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Through a competitive application and review process, students are awarded a set of trade-specific, professional-quality tools valued at approximately $500-$600. Tools in the sets, selected by industry professionals specifically for each trade and procured by the Shallow Ford Foundation, include items such as cordless drills, HVAC manifold sets, torch kits, pipe wrenches, pliers, voltage testers, and necessities such as headlamps, hammers, tape measures and bags to store it all. Click here to learn more.
The Tools For Trades scholarship award is open for the Spring 2025 semester. It is open to students at the following community colleges:
Davidson-Davie Community College: students graduating with a degree or credential leading to a career in HVAC or Electrical trades. Up to 3 tool sets may be awarded per area.
Forsyth Tech: students graduating with a degree or credential leading to a career in HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing. Up to 6 tool sets may be awarded per area.
Surry Community College: students graduating with a degree or credential leading to a career in HVAC or, Electrical trades. Up to 3 tool sets may be awarded per area.
The application deadline is March 31st at 5 pm.
