The Hourglass Foundation

Claire Uhler, The Hourglass Foundation’s 2024 #WomeninAutoTech Scholarship Recipient shares her take on pursuing a career in a male-dominated field. She also shares a little advice for other students who may be considering pursuing an education and career in auto tech or any other skilled trade. Kudos to Claire for her willingness to share her time with us. We look forward to seeing where Claire goes in her educational journey, and can’t wait until she opens her own repair shop one day! To learn more about Claire or our other 2024 scholarship recipients visit: https://lnkd.in/gGEXywr3 At The Hourglass Foundation, we are on a mission to empower first-generation, underserved, and diversely underrepresented students through #scholarship opportunities that support automotive and other skilled trades. If you’d like to help us in this mission, please consider a one-time or recurring donation to our cause: https://lnkd.in/gfDCf7Rh For more information, contact Kim Crisler Davidson #TradeSchool #ScholarshipOpportunities #AutomotiveTech #MoreThanOnePath #AFLACharityOftheYear #WomenRockTrades #ToolScholarship

The Hourglass Foundation is proud to have uShip Logistics LLC as a new 2024/2025 Corporate Sponsor! Together we are empowering first generation, underserved, and diversely underrepresented students to achieve a life of financial stability and independence through scholarship opportunities that support educational pursuits in the skilled trades. Specifically, trade school or community college programs with a focus on Auto Tech, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Construction, or similar. If you’d like to join The Hourglass Foundation in our mission, we’d love to add you as a new Corporate Supporter! With a donation of just $2,000+, your contribution help could cover our student scholarships, as well as help change the life trajectory of some very deserving students. For more information, please contact Kim Crisler Davidson What uShip Logistics LLC has to say: “As a proud Sponsor for The Hourglass Foundation, we aim to build careers based on both intrinsic motivation and financial fulfillment, so we are excited to contribute to the important work of the Foundation. We believe in the commitment to supporting driven, underrepresented students who otherwise may not have a chance to pursue further education in skilled trades. With this partnership, our goal is to not only provide the next generation with the tools to succeed but also to jumpstart a path to lucrative career opportunities.” About uShip Logistics: uShip Logistics delivers the most responsive and consistent auto transport solutions nationwide while restoring predictability and satisfaction to Fleet logistics. #TradeSchool #ScholarshipOpportunities #AutomotiveTech #MoreThanOnePath #AFLACharityOftheYear #WomenRockTrades #ToolScholarship

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you! The Hourglass Foundation exceeds their #iGiveBack Fundraising goal! Thank you to Fleet Management Weekly for sharing this incredible news. The outpouring of support we received during the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) Annual Conference is a true testament to just how amazing the people in the automotive industry are. A big thank you to all those who donated to our fundraiser and who advocated for our mission! Because of you, we can continue to do what we do :-) bigger and better in 2025! https://lnkd.in/g493Yhdt #TradeSchool #ScholarshipOpportunities #AutomotiveTech #MoreThanOnePath #AFLACharityOftheYear #WomenRockTrades #ToolScholarship

Focus. Breath. Fire. Control... Want to be inspired? Find out what happens when you give a girl a blowtorch! Why do we need more women in trades? Girl and lady bosses are needed everywhere! Kudos, Demi Knight Clark! Your inspirational message deeply resonates with us at The Hourglass Foundation! #WomeninAutoTech #WomenRockTrades #TradeSchool #ScholarshipOpportunities #AutomotiveTech #MoreThanOnePath #AFLACharityOftheYear #ToolsoftheTradeScholarship https://lnkd.in/g8JRw7KK

What is an SAI? Check out this informational video from The Scholarship System to find out how an SAI might help you in your quest to apply for student aid or a student scholarship that might require an SAI score. The Hourglass Foundation does not require an SAI score for students to submit an application for our scholarships, however, consideration is given to financial need. If you have applied for and received an SAI Score, we welcome students to upload their SAI paperwork as part of their scholarship application. The FAFSA forms, calculations, and deadlines can feel overwhelming. However, understanding financial aid or what is commonly known as FAFSA is crucial for making college more affordable... Plus if you are applying for a scholarship, you may be applying for more than just one in order to make your educational journey a more affordable one. The Hourglass Foundation scholarship submission window opens late December. Visit our website for more information. https://lnkd.in/gp_CSFXt https://lnkd.in/gvNpKZpq #TradeSchool #ScholarshipOpportunities #AutomotiveTech #MoreThanOnePath #AFLACharityOftheYear #WomenRockTrades #ToolScholarship

In January of this year, The Hourglass Foundation was awarded a one by one® Grant from 4imprint. It was a gift of $500 to spend on promotional products from their vast catalog of items. The Grant gave our organization the ability to order a retractable banner, as well as custom coffee mugs—items which would help us increase or visibility at upcoming conferences and events. We are incredibly grateful for having been awarded the 4imprint one by one® Grant, and highly recommend them if you are looking to order promotional products for your marketing efforts! To see what 4imprint had to say about our organization, visit: https://lnkd.in/e8BDf9nu Thank you for such a nice write up, 4imprint! #AFLA2024 #GivingBackPayingByOpportunityForward #IGiveBack #Scholarships #TradeSchool #SkilledTrades #AutomotiveTech

We are thrilled to announce that our 2024 iGive Back Campaign was a huge success! Because of the outpouring of support and advocacy from all of you, we were able to exceed our $12,000 fundraising goal! In total, we were able to raise over $18,500—which will allow us to more than double the dollar amount of each of our 2025 direct student scholarships. WHOOO WHOOO! We are beyond ecstatic about this! As part of our campaign, everyone who donated was automatically entered into a drawing to win an iPad Air. Congratulations to our lucky winner, Erin Gilchrist Rugg! When we told Erin the news, she wanted to share a little about why she is so passionate about helping The Hourglass Foundation achieve our fundraising goals, as well as our overall mission and vision... Here’s what Erin had to say, “The Hourglass foundation is part of my giving portfolio because of its mission. I come from a long line of tradesmen and women and understand the importance of trades! I’ve been in the automotive and fleet industry for two decades and want to pay it forward in an industry that has given me so much. I also believe in empowering youth in all ways. After all, they are the future! Thanks for all you do!” Please join us in congratulating Erin in the comments! Special thanks goes to our iGive Back Campaign Sponsors, Flexco Fleet Services, HopDrive, and J3 Management Group, and our deepest gratitude to Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA), their Board of Directors, and all of their members. We applaud and thank all of our Corporate Sponsors, Partners, Donors and Corporate Contributors—your support means the world to us and our amazing scholarship recipients. For more information on Corporate Sponsorship or how you can get involved, contact Kim Crisler Davidson. To donate today and help us continue our efforts, visit: https://lnkd.in/gfDCf7Rh #AFLA2024 #GivingBackPayingByOpportunityForward #IGiveBack #Scholarships #TradeSchool #SkilledTrades #AutomotiveTech

😳 Please don’t wait... We are in the final 4 days of our #iGiveBack Fundraising Campaign and we could sure use your help! If you’d like to show your support, we’d sure love to have you: https://lnkd.in/gfRddR9i Funds raised from our campaign will go towards helping us double the amount of each of our 2025 direct scholarship gifts. These gifts enable hardworking, passionate students to acquire an education they might not otherwise be able to afford, in automotive technology or or other skilled trades that allow them to acquire specific skill sets that lead to solid employment opportunities, career ascension, and most importantly, independence. We’re also giving away an iPad Air, and everyone who donates is automatically entered into our drawing to win. Here’s how it works: • Everyone who donates $25 automatically receives 1 entry • Everyone who donates $50 automatically receives 2 entries • Receive 5 entries for every $100 you donate • For every $100 you donate that a friend or colleague matches (referencing your name), you’ll receive 5 extra entries For more information, and instructions, visit: https://lnkd.in/gfRddR9i Sponsored in part by Flexco Fleet Services, HopDrive, and J3 Management Group. Campaign ends Sept. 30, 2024. *The Hourglass Foundation, nor the iGive fundraising campaign is affiliated, endorsed or sponsored by Apple, or igive(dot)com. #TradeSchool #ScholarshipOpportunities #AutomotiveTech #MoreThanOnePath #AFLACharityOftheYear #WomenRockTrades #ToolScholarship

ServiceChannel offers up some great insight in this article titled: Diversifying the Trades: The Rise of Women in Skilled Work Together we can get there! “More and more, customers, investors, and job seekers are looking for companies that walk the walk and talk the talk on gender diversity and inclusion. And it’s not just about equity: Having a diverse trades workforce is crucial for businesses focused on hitting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals. With the skills trade shortage challenging sustainability projects, recruiting women expands the talent pool to meet rising demand. Tradeswomen also serve as inspirational role models, attracting more women to follow in their footsteps. As the facilities management industry strives to reach ambitious ESG goals and regulations in the years ahead — such as Senate Bill 253 — expanding recruitment of tradeswomen and fostering an inclusive work environment will be key competitive differentiators. Companies that empower women in trades today will have the talent pipeline needed to install, maintain, and optimize efficient buildings for tomorrow.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/ghw2NCnD.

The Hourglass Foundation, AFLA’s Charity of the Year needs your help... Please show your support with a contribution before the end of our iGive Back campaign, which ends in just 7 days (September 30, 2024). We’re just shy of hitting $15K, and with your help we can make it all the way! Plus everyone who donates $25 or more is automatically entered into our drawing to win an iPad Air! Here’s how it works: • Everyone who donates $25 automatically receives 1 entry • Everyone who donates $50 automatically receives 2 entries • Receive 5 entries for every $100 you donate • For every $100 you donate that a friend or colleague matches (referencing your name), you’ll receive 5 extra entries Funds raised from our iGive Back campaign will go towards our 2025 scholarship gifts. These gifts enable hardworking, passionate students to acquire an education they might not otherwise be able to afford, in automotive technology or or other skilled trades that allow them to acquire specific skill sets that lead to solid employment opportunities, career ascension, and most importantly, independence. For more information, and instructions, visit: https://lnkd.in/gEMwkgZy A special thank you to our Campaign Sponsors: Flexco Fleet Services, HopDrive, and J3 Management Group! *The Hourglass Foundation, nor the iGive fundraising campaign is affiliated, endorsed or sponsored by Apple, or igive(dot)com. #TradeSchool #ScholarshipOpportunities #AutomotiveTech #MoreThanOnePath #AFLACharityOftheYear #WomenRockTrades #ToolScholarship #AFLA2024