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Overview

The Builders Association Scholarship Program

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
  • Contact: Gary Hartman, Association Services Director

    Phone: (330) 539-6050

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    educationworkforce-developmentk-12-schools

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