Promoting and advocating for car culture across America
Advocating for Car Culture in America
NextClassics Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and expanding American car culture as a vehicle for the education, development, and mentorship of boys and young men.
Who We Are
NextClassics Inc. is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and expanding American car culture as a vehicle for the education, development, and mentorship of boys and young men. What started as one person’s passion for classic cars has grown into a foundation built around mentorship, skilled trades, and the community that forms wherever people gather around cars.
Mike’s passion for automobiles began with his very first car, a Triumph TR6. More than just a vehicle, it introduced him to the history, craftsmanship, and sense of community that define car culture — a lifelong appreciation for classic cars and the people who preserve and celebrate them.
Driven by that passion, Mike founded NextClassics with a mission to promote and preserve car culture for future generations, believing that every vehicle has a story to tell — and that preserving automotive heritage means preserving the memories, traditions, and connections that bring enthusiasts together.
What We Build Around
Mentorship
We believe that every young man deserves someone further down the road of life to show him how it’s done.
Craftsmanship
The skilled trades are a societal need and serious career choice that deserve respect.
Community
We believe car culture is at its best when it’s shared across generations.
Heritage
The history of the automobile is an important social value, and every car has a story to tell.
Self-Sufficiency
We’re building pathways to real, durable careers that give young men a sense of agency and ownership.
One of the Last Places to Learn by Doing
We believe car culture is one of the answers to this problem — not because we’re nostalgic about cars, but because a vehicle or garage is one of the last places in American life where young men can experience hands-on learning and mentorship. Where both their own work, and the work of those who came before them, is visible and immediately evident.
NextClassics Key Initiatives
Grants and Scholarships
Collaborating with like-minded organizations and partners to provide meaningful financial support and access to opportunities for individuals pursuing automotive-related careers. Through these efforts, we aim to reduce barriers to entry, encourage skill development, and empower the next generation of automotive enthusiasts.
Fundraising for Raceways
Supporting the preservation, revitalization, and sustainable development of raceways as vital cultural, historical, and community spaces. We work to ensure these venues remain accessible and well-maintained, providing safe environments for enthusiasts, fostering local engagement, and preserving an important part of automotive heritage for future generations.
Community Engagement
Actively participating in car shows, meets, and community events to share automotive history and culture with the public. Through these experiences, we aim to inspire younger generations to develop a passion for automobiles, engage in hands-on, real-world activities, and build meaningful connections within the automotive community
