AGC Education Foundation
/OVERVIEW: The AGC Education Foundation supports construction education, training and workforce development in Washington, with substantial support going toward K-12 hands-on learning experiences.
IP TAKE: This is an accessible and supportive foundation that’s laser-focused on it’s specific funding interests. Schools may apply for grants here, as well. It’s also an approachable funder, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions.
PROFILE: Established in 1980, the AGC Education Foundation is an industry-specific foundation based in Seattle, Washington. The founding group of general contractors in the state wished to give back to the community based upon the believe that ongoing education and training are vital to the construction industry. The original foundation trustees included Louis Rowley, Tullus Gordon, Terry Deeny, Dann Sheffield and Larry Johnson. The foundation aims to "develop and promote construction careers through quality education and training.” It funds local efforts for education, outreach, training and lifelong learning.
The AGC Education Foundation has programs that serve current construction industry employees, adults interested in construction careers, students in grade school through college, as well as middle and high school teachers. It awards educational grants to assist schools and organizations with new equipment, textbooks and other educational needs. Grants are aimed at the K-12 demographic and also the 18- to 28-year-old demographic. Funding interests are career workshops for women, resource guides for teachers, summer internships, competition participation and career awareness outreach. The funder also awards student scholarships to provide tuition support for over 400 university students. It has numerous youth outreach programs to support workforce development and offers class training in local communities.
Important Grant Details:
Grants range between about $100 and $10,000. Learn more about this funder’s local giving in the news section of the funder’s website. Grantmaking focuses on Washington. Past local grantees include Green River College, the Construction Center of Excellence and Seattle Skills Center.
This foundation accepts unsolicited grant applications from nonprofits and schools. It evaluates grant requests on a case-by-case basis throughout the year and may request site visits. Funding periods typically run from July 1 to June 30. Direct general questions to the staff at 206-284-4500 or to individual staff members by email.
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