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GROW THE TRADES

MORE THAN THE TOOLS IN YOUR HAND

DEWALT^® is supporting the next generation of tradespeople with resources, scholarships and grants to help close the skilled labor gap, empower the workforce, and build a stronger tomorrow–one jobsite at a time.

POWERING SUPPORT FOR THE TRADES

DEWALT supports current and aspiring tradespeople through both monetary and tool donation programs.

$19+ MILLION

INVESTED SINCE 2023

$60 MILLION

COMMITMENT
BY 2030*

VIEW THE 2025 Q2 REPORT

*Upgraded goal of $60 million investment by 2030 is an extension and expansion of prior $30 million investment goal by 2027 and is thereby inclusive of the $19.8 million spend to date under our Grow the Trades program since 2023, our base year.

A DEWALT toolbox is covered with stickers from various states, unions, and trades at the Tradeswomen Build Nations 2023 Conference

LEADERS AREN'T BORN. THEY'RE BUILT.

DEWALT is a proud sponsor of the Tradeswomen Build Nations 2025 conference.

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TRADE SCHOLARSHIPS FROM DEWALT

DEWALT is here to support individuals attending a two-year college or vocational-technical school who are pursuing a trade degree/certificate in an industry aligned with the Stanley Black & Decker supported industries.

DEWALT SCHOLARSHIP AND GRANT RECIPIENTS

Haley Debem

Rob Mendez

Julian Simmons

Gretta Vieths

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PARTNERSHIPS THAT BUILD THE TRADES

Explore the DEWALT^® partners expanding access to trade careers through training and support. Working together to create the real-world opportunities that will lead to successful careers in the trades.

Helmets to Hardhats

DEWALT^® remains committed to connecting our nation's heroes with career opportunities in the trades.

ACE Mentor Program

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Heavy Metal Summer Experience

Heavy Metal Summer Experience allows students to explore sheet metal, piping, and plumbing trades through hands-on learning.

Women in Mechanical Industry (WiMI)

Women in the Mechanical Industry (WiMI) aims to further the careers of women in the mechanical industry through training, mentoring, and development opportunities.

Skills USA

DEWALT has partnered with SkillsUSA to help support America’s future tradespeople. SkillsUSA is the largest student-led workforce development organization in the U.S.