PENSKE AUTOMOTIVE / 2021 ESG REPORT 23 SUPPORTING AMERICAN SERVICE MEMBERS In the U.S., we are passionate about supporting our American service members and veterans. We give generously to veteran and military support organizations and provide opportunities for veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life. Paralyzed Veterans of America Over the last six years, our dealerships have supported the Paralyzed Veterans of America to allow veterans with disabilities to receive the care, benefits and job opportunities they have earned and deserve. With contributions from our customers, team members, and an annual company donation match, we have donated more than $6 million since 2015. Hiring Our Heroes We are committed to hiring veterans because we believe they have what it takes to be outstanding team members, including a strong, goal- oriented work ethic, the ability to work with a team and – in many cases – expertise with sophisticated equipment. In 2020, we hired 33 individuals that had served in either the U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines, Army Reserves, or National Guard to work in various parts of our business such as sales, service accounting, human resources, or management. Since 2015, we have hired over 600 individuals through the Hiring Our Heroes program. Technician Career Skills Program In 2020, we announced a partnership with a technical education institute to establish a diesel-commercial vehicle technician career skills program for service members on a United States military base. This first-of-its- kind program provides hands-on, industry-aligned technician training to service members, providing veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life with better career opportunities. Program graduates earn a Systems Certified credential and are offered employment with our commercial truck dealership group. We give generously to veteran and military support organizations and provide opportunities for veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life.
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