Meritor donates $50,000 to Wyakin Warrior Foundation

Meritor Inc., Troy, Mich., a global supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, and aftermarket products for commercial vehicle and industrial markets, has partnered with the Boise, Idaho-based Wyakin Warrior Foundation to help severely wounded veterans achieve professional and personal success. Meritor has made a $50,000 contribution to the foundation, which mentors and gives financial assistance to veterans who are pursuing degrees in many areas.

In January Meritor launched its "Shoes for Soldiers" campaign, which earmarked a percentage of its remanufactured brake shoe sales to the Wyakin Warrior Foundation. Meritor's $50,000 contribution includes a $20,000 match from the Meritor Trust Fund.

Meritor's contribution will provide funding to Wyakin Warriors for additional veterans. The cost of the 60-month program is $25,000 per veteran.

Participants in the program receive educational and financial support, attend monthly professional development seminars, build job skills and a professional network, and successfully complete a certification or degree, culminating in job placement in a meaningful career.