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170 BARRETT-JACKSON EXPERIENCE FALL 2024In its more than 50 years of existence, Barrett-Jackson has evolved from a charity %u201ccar show%u201d into a worldrenowned automotive lifestyle event that brings multiple generations together in a truly remarkable way. In particular, the company has been committed to embracing the younger generation in a number of ways, including hosting dedicated Family Days at their events, providing scholarships to those pursuing careers in automotive restoration, supporting nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping children through the sale of charity cars, and engaging in a variety of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) initiatives for youth.Bidders, consignors and attendees at the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction in October will have a unique opportunity to learn about %u2013 and get involved in %u2013 Barrett-Jackson%u2019s latest collaboration, which will provide what could be a life-changing experience for children from some of Arizona%u2019s most underserved communities.Through a special integration with The World%u2019s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, on the morning of Saturday, Oct. 12, in the auction arena, two amazing organizations %u2013 the Friends of Freedom Foundation and the Tribute to Valor Foundation %u2013 will announce the very first of their special STEAMliner programs in Arizona (previous programs have taken place in Dallas, Texas; Watts/Compton, California; and Branson, Missouri).%u201cInvolving the next generation in STEAM is a point of pride for all of us at Barrett-Jackson,%u201d says company Chairman and CEO Craig Jackson. %u201cHosting these two incredible organizations is just a small part of what we can do to ensure that the future looks bright for children in Arizona and across the country. Without my interest in STEAM at a young age, the auctions would not be what they are today. Passing it on and paying it forward is a cornerstone of our company.%u201dSTEAMliner will enable over 50 children from the San Carlos Apache Reservation and Colorado City in Arizona to board a C-130 Hercules transport aircraft provided by the U.S. Air Force for a trip to NASA in Houston from Nov. 17-20. Here, the group will work with astronauts, space technicians, roboticists and strategists and discover how STEAM can be applied in a variety of career paths. In addition, the youngsters will meet with two of just 60 living Medal of Honor recipients, from whom INVESTING IN THE FUTUREUNIQUE PROGRAM GIVES UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN A VALUABLE LEG UP