarships.

Scholarship award recipients include:

George Williamson, De Anza College
Ngoc Hua, Rio Hondo College
Wyatt Hatcher, Universal Technical Institute
Fernando Rodriguez-Diaz, Merced College
Jordan Garcia, UTI
Daniel Swan, Skyline College
Danny Diaz, Cuyamaca College
Jenny Wong, Los Angeles Trade Technical
Raymond Meza, Rio Hondo College
Omar Chavez, Ventura College
Jonathan Rocha, De Anza College
Christian Amezquita, Rio Hondo College

“The Foundation is thrilled to be helping these students pursue their goals in the automotive services profession,” said Mary Kemnitz, Foundation chair. “Our main purpose is to assist and mentor those students who hold the same passion for this industry as we do.”  Qualified applicants include California high school seniors who plan to enroll in post-high school technical/academic training or California college undergraduates in the automotive services field.

ASCEF has been awarding scholarships since 2000 through its very successful Cars4Careers program.  Vehicle donations and financial contributions provide the funds for the scholarships.  “Our Cars4Careers vehicle donation program provides the fuel for the foundation, while our volunteers drive our mission forward,” quipped Kemnitz.

The application for the 2017 scholarship program is available at www.ascef.org.
Tax deductible donations to ASCEF can be mailed to ASCEF, 700 R Street, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA  95811.  ASCEF is a non-profit corporation which serves the industry through educational scholarships, endowments, mentorship and professional development.

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