Introduce Students to Careers in the Trades Through Career Connections Grant
Applications are now open for the Career Connections VI grant through the Skilled Labor Fund (SLF), managed by the National Housing Endowment (NHE).
The purpose of this funding is to support activities that introduce students to careers in residential skilled trades. These can include traditional "career fairs" where students meet prospective employers in a trade show type of format; presentations where industry educates students about career opportunities in residential skilled trades; industry participation in community or school organized career events; or any bona fide activity that promotes the trades to students or endeavors to make employment connections.
All local and state associations are encouraged to apply for funding up to $3,500 to support local career events. Any 2025 activity intended to introduce high school, middle school or elementary school students to careers in residential trades will be considered.
Deadline for applications is Jan. 15, 2025.
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