Philanthropy

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Young adults learning welding and carpentry skills in a well-equipped vocational training workshop, supported by Metallica's foundation.
Trades

Metallica's foundation invests millions in skilled trades training

In its eighth year, Metallica's All Within My Hands Foundation is investing over $3.

Rick Donovan·August 6, 2026
Students learning skilled trades such as carpentry and electrical work in a modern, sunlit college workshop, representing the impact of the Lowe's Foundation grant.
Trades

Lowe's Foundation Grants $1 Million to Houston Community College

The Lowe's Foundation just awarded nearly $8 million in grants to 10 community and technical colleges, including a $1 million grant to Houston Community College.

Rick Donovan·August 1, 2026
Young apprentices learning electrical, plumbing, and carpentry skills in a modern training facility, supported by Lowe's Foundation grants.
Trades

Lowe's Foundation adds $8M to skilled trades training grants

In a single announcement, Lowe's Foundation just committed nearly $8 million to train the next generation of electricians, plumbers, and carpenters, bringing its total investment in skilled trades edu

Rick Donovan·July 30, 2026
Diverse individuals learning carpentry, electrical, and plumbing skills in a bright, modern training workshop, symbolizing the future of skilled trades.
Trades

BlackRock launches $100 million initiative for skilled trades training

BlackRock, a financial giant known for its investment prowess, has committed $100 million to train up to 50,000 skilled craft workers, marking a significant philanthropic pivot into vocational educati

Rick Donovan·May 7, 2026
Diverse volunteers working in a Detroit community garden, utilizing tools from the new Ford and Carhartt sponsored ToolBank.
Projects

Ford and Carhartt Launch Detroit ToolBank to Aid Community Projects

For just 2 cents, a Detroit community group can now rent a paint can key.

Scott Ramirez·May 3, 2026
Detroit residents collaborating on a community project, utilizing a variety of tools and equipment provided by ToolBank Detroit.
Tools & Equipment

ToolBank Detroit expands community projects with new equipment resources

A paint can key costs just 2 cents to rent weekly at Detroit's new ToolBank.

Rick Donovan·April 22, 2026
Diverse students learning skilled trades like plumbing, electrical, and carpentry in a modern vocational training center, symbolizing the Lowe's Foundation's investment in future professionals.
Trades

Lowe's Foundation Pledges $250 Million for Skilled Trades Training

In a major move to combat the national labor crisis, the Lowe's Foundation has committed $250 million over the next decade to fund skilled trades training for 250,000 new professionals.

Rick Donovan·April 7, 2026