Funding Amount

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Deadline

August 24, 2026

136 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Skilled Trades Scholarship

Organization: Spirit of Construction Foundation

Geographic Scope: Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana region

Focus Areas:

  • Support for individuals pursuing careers in skilled trades

  • Carpentry apprenticeships

  • Electrical apprenticeships

  • Other hands-on professions in high demand
  • Eligibility:

  • Students enrolled in apprenticeship programs

  • Students at vocational/technical schools

  • Those just getting started or working to complete training
  • Award Information:

  • Newly launched in 2025

  • In 2025, 3 skilled trades scholarships were awarded

  • Recipients included students from Carpenters Union Program, JATC Training Program, and JATC Local 212
  • Contact Information:

  • Phone: (859) 525-6817

  • Email: amanda.smith@spiritofconstruction.org

  • Mailing Address: P.O. Box 17203, Lakeside Park, KY 41017
  • Background:
    Spirit of Construction Foundation supports local community outreach initiatives that educate young people about opportunities within the construction industry. Since 2004, they have awarded 278 scholarships totaling $666,500.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Detailed application instructions not provided in available materials.

    Suggested next steps:
    1. Contact Amanda Smith at (859) 525-6817 or amanda.smith@spiritofconstruction.org for application details
    2. Check website for online application portal
    3. Application period will be open July 1 - August 24, 2026

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    workforce-development

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