TOPDON renews TechForce Foundation sponsorship
TOPDON US announced that its recommitted to supporting the education and job placement of auto technician students by renewing its sponsorship with the TechForce Foundation for 2025-2026 academic year. The sponsorship, which consists of cash and product donations, is made through the company's TOP-UP Academic Initiative that was created to prepare the next generation of automotive technicians for the workforce.
In 2024, TechForce awarded $4.4 million in scholarships and grants to financially struggling techs aross the country and welcomed 50,217 students and working techs into its academic and workforce training programs. In 2025, the Foundation plans to expand beyond transportation sectors into HVAC, AgTech, welding, machining, and more.
In addition to the cash donation from TOPDON, the company will also donate several auto diagnostic scan tools, battery service tools, and thermal imaging cameras that will be available to students, providing hands-on training opportunities to students as they progress through their education.
What people are saying
“We’re thrilled to renew our sponsorship with TechForce Foundation, a vital institution shaping the next generation of automotive technicians,” said Chad Schnitz, Vice President of TOPDON US. “Their dedication to preparing skilled, job-ready technicians mirrors our own values of investing in people, advancing the automotive industry, and building a stronger workforce for tomorrow. Our continued partnership reflects our shared vision for a more capable and evolving industry.”
“Our TechForce network blew past expectations, ending 2024 with 50,217 students and working techs and welcoming 22,724 new users, a clear sign of this online community growing stronger,” said Jennifer Maher, CEO of TechForce Foundation. “Every dollar and every product donated from partners like TOPDON are critical in supporting more students on their journey to a career as an automotive tech or other trade professional.”