NCMA Education and Research Foundation Grant

NCMA Education and Research Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: CONCRETE MASONRY AND HARDSCAPES ASSOCIATION
Last Updated: March 19, 2026

Summary

The NCMA Education and Research Foundation Grant aims to support the concrete masonry and hardscape industry through research and educational initiatives. With over $2 million invested, the Foundation invites proposals from qualified professionals, emphasizing national and regional benefits. Eligible projects should focus on workforce development, educational opportunities for students, and collaborative efforts with other organizations. Notably, certain entities, such as those involved in political campaigns or proprietary projects, are ineligible for funding.

Overview

About The mission of the NCMA Education and Research Foundation is to advance and support the concrete masonry and hardscape industry and the public interest through research and educational programs designed to meet the future needs of the industry. To date, the Foundation has invested more than $2M in grants to industry research for codes and standards, educational opportunities for architectural and engineering students, and workforce development programs. Grants The NCMA Education & Research Foundation welcomes proposals from all qualified scientists, engineers, educators and other professionals associated with the manufactured concrete masonry and hardscapes industries. Generally, proposals initiated by an individual are officially submitted by their employing organization. Graduate students are not encouraged to submit research proposals, but should arrange to serve as research assistants to faculty members.  No person on the grounds of race, color, age, sex, national origin, or disability shall be denied the benefits of financial assistance from the foundation.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.

Ineligibility

NOT eligible for grants from the NCMA Research and Education Foundation:organizations whose chief purpose is to influence legislation or to participate or intervene in political campaigns on behalf of or against any candidate for public office;endowments or memorials; religious, veteran or fraternal organizations unless they are engaged in a significant project with national or regional benefit; construction or renovation projects; fundraising events; and proprietary projects or products not in concert with the mission of the foundation as determined by the board of trustees