GROW THE TRADES

GROWING THE FUTURE OF THE TRADES - BY DEWALT

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.

$4 MILLION

GRANTS ISSUED
IN 2024

$6.9 MILLION

IN TOOLS & GRANTS
DONATED IN 2024

$30 MILLION

COMMITMENT
BY 2027

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User walking onto jobsite with DEWALT 20V MAX* XR 30 Gauge Framing Nailer

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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FEATURED CONTENT

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DEWALT Encourages High School Seniors Attending Trade School to Celebrate Their Decision

To honor and support the next generation of skilled tradespeople, DEWALT is recognizing high school seniors entering the trades starting on National Decision Day…

Tradesman holding a DEWALT For The Trades t-shirt on a NYC Job Site

DEWALT Celebrates The Trades

DEWALT^® celebrated our 100th anniversary and the tradespeople who made it possible. DEWALT visited local union locations and trade schools with cash and tool donations to support…

Gen Z Is Ready For The Skilled Trades

A new survey released today from DEWALT found that high schoolers enrolled in skilled trades programs are fully committed to their future career (68%), but faced challenges…

3 Out Of 4 Houston-Based Tradespeople Say that Investment In Their Tools Was a Barrier

As part of DEWALT's commitment to grow the trades, we are making every effort to empower those starting out by supplying the tools young professionals need…

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

The ACE Mentor Program is an after-school mentoring program that connects students with experts from the architecture, construction, and engineering fields.

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.