The Home Depot Foundation Trains More than 29,000 Participants
The Home Depot Foundation’s Path to Pro program and trades-focused partnerships have trained more than 29,000 participants and introduced more than 126,000 people to the skilled trades, surpassing its commitment to train 20,000 people six years ahead of schedule, the company said in a statement.
To continue expanding no-cost training opportunities to youth, high school students, underserved communities and separating U.S. military service members, The Home Depot Foundation is granting an additional $3.7 million to its industry-leading partners, Home Builders Institute (HBI), Construction Ready and SkillPointe Foundation. The incremental funding will support growth of youth programming with 100 Black Men of America, develop two additional academy programs in Sacramento and Phoenix, and add $300,000 in trades school scholarships, among other enhancements.