This spring, Avenue Scholars (avescholars.org) established a partnership agreement with Omaha’s Mad Hatter Auto Repair and Westgate High-Tech Auto Care to provide discounted services for Scholars’ vehicles.
When a Scholar encounters a problem, they can visit one of Mad Hatter and Westgate’s three locations for a free visual safety inspection and a diagnostic service at a flat fee. Mad Hatter and Westgate will then work with the Scholar and program staff on a plan for repair.
In most cases, Avenue Scholars will then cover the full or partial repair cost.
In addition to mechanical estimates, Mad Hatter and Westgate will also assist Scholars in putting together a plan for continued vehicle maintenance – effectively a guide on “how to take care of your car.”
The new partnership is just one example of Avenue Scholars’ commitment to helping young people in the program overcome barriers to career success.
“The idea that there is something that’s preventing you from being your best and going to school, even if it’s financial, we can help get that taken care of for our Scholars,” said Andrew Ciochetto, Career Services program manager for Avenue Scholars. “Our goal is to always work in the best interest of the Scholar – that’s our number one thing.”
For more information, visit avescholars.org.