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Grant Type

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Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

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Eligible organizations

  • High school students enrolled in pre-apprenticeship programs across 21 area school districts
  • Youngstown State University students excelling in Civil and Construction Engineering Technology program
  • Students demonstrating commitment to the skilled trades

Overview

Annual scholarship program for students pursuing careers in the construction industry and skilled trades.

Geographic Scope: Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania region

Focus Areas:

  • Students enrolled in pre-apprenticeship programs at high schools
  • Youngstown State University students in Civil & Construction Engineering Technology program
  • High school students committed to skilled trades

Eligibility:

  • High school students enrolled in pre-apprenticeship programs across 21 area school districts
  • Youngstown State University students excelling in Civil and Construction Engineering Technology program
  • Students demonstrating commitment to the skilled trades

Award Details:

  • Scholarships presented annually at The Builders Association's annual meeting
  • Recipients receive gift cards to support initial trade entry costs (boots, basic tools, equipment)
  • Program has been running for 37+ consecutive years (as of 2008) and has distributed over $100,000 in total giving since 1971

Background:

  • Established to fuel the regional economy and prepare tomorrow's construction leaders
  • Supports over 800 students across 21 school districts in pre-apprenticeship programs
  • Program aims to create clear pathways from school to apprenticeship to full trade careers

What The Builders Association of Eastern Ohio & Western Pennsylvania actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2021 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2021
1
Total given
$8,000
Median grant
$8,000
  • By dollars: Ohio 100%. Top recipient cities: Youngstown, OH.

Example grants

  • Youngstown State Foundation · Youngstown, OH

    College scholarships

    $8,000

IRS Form 990, 2021. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education
  • Workforce development
  • K-12 schools

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