As Toyota’s philosophy explains, Toyota isn’t just about making money for its high-level employees. The automaker is undoubtedly committed to serving its community and making the world a better place. Here’s another example of that commitment.
Earlier this month, Toyota gave $1 million worth of scholarships to 100 high school seniors in the United States. This 12th class of Toyota Community Scholars showed a dedication to the education and the surrounding community, making them eligible for this great prize.
The pool of scholars started out with more than 8,000 students across the nation. The schools nominated the candidates who were “proven leaders both in the classroom and in their communities.”
One of the lucky award winners, Jacob Rouse of Union, Kentucky, enjoys helping people in his community. “When helping others,” he said, “an incredible feeling is instilled in your veins. This feeling allows you to believe you have meaning in the world.” Other scholarship award winners feel the same way. Some winners have participated in programs that raised over $100,000 for the American Cancer Society. Other candidates collected thousands of pounds of food for less fortunate students across the nation. One scholarship winner has even visited more than 600 patients in the hospital and presented them with gifts despite the fact that he is an amputee who has battled cancer for years.
The scholarships were awarded at $10,000 and $20,000 levels that students can use at a four-year college or university beginning this fall. The program has been around for more than ten years and has awarded more than $13 million to 1,200 students nationwide.
Show your support for the automaker’s dedication to the community by visiting your local Toyota dealer and buying a car. You can feel comfortable knowing that the money you spend is used for more than just making a profit.
