FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NLA Announces $100,000 in Grant Funding to Support Member Initiatives
Marlton, NJ — September 30, 2024 — The National Limousine Association, the leading organization dedicated to the chauffeured transportation industry, is pleased to announce it has awarded a record $100,000 in funding through its Association Grant Program. This initiative directly supports its
member associations and assists the funding of vital projects and programs that align with the Association’s goals and values.
“The NLA is fortunate to be able to allocate funding for this important program,” said Brett Barenholtz, NLA President. “Each of the last three years we have increased the program budget, and I hope we can give back even more to our member associations next year. The Grant Program is part of the NLA’s ongoing commitment to supporting its members and member associations in any way we can.”
This year, the NLA received a record 15 applications from member associations showcasing a wide range of impactful projects and initiatives from coast to coast. This was up from 8 applications last year which shows the industry, and the member associations, are thriving, growing, and active.
“By providing grant funding to our local, state, and regional association members, the NLA is able to directly support their projects and initiatives,” stated Kyle Hammerschmidt, CAE, NLA Executive Director. “These grants allow them to grow their membership, increase value, host events, educate their members, and tackle important issues.
The NLA will be presenting a check at the CD/NLA Fall Show during its NLA Presents: Association Update and 2024 Election Preview at the Fall Show on Monday, October 14th at 11:00 AM at the Gaylord National. All leaders of grant recipients are invited to attend and take part in the photo opp.
“We can’t thank the NLA enough for these grant funds. This support empowers OCTA to continue to grow and make to make a meaningful impact in Ohio and pursue our mission,” stated Karl Guenther, President of the Ohio Chauffeured Transportation Association. “We are focused on expanding our membership across the state by providing tangible value and strategically addressing the ongoing issues at CLE. These grant funds allow us to do just that.”
For more information about the NLA, visit www.www.limo.org.
About the National Limousine Association
The National Limousine Association is an organization responsible for and dedicated to representing the interests of the ground transportation industry at the global, national, state, and local level. It is the unified voice of this industry – linking transportation industry professionals from owners and operators to suppliers, manufacturers, regional and state limousine associations. With 1,300+ NLA members, the Association is committed to exceeding expectations with regards to professionalism, transportation efficiency and safe riding.
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