Skilled Trades Education Center

Investing in Purpose, Building Brighter Futures

The Skilled Trades Education Center will serve as a year-round learning hub where youth from all backgrounds can explore careers in the trades through guided instruction, hands-on experience, and mentorship. Designed with input from industry professionals, the center will include fully equipped training bays for carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, welding, and 3D design—giving students practical exposure to real tools, real challenges, and real opportunities.

Your donation directly supports construction costs, equipment, and program development—ensuring we can open the doors to this vital resource as soon as possible. Every gift, large or small, helps lay the foundation for a stronger future—one where young people have the skills to succeed and local businesses have the workforce they need to thrive.

Together, we can bridge the gap between potential and opportunity. Thank you for believing in this mission.

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities

Support the Skilled Trades Education Center through impactful sponsorship opportunities. All sponsors receive recognition on the Center’s donor wall, in annual reports, and on the Council’s website. Select sponsorship levels include additional naming and visibility benefits.

Naming Opportunities

• Building Sponsor – $350,000+ (one available)
  Includes full naming rights for the Center, prominent signage, a dedicated entrance plaque, and recognition in all marketing and official materials.

• Main Hall Sponsor – $200,000 (SOLD)

• Classroom Sponsor – $100,000+ (six available)
  Provides naming rights for instructional spaces, with signage at each classroom and additional recognition in educational materials.

• Outdoor Classroom Sponsor – $50,000+ (one available)
  Sponsors a green space or outdoor learning area, with a dedicated plaque and visibility at the site.

Instructional & Equipment Support

• Tool Station Sponsor – $20,000+ (six available)
  Supports equipment in a specific trade area. Includes station signage and ongoing recognition.
  

• Program Sponsor – $10,000+ (multiple available)
  Provides funding for skilled instructors and training across all trades. Naming options available.
  

• Safety Gear Sponsor – $10,000+ (one available)
  Supports protective gear for students, with sponsor recognition in the storage area and student orientation materials.

• Material Sponsor – $5,000+ (multiple available)
  Supports the purchase of essential instructional supplies on a monthly basis.

• Bench or Work Table Sponsor – $2,500+ (multiple available)
  Provides named recognition on individual workbenches or tables within workshops.
  
  

If you are interested in sponsoring this exciting project, please contact Brian Battaglia, Skilled Trades Education Program Director, at (330) 773-0415 or Brian.Battaglia@Scouting.org.