Tradesfutures
Tradesfutures is a Washington, DC–based nonprofit focused on expanding pathways into union Registered Apprenticeship and construction careers. Its 2024 filing identifies it as a Form 990 filer (a public charity); the organization states that it was formed in 2021.
Tradesfutures at a glance
In short: Tradesfutures gave $1.3M across 14 grants in 2024 (avg $96K), top state New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,344,780
- +83.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 14
- +7.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $96,056
- +70.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $73,917
- Total assets
- $3,658,102
- +27.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (25% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Tradesfutures
- Contact
Mailing address: 815 16Th Street 600, Washington, DC 20006
Phone: (202) 347-1461
Website: https://tradesfutures.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Tradesfutures funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Missouri Works Initiative ($303K). Together the top 10 received $1.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
29 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 29 (45%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grants went to recipients in multiple states. The largest shares of grant dollars by recipient state were New York (25%), Missouri (23%), California (10%), Ohio (7%), and Massachusetts (7%). For the initiative described on its website, Tradesfutures identifies direct subawards in Missouri, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, New York, California, Iowa, Arizona, Massachusetts, Illinois, Texas, North Dakota, and New Mexico.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Tradesfutures gives
- 57% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $268K (2022) to $1.3M (2024). In 2024 it made 14 grants totaling $1.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri Works Initiative Jefferson City, MO | Apprenticeship/Training | $303,074 |
| National Urban League New York, NY | Apprenticeship/Training | $243,930 |
| PWT United Sacramento, CA | Apprenticeship/Training | $129,625 |
| Ohio State Building and Construction Trades Council Columbus, OH | Apprenticeship/Training | $94,234 |
| Building Pathways South New Bedford, MA | Apprenticeship/Training | $92,952 |
| Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council Phoenix, AZ | Apprenticeship/Training | $84,230 |
| Hire 360 Chicago, IL | Apprenticeship/Training | $73,969 |
| Georgia Building Trades Academy Atlanta, GA | Apprenticeship/Training | $73,865 |
| Houston Gulf Coast Building and Construction Trades Council Deer Park, TX | Apprenticeship/Training | $73,611 |
| Rochester Careers in Construction Rochester, NY | Apprenticeship/Training | $48,736 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,658,102 | $4,226,731 | $3,376,460 | $1,344,780 | 14 |
| 2023 | $2,861,336 | $2,691,169 | $1,940,547 | $732,005 | 13 |
| 2022 | $1,682,632 | $2,111,000 | $463,059 | $267,750 | 2 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Tradesfutures’ stated mission is to develop, promote, and improve apprenticeship readiness programs; increase opportunity in the construction industry; conduct or sponsor research on barriers to obtaining or completing apprenticeships; and educate the public about craft-worker career opportunities.
Its website describes support for ARPs through curriculum development, help establishing and maintaining programs, educator accreditation training, and research. Its 2024 grants included apprenticeship and training awards and a scholarship award. Among the organizations receiving support, Missouri Works Initiative says its mission is to connect Missourians with resources to build life-sustaining careers; PWT United says it partners to provide career opportunities and readiness; and Georgia Building Trades Academy says it provides education and safety training for prospective members and apprenticeship organizations. Rochester Careers in Construction says it works to improve the image of construction as a career and connect people with education and employment training. Urban Green Council describes its mission as transforming buildings for a sustainable future.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Tradesfutures reported 14 grants totaling $1,344,780. Grant amounts ranged from $16,994 to $303,074, with a median of $73,917. The largest awards included $303,074 to Missouri Works Initiative, $243,930 to National Urban League, $129,625 to PWT United, $94,234 to Ohio State Building and Construction Trades Council, and $92,952 to Building Pathways South. The stated purpose for these awards was apprenticeship/training.
The organization’s website describes competitive subawards to programs in selected states as part of its Scaling Apprenticeship Readiness Across the Building Trades initiative. The initiative’s agreement with the U.S. Department of Labor and National Urban League began April 1, 2023, and is scheduled to conclude March 31, 2027.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Nicole Schwartz as executive director and the following board members: Sean McGarvey, Brandon Bishop, Sam Lyon, Tom Ensminger, Jeff Peoples, Allison Ziogas, Melissa Wells, and Michael Monroe.
Tradesfutures is led by Nicole Schwartz, Executive Director on every filing since 2022; 1 of 9 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Nicole Schwartz
Executive Director
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$74K (2022) → $80K (2024)
Allison Ziogas
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeff Peoples
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Wells
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Monroe
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sam Lyon
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sean McGarvey
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tom Ensminger
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brandon Bishop
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Brent Booker (2022) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $80K, to Nicole Schwartz (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Tradesfutures
How much does Tradesfutures give each year?
Tradesfutures gave $1.3M across 14 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $732K across 13 grants.
What is Tradesfutures's typical grant size?
Tradesfutures's median grant in 2024 was $73,917, and its average grant was $96,056, across 14 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Tradesfutures give grants?
Tradesfutures's top state is New York, with 25% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Missouri (23%) and California (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (2 grants).
Does Tradesfutures give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on Tradesfutures's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Apprenticeship/Training" (12 grants).
Who are Tradesfutures's largest grantees?
Tradesfutures's largest 2024 grantees include Missouri Works Initiative ($303,074), National Urban League ($243,930) and PWT United ($129,625), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Tradesfutures?
Tradesfutures reported $3.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.2M.
What does Tradesfutures fund?
Tradesfutures’ stated mission is to develop, promote, and improve apprenticeship readiness programs; increase opportunity in the construction industry; conduct or sponsor research on barriers to obtaining or completing apprenticeships; and educate the public about craft-worker career opportunities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Tradesfutures?
Tradesfutures has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check tradesfutures.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Tradesfutures's EIN?
Tradesfutures's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-3766320. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Tradesfutures funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 17, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/tradesfutures-morg_24db6958d89d4e7bb4fed40269688e7c
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