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THE MISSION

​Driving Young America (DYA) supports two segments of the youth population by:
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ONE:   supporting the education, inspiration and creativity of youth who have an interest in pursuing a future in the automotive, aviation and/or mobility industries.

​TWO:   giving back to the local community by supporting youth programs/organizations that provide significant resources critical to the success of the Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival.
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A finalist in the 2021 Michelin Junior Challenge Design contest presents to the panel of judges at the Concours.
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One of the organizations Driving Young America supports is Heroes on Horseback who enriches the lives of individuals with special needs by providing equine assisted activities and therapy.

THE IMPACT

​Since the Festival's inception, nearly $1,000,000 has been donated between direct grants and scholarships ($650,000) and in-kind contributions towards fundraising efforts (over $300,000).
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Ralph Gilles sketching at the 2019 Design Among the Stars dinner. Proceeds raised at Design Among the Stars, a signature event of the HHI Concours, go directly to Driving Young America.
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Nick Heinkel receiving the first-ever Paul Doerring scholarship award in 2007.
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In 2018, the HHI Concours partnered with tennis legend Stan Smith and Volvo to auction one-of-a-kind sneakers designed by automotive designers for the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island