Over the past month, over 500 requests have been submitted by collision repair professionals asking CIF for financial assistance through the CIF COVID-19 fund that was established in late March. The initial fund, including early contributions by half a dozen generous donors, had been nearly expired in mid-April when CIF sent out a request for […]
CIF Receives Hundreds of Applications from Collision Repair Professionals for COVID-19 Assistance
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced it received over 300 individual applications for assistance from the COVID-19 fund set up to support collision repair professionals impacted by the pandemic and the requests continue to come in. More information on how to apply for assistance or donate to the Foundation is available on its website. The […]
CCC Donates $100,000 to Industry COVID-19 Fund
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced that CCC Information Services Inc. (CCC) has donated $100,000 to the CIF COVID-19 fund to support collision repair professionals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, matching the initial $100,000 funded by CIF. CIF is the charitable arm of the collision repair industry and is dedicated to raising, managing and donating […]
Collision Industry Foundation Announces $100,000 Fund for COVID-19 Victims
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced the formation of a fund to assist those within the industry impacted by the new coronavirus, COVID-19. The CIF has committed to initially fund $100,000 in assistance to help individual collision repair professionals and their immediate families dealing with the effects of the virus. “Our hearts go out to […]
Collision Industry Foundation Raises $10,000 to Support Shooting Victims’ Family
Industry donations will support immediate family of collision repair facility owner whose son and daughter-in-law were victims of last summer’s shooting in El Paso, Texas. The Collision Industry Foundation reached its goal of raising $10,000 for the benefit of Gilberto Anchondo, owner of Colormaster Auto Body Shop, in El Paso, Texas. In September 2019, the […]
Collision Industry Foundation Thanks New Donors
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) welcomed the following organizations and individuals as new CIF donors, supporting the charitable organization’s cause and allowing CIF to continue supporting the industry: Tim Adelmann, Air Pro Diagnostics, Allstate, Axalta Coating, Systems, BASF, Berkshire Hathaway, Boyd/Gerber, Enterprise, Painter’s Supply, St. Gobain, Sherwin Williams, Symach, Transtar. The CIF provides emergency relief […]
Collision Industry Foundation January 16 Gala Features Grant Recipients
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) 10th Annual CIF Gala fundraising event, that will be held in Palm Springs, Calif. on Thursday, January 16, at 6:00 p.m., will feature two former recipients of industry support through CIF. The previous recipients of Foundation support are looking forward to expressing their gratitude to CIF donors in person. Jeff […]
Collision Industry Foundation Calls for Support for Mass Shooting Victims’ Family
In August of this year, two collision repairers, Andre and Jordan Anchondo, lost their lives during the mass shooting in El Paso, Texas, leaving behind three young children. In response, the Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) introduced a “Campaign of Caring” in September seeking to inspire the industry to raise money for the Anchondo family, owners […]
Bill Shaw Receives Collision Industry Foundation Distinguished Service Award
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced that the first-ever CIF Distinguished Service Award was presented to long-time Board member, Bill Shaw from PPG, at the SEMA Red Carpet awards breakfast on November 6. The award was created to highlight an individual’s exceptional efforts in support of the CIF mission and vision. Shaw joined the CIF […]
Collision Industry Foundation 10th Annual Gala January 16
The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) announced its 10th Annual Gala event which will be held at a new location in Palm Springs, Calif. on Thursday, January 16, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Registration for the event is available online. Due to growing attendance, rather than limit the number of guests who can attend, the event […]