Marysville auto tech class run by IMPACT60 shows people they are 'worth saving'

MARYSVILLE — Trevor Stout stepped on the pedal of the tire-changing machine, and as he guided the arm that peeled the rubber away from the rim, sweat dripped down his face and pooled behind his safety glasses.

“I don’t know why I have so much anxiety about this,” he told the other students gathered around him and watching.

Someone replied: “Because that tire can blow off. That’s some scary stuff right there.”

Through initiatives like this auto tech class, IMPACT60 is helping individuals in the community gain valuable skills, build confidence, and realize that they are "worth saving." The program provides hands-on training and mentorship, creating pathways to meaningful employment and a brighter future.

By partnering with local businesses and community members, IMPACT60 continues to demonstrate the power of giving back and investing in people's potential.

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This article is based on a feature originally published by The Columbus Dispatch in September 2021.