TO: High School Principals, Counselors and Automotive Faculty
FROM: Scholarship Program for Automotive Related Studies
DATE: January 30, 2025
The JOHNNY BAXTER CARRIAGE HOUSE FOUNDATION is pleased to announce the continuation of its scholarship program for students interested in attending one of Nebraska’s Community Colleges to study in an automotive related field. A $2,000 grant will be awarded in each of the six Community College areas in Nebraska for students pursuing training for an automotive career. Students who meet the following criteria may submit the attached application form:
1. All seniors planning to attend a Nebraska Community College in the fall of 2025.
2. Applicant must be planning to enroll in one of the automotive related courses of study.
3. Applicant must submit a letter of recommendation from at least one teacher describing the applicant’s aptitude and attitude and student must include a transcript of his/her grades.
4. Applicant must submit a cover letter to be attached to the applicant form indicating his/her interest in the automotive field and their plan for technical training.
5. An interview and reference letter from a New Car Dealer would be given additional consideration.
6. Applicant must meet the above criteria and submit his/her application to the Carriage House Foundation no later than Friday, April 4, 2025.
Please forward this information to any and all students interested in applying. Your cooperation is appreciated. Should one of your students be selected, a member of the Foundation Board or a dealer in your area will try to attend graduation ceremonies, if possible, to make the presentation. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact this office at 402-475-1079.
