Saturday, June 11, 2011

Cars saving lives

The Problem: At-risk kids

Who: Youth Automotive Training Center

Why are they special? Avenues of hope by teaching basic auto repair, academic and job skills

A 2005 study showed that 85% of those who graduated between 1997 and 2004 were employed full time or in school. 26% had become supervisors or business owners.

As of 2009, 491 people have reportedly graduated from the program.

Where: Deerfield Beach, Florida

Started: 1984

What the top person makes: $113,957 (2009)

General site: Home

Charity Navigator report.

Link to help: Give

Deductible? Doesn't state


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