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Driver Education Foundation Opens the Doors of Opportunity for Disadvantaged Young Americans
The Driver Education Foundation of America (DEFA) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. The Foundation chartered on July 16, 2007, with the purpose of transforming the lives of young individuals who are in need of driver training to become a licensed driver in Georgia.
Mission Statement
Our Mission is to provide driver training for our youth thereby creating independence and a pathway to a career with multiple job opportunities.
DEFA transforms the lives of many young individuals by awarding scholarships that provide mentoring, education, and application of driver skills training in accordance with the laws in Georgia. The Foundation partners with driving schools to provide driver education to individuals ages 18 years and older for the purpose of obtaining a Class C driver's license and becoming an independent driver. As the doors of opportunity open, these individuals are able to fulfil positions in companies, transportation industry specifically in the ridesharing and home delivery segments.
Vision
- To educate and train young individuals with advanced driving skills and knowledge, improving driving standards in Georgia.
- To record statistics, research driving behaviors and provide information to further improve the laws and legislation for driving skills and training standards on a national level.
- To work with the government and other non-profit organizations in the fight to reduce and prevent motor vehicle accidents by improving the driving skills of our younger generation.
- To provide generations of trained and skilled and safe drivers.
Our Overview
Qualified Instructors
E-Learning Driver Safety
Qualified Instructors
Our team of State Certified Instructors with professional driving training experience lead youth through a curriculum of driving which provides safe methodologies, skills practice and general driving knowledge and experience. Courses are customized to suit individual adult driving needs.
Requirements
E-Learning Driver Safety
Qualified Instructors
Referrals through DFCS and/foster programs or group homes providing guidance, counseling and safe homes to youth fulfill the eligibility to receive a scholarship.
Scholarships may be available through DEFA depending on donors
E-Learning Driver Safety
E-Learning Driver Safety
E-Learning Driver Safety
E-Learning options are available for youth with busy schedules. The E-learning Defensive Driving Course provides in-depth knowledge and information on road rules and laws in Georgia.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our programs, send us a message. We will respond in 1 - 2 business days.
Driver Education Foundation
1353 Riverstone Parkway, Canton, Georgia 30114, United States
