YANG partners with AACF Aftermarket Hearts Giving Circle program

The new campaign extends the foundation’s mission to provide critical support to industry members and their families during personal crises

Bethesda, Md.—The Young Auto Care Network Group (YANG), an Auto Care Association community of young industry professionals under the age of 40, has announced its new #YANGGivesBack fundraising campaign to support the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF).

The new campaign, titled “Aftermarket Hearts Giving Circle,” extends the AACF’s mission of providing critical support to industry members and their family during personal crises as an ongoing commitment.

The YANG community stated it is honored to continue helping raise funds throughout the year in support of AACF’s mission to help shape the automotive aftermarket industry.

Monthly Giving that Changes Lives in the Aftermarket Industry

For as little as five dollars a month, individuals can affordably join as a “Young Heart” and join the AACF Hearts Giving Circle. For a small recurring donation to AACF, contributors can join a growing community of industry professionals who are committed to giving back and will receive an exclusive YANG Aftermarket Hearts lapel pin as a symbol of their impact.

Every month, families in our industry face unexpected hardships—medical emergencies, natural disasters, or the loss of a loved one. AACF helps them get back on their feet.

The campaign runs year-round and encourages donors to support those in need within the automotive aftermarket industry with proceeds going to AACF. The exclusive pin distribution is available at various Auto Care Association in-person events and at select YANG regional meet-up events.

“Giving back is a core value of the YANG community,” said Tanya Hunt, chair, YANG. “Through the #YANGGivesBack campaign, we are proud to support the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation and help ensure that when members of our industry face unexpected hardship, they know they are not alone.

“Even small monthly contributions through programs like the Young Heart initiative can make a lasting, life‑changing difference for families in need.”

John Kairys, executive director, AACF, stated, “Partnerships like this with YANG are what keep our mission moving forward. When young professionals step up to support their brothers and sisters within our industry, it reflects a deep commitment to helping those much like themselves who may one day need AACF’s support.

“We are grateful to YANG for helping build a stronger, more compassionate aftermarket community where no one has to face hardship alone.”

For more details about the #YANGGivesBack campaign and how to donate, visit autocare.org/yang/yang-fundraiser.