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Media coverage of Shifting Gears USA's mission to revive trade education in Marin County.

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Marin Independent JournalMarch 2026

Shifting Gears USA Launches $1.5M Fundraising Campaign for Novato High School CAPP Program

The Marin County nonprofit Shifting Gears USA has launched a $1.5 million fundraising campaign to sustain the Car Appreciation and Preservation Program (CAPP) and Construction (Intro to BCT B – Trades) at Novato High School through 2029, with programs launching Fall 2026.

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Marin Independent JournalFebruary 2026

Marin County Students Find Career Paths Through Career Technical Education (CTE) Programs

Career Technical Education programs at Marin County high schools are giving students hands-on experience in the Car Appreciation and Preservation Program (CAPP), construction, and other skilled trades — with Shifting Gears USA providing scholarships of up to $2,500 per year.

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Marin Independent JournalSeptember 2025

Shifting Gears Rally Raises Record Funds for Student Scholarships

The annual Shifting Gears Rally brought together car enthusiasts from across Northern California to raise funds for Career Technical Education (CTE) and CAPP scholarships for Marin County high school students pursuing careers in the skilled trades.

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Marin Independent JournalApril 2025

Nonprofit Revives Auto Shop Programs at Marin High Schools

After years of dormancy, the Car Appreciation and Preservation Program (CAPP) and Construction trades are active again at Terra Linda High School — thanks to Shifting Gears USA's partnership with the Marin County Superintendent of Schools. Novato High School and San Marin High School are next.

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