IDEAL Industries Foundation awarded $333,000 in 2023 to support increased participation in the skilled trades.
- PYB Generator to develop and pilot a new pre-apprenticeship training program for the skilled trades targeting Black and Brown youth ages 18-26 in Philadelphia, PA. ($250,000 over 24 months)
- Cassandra Banks Foundation to provide mentorship for women in an electrical pre-apprenticeship program in Greater Los Angeles. ($50,000 over 24 months)
- Chicago Women in the Trades to provide tools for pre-apprenticeship training program for women in the greater Chicago area. ($30,000)
- Rosie’s Girls to equip graduates of an electrical pre-apprenticeship program for women with tools. ($3,000)