Payne Auto Group is proud to recognize and celebrate our 2025 NADA Foundation Scholarship recipients. This year, we’re especially honored to share that Payne Auto Group students were awarded the top two scholarships in the nation—an incredible achievement that reflects the strength and promise of our Payne family.

Each year, the NADA Foundation awards scholarships to deserving students connected to the automotive industry. This year’s results brought home not only top honors, but also a long list of winners from Payne Auto Group.

$5,000 Scholarship Recipient – Top Award

Lorena Cerda
Niece of Pedro Alvarez
St. Edward’s University
Payne Auto Group

$4,000 Scholarship Recipient – Second Highest Award

Malloree Mireles
Daughter of Jackie Cervantes
Texas A&M University
Payne Auto Group

Additional 2025 NADA Scholarship Recipients from Payne Auto Group:

  • $2,000 – Jade Cardoza
    University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
  • $2,000 – Trevor Huddleston
    South Texas College
  • $1,500 – Grettell Corona
    Texas State University
  • $1,000 – Serena Cano
    South Texas College
  • $1,000 – Miranda Chapa
    University of Texas San Antonio
  • $1,000 – Julyssa Treviño-Faz
    Texas A&M University–Kingsville

We are incredibly proud of all eight students who received scholarships this year. Their success is a reflection of the values we uphold at Payne Auto Group—hard work, determination, and a commitment to a brighter future.

To each recipient, congratulations on this outstanding achievement. Your Payne Auto Group family is cheering you on every step of the way.