TechForce Foundation has announced a significant increase in public support for technician careers, according to a news release.

The most notable support received this year came from Ford Motor Company Fund and Ford Dealers across the Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, and Phoenix regions, which donated $1.1 million to TechForce Foundation.

Nearly $1,000,000 has already been awarded to students in the first half of 2023, and a total of over $2.3 Million in scholarships and grants is expected to be awarded by the end of the year.

In 2023, companies have joined or increased their direct support for TechForce by hundreds of thousands of dollars. Enhanced partnerships with AutoZone, BASF, Bridgestone Americas, CarMax, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, LKQ, NAPA, and Snap-on Industrial have been established. CAWA - Representing the Automotive Parts Industry - has also named TechForce as one of its charities of choice.

Small businesses with under $10M annual revenue may partner with TechForce for $89 a month, granting them the ability to post job listings and apprenticeships on TechForce’s online platform. Small brands may gain Professional Membership for $499 a year. Additionally, named scholarship funds can be opened beginning at $10,000.