irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $1.62MTECHFORCE'S CAREER EXPLORATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS SUPPORT THOSE INTERESTED IN PURSUING THE TECHNICIAN PROFESSION BY CONNECTING THEM TO RESOURCES, MENTORS, EDUCATION AND EMPLOYERS. TECHFORCE WORKS TO EDUCATE PEOPLE ABOUT THE CAREER AND DISPEL OUTDATED STIGMAS; PROVIDES HANDS-ON, EXPERIENTIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL, HIGH SCHOOL AND POST-SECONDARY STUDENTS TO ENGAGE WITH TECHNOLOGY, STEM SKILLS, AND MENTORS; CONNECT THESE STUDENTS AND WORKING TECHS WITH RESOURCES, APPRENTICESHIPS, JOBS AND SCHOOLS IN ORDER TO ADVANCE THEIR EDUCATION AND CAREERS.
named programs · 9 · from sources
what they call their work
FutureTechs Rock Awards
Awards celebrating aspiring, next-generation technicians enrolled in various technical training programs.
Grab The Wheel
National social media, PR, advertising, and community promotion campaign to reframe the image and opportunities of the technician career.
Internships & Apprenticeships
Connects students to apprenticeship opportunities with employers across various technology sectors.
Job Board
Cloud-based IT platform connecting students, recent graduates, and working technicians to part-time and full-time technician jobs.
Local, Hands-On Student Experiences
Coordinates free, local, hands-on experiences for students to engage with engines and technology, meet industry mentors, and explore the transportation technician profession.
Scholarships & Grants
Awards millions of dollars annually to students for technical education, including tuition, relocation, and emergency grants.
Techs Rock Awards
Annual awards honoring working technicians across all sectors for their passion and contributions to the profession.
Veterans at Work: Military Transition
Supports veterans in transitioning their military skills to professional technician jobs.
Women Techs Rock
Program dedicated to supporting women in the transportation industry through connections, mentorship, and community building.
activities · 3
what they do
direct service · 2
- Hands-On Career Exploration and Industry Mentorship Program Youth Trade Exploration ProgramsCoordinates free, local, hands-on experiences that connect middle and high school students with industry mentors and employers in the transportation technician field to explore careers and prepare for the workforce.
- Technical Education Scholarships and Grants Program Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAnnually awards $6 million in scholarships and grants to approximately 1,300 financially disadvantaged students pursuing technical education, with 16.5% of awards going to Veterans. Since 2007, has awarded over $18 million and impacted 200,000 students.
capacity building · 1
- School and Institutional Partnerships for Workforce Development Career Pathways Development & Workforce AlignmentBuilds and maintains strategic alliances with over 1,200 official school partners to support career exploration, technical education, and workforce development for students pursuing technician careers.
strategies · 6
how they think
Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.
- Championing 'New Collar' STEM Careers new_collar_stem_careers unique to this orgPositions technical education and skilled trades as a respected, viable career pathway—termed 'new collar' STEM—for students who do not pursue a four-year degree, emphasizing industry-aligned credentials and workforce readiness.
- Comprehensive Career Development and Guidance career guidance and support unique to this orgSupports individuals through end-to-end career development by providing access to career information, education pathways, financial aid, mentors, apprenticeships, and job opportunities in technical fields.
- Digital Platform for End-to-End Career Pipeline digital_platform_pipeline unique to this orgLeverages a cloud-based IT platform to connect students with schools, scholarships, apprenticeships, and jobs, enabling seamless navigation from career exploration to placement in technician roles.
- Hands-On, Mentor-Driven Experiential Learning hands_on_experiential_learning unique to this orgUses physical engagement with technology and direct interaction with industry mentors and employers to spark and sustain student interest in technician careers, recognizing experiential exposure as critical to career decision-making.
- Industry-Integrated Networking Ecosystem networking unique to this orgBuilds and sustains connections among students, instructors, industry professionals, and working technicians to align training with workforce demand and strengthen recruitment in the transportation and technical sectors.
- Multi-Sector Workforce Development for Technicians workforce development unique to this orgTargets career exploration and workforce development across a broad range of technical sectors—including automotive, aviation, HVAC, welding, and emerging technologies—to expand talent pipelines and meet industry demand.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
the money
revenue
Total revenue$4.04M
Contributions & grants$3.92M97%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$92K2%
Other revenue$31K
expenses
Total expenses$3.92M
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising11%
Salaries & benefits$1.27M
Grants paid out$1.34M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.52M
Cash$697K
Investments$1.97M
Liabilities$558K
Net assets$4.97M
Liquid reserves8.2 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +4.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER MAHER | CEO/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $332K |
| MICHAEL PRESSENDO | CHIEF MARKETING & STRATEGY OFFICER | 40 | $211K |
| LISA MATTKE | CHIEF OPERATIONS & FINANCE OFFICER | 40 | $156K |
| LISA EVANS | CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER | 40 | $125K |
board members · 15
- ANGELA BABIN — PRESIDENT/CHAIRMAN
- BARRETT CRANE — DIRECTOR
- CHRIS BLANCHETTE — IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
- CODY METCALF — DIRECTOR
- DAVID ELLIS — TREASURER
- DENISE KINGSTROM FERNANDEZ — DIRECTOR
- JOHN HEENAN — DIRECTOR (THRU 10/22)
- JON VESELY — DIRECTOR
- KIM MCCULLOUGH — VICE CHAIR
- MARK FERNER — DIRECTOR
- MARY MAHONEY — DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE JOHNSON — DIRECTOR
- MIKE HOFFMAN — DIRECTOR (THRU 10/22)
- PAUL HALSCH — DIRECTOR
- TONY SCIARRA — DIRECTOR (THRU 1/22)
relationships · 42
who they work with
- 23XI Racing Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Providers" level ($10,000+ annually).
- ANSED Diagnostic Solutions LLC Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- Advance Auto Parts/CARQUEST Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Providers" level ($10,000+ annually).
- Austin Healey Association of So. Ca. Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- Auto Care Association / AAPEX Show Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Educators" level ($5,000+ annually).
- Barrett-Jackson Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- Brad Keselowski Inc Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Providers" level ($10,000+ annually).
- Breaking Limits Marketing Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- Car ADAS Solutions Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- Cooper Companies, Inc Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Providers" level ($10,000+ annually).
- Cythero VR Partner — Listed as a collaborator.
- Denny Hamlin Foundation Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- Dorman Products Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Providers" level ($10,000+ annually).
- Empire Auto Parts Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Educators" level ($5,000+ annually).
- Ford Partner — Collaborates with TechForce Foundation on scholarship administration and technician recruitment; Ford Technical Programs Manager provides testimonial support.
- Ford Motor Company Partner — Selected TechForce to administer all its technician Ford FACT and Ford ASSET scholarships across the U.S. and activates TechForce’s promotions via its dealerships nationwide.
- Ford Racing Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Educators" level ($5,000+ annually).
- Ford Technical Programs Partner — Receives support from TechForce Foundation for scholarship administration to gain interest from qualified candidates and provide students with additional assistance.
- GEARWRENCH / Apex Tool Group Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Providers" level ($10,000+ annually).
- Helios Service Partners Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Educators" level ($5,000+ annually).
- Hightower Aspell Charitable Fund Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- Hunter Engineering Company Partner — Listed as a collaborator.
- Hyak Motorsports Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- JGR Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- JR Motorsports Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Educators" level ($5,000+ annually).
- Kyle Larson Foundation Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- MOTOR Information Systems Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Educators" level ($5,000+ annually).
- Mecum Auctions Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Educators" level ($5,000+ annually).
- Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Champions" level ($1,000+ annually).
- National Technical Honor Society Funder — Annual donor at the "TechForce Educators" level ($5,000+ annually).
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