Happy National Skilled Trades Day from Explore The Trades!
Join us in celebrating the trades and the professionals who keep our communities running.
Explore The Trades and Ferguson Grow Skilled Trades Education with New Grants to 10 Schools
Celebrating Expansion and New Opportunities for Trades Education
The “Explore The Trades Skills Lab, Built by Ferguson” equipment grants were announced on May 7, 2025, in celebration of National Skilled Trades Day.
Ten schools are the newest recipients of the Skills Lab equipment grants, which are projected to reach over 1,500 students this upcoming school year. This dynamic program has experienced rapid growth since it began in 2021 and has now delivered equipment to 32 high schools and three middle schools in 17 states across the country.
To see this year’s list of recipients – including our first-ever electrical lab – check out the link below.
(L to R) Photo courtesy of Bemidji High School; photo courtesy of Mayfair School; photo courtesy of Lebanon County Career and Technology Center.
Explore The Trades Receives $2,500 Gift from Powerhouse Consulting Group
Explore The Trades is thrilled to continue our partnership with Powerhouse Consulting Group, a women-owned company of industry leading software consulting experts, as a Skilled Trades Supporter partner!
With support from industry leaders like Powerhouse Consulting Group, Explore The Trades is able to provide on-demand classroom education and career information to help build the skilled workforce of the future.
To learn more about Powerhouse Consulting Group, follow the link below.
Think You Know the Trades? Think Again.
Skilled trades like plumbing, electrical, and HVAC offer fulfilling careers, high earning potential, and real job security – but long-standing myths still hold many people back.
In our latest blog post, Debunking the Five Biggest Myths About Working in the Trades, we tackle the biggest misconceptions and reveal the truth about what these careers really look like today.
From outdated stereotypes to surprising salary facts, you’ll discover why now is a great time to consider a future in the trades.
Read the full article linked below.
Fishing Fundraiser a Success!
A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the Explore The Trades Fishing Fundraiser! Your support plays a vital role in helping us bridge the technical talent gap in the plumbing, HVAC, and electrical trades.
Because of you, we’re reeling in even more interest in the skilled trades and inspiring the next generation of professionals.
Learn more about Explore The Trades’ mission and how you can make an impact with the link below.
Donors of Explore The Trades support the next generation of tradespeople and the legacy of the plumbing, HVAC, and electrical trades.
To our supporters, we thank you.
To learn more about supporting Explore The Trades and its donors, click the link below.