The Oct. 1 event will honor those who have championed the UAF mission throughout the years and will raise funds for scholarships and educational programs
Chicago—The Aftermarket Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA), a community of the Auto Care Association, is supporting the University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) 40th Anniversary campaign as an Ultimate Ruby Celebration Host.
UAF will commemorate its 40th Anniversary with a celebration event that will be held on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at The Venetian Las Vegas. The event will honor the volunteers, donors and associates who have championed the UAF mission throughout the years and will raise funds to support the future of the aftermarket through scholarships and educational programs.
AWDA, a Diamond Lifetime Trustee of the Foundation and one of its founders, has secured the ultimate supporter spot with a generous $50,040 donation. Others can celebrate this major milestone and join the special event by visiting the UAF 40th Anniversary campaign page and making a tax-deductible contribution. All campaign donations count toward Lifetime Donor status.
“AWDA is built on decades of service to the industry, and one of the most important parts of that service is securing its longevity by promoting continuing education for existing professionals in the industry, and those looking to enter the industry,” said Fletcher Lord III, AAP, chairman, AWDA. “AWDA is a proud founding supporter of the University of the Aftermarket Foundation, and we are honored to be the Ultimate Ruby Celebration Host for this year’s event.”
“When UAF was founded in 1986, it was called the AWDA University Foundation, and although the name has changed, AWDA’s ongoing support of the Foundation’s mission has never wavered,” said Roger McCollum, MAAP, UAF chairman. “Not only has AWDA been instrumental in UAF’s growth, but many AWDA members are major benefactors of the foundation, so it is very fitting that AWDA is the Ultimate Ruby Celebration Host. We extend our appreciation to the entire AWDA family and its leadership for their generosity and look forward to celebrating with them in Las Vegas.”
The 40th Ruby Anniversary fundraising campaign runs throughout the year, culminating with the Oct. 31 celebration. To learn more, visit UofA-Foundation.org/uaf-40th-anniversary/.
UAF is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law. For more information about UAF or to apply for a scholarship or grant, visit UofA-Foundation.org.
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