The Japanese manufacturer announced today it will renew the grant for the fund with an extra $75,000, with the money to be used to continue the Toyota Motor Sales Tribal College Scholarship Program.
In operation for the last decade or so, the program is meant to support 100 students and help them get their degrees at tribal colleges and universities.
"Toyota recognizes the integral role that education plays in shaping a youth's future and is honored to be involved with the American Indian College Fund," said Michael Rouse, Toyota's vice president of philanthropy and community affairs.
"Through our contribution, we are hopeful that many students will be given the resources they need to make the dream of higher education a reality."
The involvement of the Japanese with the institution does not end here. The auto maker is part of a matching gift program, which also includes Toyota employees, and even funded the annual Flame of Hope Gala.
The American Indian College Fund, the largest provider of scholarships for American Indian students, supports some 6,000 young people each year, all from 33 accredited tribal colleges and universities.
"We are honored to continue our partnership with Toyota," added Richard Williams, American Indian College Fund CEO. "This program has been and will continue to be the key to many students pursuing their educational dreams."
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