Turner Construction Company Foundation Receives DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant

The Foundation was honored for workforce development efforts in Tennessee.

The Turner Construction Company Foundation is honored to be recognized as a DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant recipient. The grant recognizes the Skill Builders Program in Tennessee which is part of Turner’s and the Turner Foundation’s commitment to workforce development efforts across the United States.

With an estimated 500,000 open construction jobs unfilled, DEWALT’s Grow the Trades Grants aim to help close the skilled labor gap by supporting nonprofit organizations that are skilling, reskilling and upskilling tradespeople. Each year, the program awards funding and tool donations as part of a larger $30 million commitment over five years to close the skilled trades gap. 

The Turner Construction Company Foundation was selected as one of 166 organizations that are providing great accessibility and resources for trades training. The Skill Builders Program is a strategic collaboration between Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology Nashville, Turner Construction Company, Metro Nashville Public Schools, PENCIL, and the Tennessee Titans to advance vocational skills training and fuel the growth of trade careers. This program aims to impact over 40,000 students by offering critical certifications, training, and resources.

“We are honored to be selected as a recipient of the DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant. This recognition reinforces our commitment to building a stronger, more inclusive workforce for the construction industry,” said Christa Andresky, Turner Construction Company Foundation Board Member. “By investing in training and development, we can help close the skills gap and create lasting opportunities for individuals in the communities where we work. Together with our partners, Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology and DEWALT, we are helping to ensure the future of the trades is diverse, skilled, and ready to meet the challenges ahead."

The donation will be directed toward a number of efforts that align with the Foundation’s Pillars: active caring, workforce readiness, and inclusion.

“DEWALT is immensely proud to support The Turner Construction Company Foundation as they work to skill and reskill the tradespeople of tomorrow moving us closer to our shared goal of closing the trade skills gap,” said Frank Mannarino, President and General Manager of DEWALT. “Funding educational programs and non-profits like Turner Construction Company Foundation connects more people to training, resources and opportunities that will lead to successful careers in the trades.” 

To learn more about the DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant, recipients and updates for the upcoming application period, please visit DEWALT Grow the Trades.

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About The Turner Construction Company Foundation

Established in 1983, the Turner Construction Company Foundation (Foundation) is a private non-profit organization. The foundation aims to construct and inspire change where we build. Through our local offices, the Foundation supports charitable organizations that promote active caring, wellness, workforce readiness, diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Foundation partners with the Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCAT), and the Tennessee Titans to further this mission. 

About TCAT, Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS), PENCIL, and the Tennessee Titans

The Skill Builders Program (SBP) represents a strategic collaboration between Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCAT) Nashville, Turner Construction Company, Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS), PENCIL, and the Tennessee Titans to advance vocational skills training and fuel the growth of trade careers. This program aims to impact over 40,000 students by offering critical certifications, training, and resources. Through a multifaceted approach that includes OSHA 30 training, NC3 PMI certification, Turner Construction Internship, and a Construction Math Toolkit, we aim to equip students with the necessary skills, certifications, and resources to succeed in trade careers. 

About DEWALT 

DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, celebrates 100 years in business by continuing to provide our customers with total jobsite and landscaping solutions. By applying its latest technology to the challenges of today’s skilled trades, DEWALT is leading the charge for the jobsite of the future and pioneering the next generation of tools, outdoor equipment and forward-looking technologies. DEWALT products. GUARANTEED TOUGH®. For more information, visit www.dewalt.com or follow DEWALT on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. 

About Stanley Black & Decker 

Founded in 1843 and headquartered in the USA, Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) is a worldwide leader in Tools and Outdoor, operating manufacturing facilities globally. The Company's approximately 50,000 diverse and high-performing employees produce innovative end-user inspired power tools, hand tools, storage, digital jobsite solutions, outdoor and lifestyle products, and engineered fasteners to support the world’s builders, tradespeople and DIYers. The Company's world class portfolio of trusted brands includes DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, BLACK+DECKER®, and Cub Cadet®. To learn more visit: www.stanleyblackanddecker.com or follow Stanley Black & Decker on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.