By RPM March 27, 2025
We are thrilled to introduce you to the 2025 RPM Foundation Great Race X-Cup team! This year's Race will take place from June 21 through June 29, starting in St. Paul, MN. Over the course of the event, the team will travel through ten states before finishing in scenic Lake Murray, SC. Be sure to follow along with our social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, to keep up with our progress! Without further ado, let's meet our team!

THE RPM FOUNDATION


Building career pathways in the collector car industry by advocating for and funding restoration, preservation and mentorship


The RPM Foundation is a 501cc nonprofit dedicated to preserving the arts of vehicle restoration and preservation through hands-on training and mentorship. At the heart of our mission is a desire to guide individuals into professional roles in the special interest vehicle service industry.

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Apprenticeships

The RPM Apprenticeship Program turns top restoration shops into classrooms where students who are passionate about collector vehicle restoration can earn an income while learning a craft they love.

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endangered skills

Classic cars are functional works of art, but as the craftspeople who repair and restore them retire and age out, fewer and fewer new professionals step in to replace them. What can you do to preserve these vital skills?

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X-Cup

To help more young people engage in collector car culture, the RPM Foundation provides financial support and additional guidance for high school and college age participants of this cross-country endurance rally.

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Restorer's Award

The RPM Restorer’s Award recognizes the craft and artistry of vehicle restoration and preservation. These awards are given to master craftspeople who also illustrate a desire to pass their skillset to the next generation.

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Since 2005, over $3.5 million has been awarded by the RPM Foundation to fund education and training for future restoration and preservation professionals.


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LATEST NEWS FROM the RPM FOundation

By RPM March 27, 2025
We are thrilled to introduce you to the 2025 RPM Foundation Great Race X-Cup team! This year's Race will take place from June 21 through June 29, starting in St. Paul, MN. Over the course of the event, the team will travel through ten states before finishing in scenic Lake Murray, SC. Be sure to follow along with our social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, to keep up with our progress! Without further ado, let's meet our team!
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By RPM Foundation March 11, 2025
Are you passionate about classic cars? Do you dream of working hands-on with some of the most iconic vehicles in automotive history? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. LeMay – America’s Car Museum and the RPM Foundation are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Apprentice to join our Collection Team. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to turn your love for vintage automobiles into a rewarding career. What Makes This Opportunity Special? As an Apprentice Technician, you’ll work side by side with senior experts to preserve, restore, and maintain an extraordinary collection of historic vehicles. Whether it’s reviving a classic muscle car, fine-tuning a pre-war automobile, or ensuring our running fleet is ready for exhibitions and events, you’ll be at the heart of automotive history in action.
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