EDUCATION. AWARENESS. OPPORTUNITY
The African American Automotive Association (AAAA) is dedicated to increasing awareness, access, and representation for underserved communities within the automotive, motorsports, and mobility industries. Through culturally relevant, STEAM-based educational programs, the AAAA connects youth to high-paying career pathways in design, engineering, racing, marketing, business development, and more. By blending education with real-world experience, the AAAA empowers students to engage with the full ecosystem of the automotive world—not just as consumers, but as future innovators, leaders, and entrepreneurs. From national education partnerships featuring our proprietary STEAM curriculum to immersive events and community-driven initiatives powered by our Foxxtecca brand, the AAAA is driving change, creating opportunities, and redefining who belongs in the driver’s seat of the industry’s future.
Exposure
Exposing youth to opportunities in the automotive, motorsports, and mobility industries is essential to cultivating the next generation of innovators and leaders. At the African American Automotive Association (AAAA), we spark a passion for STEAM careers through culturally relevant educational programs that provide hands-on learning, real-world experience, and insight into the full ecosystem of the industry. By prioritizing diversity, representation, and access, we empower underserved communities to transform their passion for cars into powerful career pathways and lifelong opportunities.​
education
At the African American Automotive Association (AAAA), our dynamic STEAM-based curriculum is designed to inspire and equip the next generation of automotive and mobility professionals. our program introduces students to a wide range of industry pathways—from vehicle & interior design, AI integration, and motorsports marketing to sustainability, robotics, and emerging mobility technologies. Through hands-on projects, industry field trips, and real-world problem-solving, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the automotive ecosystem while developing the skills and confidence to pursue high-paying, future-ready careers. Our curriculum is intentionally designed to uplift underserved communities and create lasting impact through education, innovation, and access.
African American Automotive Foundation
The African American Automotive Foundation is the 501c3 (non-profit) component of the African American Automotive Association. Funds donated will directly finance our various education programing and scholarships.
501c3 EIN: 99-1495621
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