May 2025 Volume 7

FOUNDATION NEWS

T he Forging Foundation held its Fifth Annual Silent Auction at the FIA Annual Meeting of Members in Marco Island, FL. The Silent Auction raised over $20,000! All proceeds raised from the Silent Auction go toward the Forging Foundation in supporting industry-relevant research to advance the science of forging and engage students through curriculum, experiential learning, and scholarships to encourage them to pursue careers in the forging supply chain. The Silent Auction had an assortment of donations consisting of sporting tickets, forged items, jewelry, outdoor accessories and much more! Attendees had the opportunity to bid on the items donated during the Sunset Reception. A special thank you to all of the companies that donated to help make this event possible. We couldn’t have done it without your support! FIERF DONOR SPOTLIGHT: Silent Auction Donors

• Alton Steel • American Axle & Manufacturing • Campbell Press Repair • Chiz Bros • Cleveland Hardware & Forging

• Finkl Steel • Forge Resources Group • GV Art+Design • Hilton Marco Island

• Onex • Scot Forge • Sharon Haverstock • Specialty Ring Products

• Jade-Sterling Steel • JaneMarie Underys • Ken Mathas • Keystone Forging & Hopkins Fishing Gear • Lasco

• Trenton Forging • Ulven Companies • Unit Drop Forge • Valley Forge & Bolt Mfg. Co. • Weber Metals

• Colorado School of Mines • Eaton Steel Bar Company • Ellwood Group • EST Tool & Machine Inc. • FIA

Tickets to a Green Bay Packers Game

Blackstone Adventure Ready 2-Burner 28” Propane Griddle with Omnivore Griddle Plate

Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker

Schwinn Hybrid Bike

The Forging Foundation Silent Auction is held each year at FIA’s Annual Meeting. Companies that are interested in donating an item or service can contact Amanda Dureiko at amanda@forging.org.

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