NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) is excited to announce that they have formed a Philanthropic Alliance Partnership with The Hourglass Foundation (THF)—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the charitable arm of Flexco Fleet Services.
With more than 3,200 individual fleet manager members, NAFA has propelled the fleet and mobility profession for over 65 years through its world-class certification, education, advocacy, and connections.
Co-founded by the Founder of Flexco, Ron Shoemaker, and his son Chad Shoemaker, Chief Executive Officer at Flexco, The Hourglass Foundation was established to give back to the community in a way that aligned with the automotive industry. Offering scholarships to support underserved students entering automotive repair seemed fitting. Because NAFA supports the fleet industry by driving the advancement of the profession through the promotion and encouragement of education and research, this Partnership is inspired by these common ideals.
By joining forces, NAFA and THF aim to create positive impact in our fleet communities by helping deserving students pursue meaningful career paths in automotive, while also reducing the auto tech shortage by investing in educating the next generation of auto technicians.
Currently there is a shortage of ~67,800 automotive service technicians and mechanics in the U.S. This shortage affects us all— from longer wait times and higher prices, to lack of skilled talent available for hire, so it’s fitting that it will take all of us to tackle the problem. NAFA and THF hope to facilitate industry-wide support for this crusade, as well as educate the next generation of techs about the amazing career opportunities that fleet can provide.
Through affiliation, both organizations also hope to strengthen donor and member reach and encourage more women to consider career paths in automotive.
Who needs a t-shirt, a tattoo, and some tennis Shoes? YOU DO!
NAFA is also proud to be part of The Hourglass Foundation’s new “We Are One,” Fundraising Campaign to raise money for future student scholarships.
Join the Movement Today!
- Please give. Everyone who donates $25 or more by October 15th, 2025, will automatically be entered into a drawing to win an iPad Pro.
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Visit The Hourglass Foundation’s booth at NAFA I&E (#1648) and walk away with a “We Are One” commemorative t-shirt and temporary tattoo by making a gift of $50+.
- Walk the talk: Keep an eye out for NAFA’s CEO, Bill Schankel at NAFA I&E. He’ll be sporting a one-of-a-kind pair of “We Are One,” Vans tennis shoes! Another custom pair will be auctioned during the Final Lap Closing Reception on April 30, from 5:00-6:30pm! The Artist, Rudy Mottas will personally design the winning bidder’s new Vans to their liking (@artofgoldrva).
Special Thanks goes to our “We Are One” Campaign Partners and Elite Sponsors, including NAFA, Flexco Fleet Services, Geotab, AFLA, Hop Drive, and J3 Management Group
Together we have an opportunity to create real change in our industry.
Please join us, by making a generous donation to The Hourglass Foundation’s mission today!
