We are honoring those in our industry who have made a difference!
Criteria: The AACF Humanitarian Award recognizes individuals, companies, associations, or groups who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and commitment to improving the lives of others through humanitarian efforts. Nominees for this award should exemplify compassion, selflessness, and a strong sense of social responsibility. Their actions should have made a significant and positive impact on communities locally, nationally, or globally.
How to Apply: Nominations for the AACF Humanitarian Award are open to companies, associations, and individuals in the aftermarket industry. To nominate someone for this prestigious award, please use this link and complete the form > https://bit.ly/AACFHero
Nominations Closed. 2026 Winner Chosen!
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Thank you to our amazing sponsor NEXUS Automotive International and NEXUS North America. |
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| The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) proudly recognized Automotive Parts Headquarters Inc. (APH) as the 2026 Humanitarian Award recipient during a special presentation at the MEMA Vision Conference. Selected from a highly competitive group of nominees, APH was honored for its exceptional commitment to giving back and making a meaningful impact within and beyond the automotive aftermarket industry. Led by the Bartlett family, APH has demonstrated a longstanding dedication to community support, including raising more than $3.2 million over the past 13 years through its annual fundraiser benefiting adults with disabilities—highlighted by a record-breaking $482,000 raised in 2025 alone. | The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF) proudly named Dr. John Passante as the inaugural recipient of its Humanitarian Award, presented during the final keynote at Auto Care Connect 2025. Sponsored by NEXUS North America, the award recognizes individuals who embody compassion, selflessness, and a commitment to uplifting others within the automotive aftermarket industry. Dr. Passante was honored for his lasting impact as a respected executive, speaker, and mentor, whose dedication to education, personal growth, and empowering others has influenced countless professionals across the industry. |
Get to Know AACF+
If you work in the automotive aftermarket, we’re here to help. Since 1959, AACF+ has supported individuals and families facing financial hardship due to unexpected adversity like:
- Floods, earthquakes, storms and fires
- Catastrophic medical conditions
- Life-changing accidents
- Devastating fatalities
Contact AACF:
5716 Folsom Blvd #149 Sacramento, CA 95819
Phone: 772-286-5500
Email: info@AftermarketCharity.org
Website: www.AftermarketCharity.org