Model A Youth Restoration Award Application

Model A Youth Restoration Award Application

New Applicants
The Model A Youth Restoration Award (MAYRA) provides financial support to young people who demonstrate a genuine interest in the Model A Ford hobby through hands-on restoration work. The purpose of the program is to encourage youth to learn mechanical skills, understand the operation of the Model A or AA Ford, and build a lasting connection to the hobby that will help sustain Model A restoration for future generations.

Awards are granted annually and presented as gift certificates purchased from approved Model A Ford parts and service vendors. Award recipients are announced at the national conventions of the Model A Restorers Club (MARC) and the Model A Ford Club of America (MAFCA). Recipients do not need to be present.

Application deadline: May 31, 2026

Eligibility Requirements:

* Applicants must be at least 14 years old but not yet 22 as of May 31 of the application year.

* Applicants must be actively restoring, or ready to begin restoring, a Model A or AA Ford at the time the application is submitted.

* The applicant must be the primary individual performing the restoration work. The intent is for the youth to lead their own restoration, not assist another person.

* The restoration must be for personal use only and not for resale or contract work. Hot rods, speedsters, or modified vehicles are not eligible.

* Proof of current ownership, or written certification from the current owner stating the vehicle will be transferred to the applicant upon completion, is required.

* The applicant must be a current member of MAFCA or MARC, or be a child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a current member.

* The applicant must maintain an active relationship with a local MAFCA or MARC-affiliated club. During the award year, applicants must attend at least two club meetings and present progress updates on their restoration.

Questions about eligibility or the application: Info@MAYRA.biz
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1. Applicant Information

Please fill out the below information.
Full Name*

First NameMiddle Initial Last Name
E-mail*
example@example.com
How old are you?*
Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Address*

Street Address

Apt/Suite #

CityState

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Address of restoration to be performed, if not at your address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Distance in miles from home

2. Vehicle Information

Please answer the questions to the best of your ability.
Year of Model A Being Restored"*
1927, 1928, 1929, 1930, 1931
Body Style*
Eg. Roadster, Coupe, Sedan, Tudor...
Proof of ownership or future ownership documentation*

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Current condition of the vehicle when acquired*
Provide detailed information
Current condition of the vehicle of the vehicle today*
Provide detailed information
Restoration Goal

Ground-up restoration: My end goal is to have my car judged either in a fine-points or blue ribbon touring fashion (I have a chassis and many parts, but it needs a lot of work and TLC before it can be driven or judged).Almost ground-up restoration for use as a daily driver or touring car (I do not intend to perfect my car to judging standards, and its current state requires a lot of work and TLC before I will drive and tour in it).Correct/repair/replace components of the car for use as a daily driver (My Model A is nearly driveable now, and it needs some finishing touches before it is road-worthy or can be judged).The Model A is now drivable (I need to repair, upgrade, or replace a few things on it to make it road-worthy or enter it to judging).
Organization and Member

MAFCAMARC
Local MAFCA or MARC-affiliated club name
MAFCA/MARC Club Name(s)
How often do you attend club meetings
Club President's Information
Name, Phone Number, Email Address
Mentor's Information (Someone other than a family member)
Name of Member
Mentor's Information
Name, Phone Number, Email Address
Note: The MAYRA Board may contact the club president and/or mentor to help assess the progress and status of the restoration project.
The MAYRA Board does not know anything about you or your goals and interest that you have for restoring your Model A. Take as much space as you need to answer each question. All questions must be answered.
Describe when and how you developed an interest in the Model A Ford.*
Provide detailed information
Explain how and when you acquired the vehicle, including any history or story behind it. *
Provide detailed information
Is the vehicle currently drivable? If yes, describe what you want to complete in the next 12 months.*
Provide detailed information
If not drivable, describe the assistance or guidance you will need to move forward.*
Provide detailed information
List major systems or components that need repair or replacement.*
Provide detailed information
Describe what you expect to complete over the next 12 months.*
Provide detailed information
Describe challenges you have faced and how you overcame them, as well as anticipated challenges ahead.*
Provide detailed information
Identify individuals who have mentored or assisted you during the restoration.*
Provide detailed information
If you are about to enter college or you are in college, tell where the college is located. If not in your community or close by, explain how you will be able to restore the Model A.*
Provide detailed information
You may include any additional information that helps the MAYRA Board understand your motivation, skills, learning goals, and commitment to completing the restoration project.You may include any additional information that helps the MAYRA Board understand your motivation, skills, learning goals, and commitment to completing the restoration project.
Provide detailed information
Insert a copy of the title and if not in your name, a statement from the registered owner that the Model A will become yours at the completion of the restoration.
Photos are essential to the review of your application.

These photos and your answers to the questions may be used in public articles, advertisements, and videos about the Model A Youth Restoration Award program.
1. Three photos of you, waist up; with or without Model A behind you.
2. Two photos of yourself actively working on your Model A, clearly showing your involvement in the restoration and the vehicle.
3. Eight clear photographs of the vehicle and the restoration process.
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Applicant Certification

I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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For Parent/Guardian

I give approval for my child to apply for the Model A Youth Restoration Award program and approve that the information provided and accompanying photos may be used by the Model A Youth Restoration Award organization in articles, advertisements, and videos about the Model A Youth Restoration Award.
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Model A Youth Restoration Award Application

1. Applicant Information

2. Vehicle Information