The Columbus State Foundation in Ohio has received a $25,000 donation from the Advance Auto Parts Foundation to support its Project Taillight program as well as automotive technology programs, according to a press release.
Project Taillight was created to help low-income residents in Columbus, Ohio access repairs for broken or burned-out safety lights in their vehicles. More than 200 residents have been helped by the project so far.
The repairs are performed by students in the Columbus State Community College’s Automotive Technology program. The donation from the Advance Auto Parts Foundation will also go toward the creation of a scholarship as well as to boost recruitment resources for the program.
“We’re passionate about creating pathways for aspiring automotive service and repair technicians,” said Advance Auto Parts Foundation President Elisabeth Eisleben. “Through this unique program, students receive valuable, hands-on experience while completing vehicle repairs that make a positive impact on members of the local community.”
