Community Grants
Outreach Grant Application will open January 1st.
We proudly support local community outreach initiatives that introduce and educate young people about the many opportunities within the construction industry.
Building the
Next Generation
We support local community outreach initiatives that educate young people about the benefits of a career in construction. The programs serve a range of ages, from grade-school students to adults. We provide more than just funds — we also deploy volunteers who share collective insights about the industry and make introductions for those interested in entering the field.
Meet Our
Grant Recipients.
At the 2026 Spring Fling, we announced 21 winners who will receive a total of $172,365 in grants, funding that is made possible by the combined generosity of four key sources: the Spirit of Construction Outreach Fund, the Elsa Heisel Sule Foundation, the Spirit of Construction Endowment Fund, and the Spirit of Construction’s Emerging Leaders. Together, these funding partners helped support these 21 nonprofits advancing construction education, workforce development, and hands‑on learning across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
Endowment-Funded
Career Initiatives.
Additional funding was awarded to the following non-profits through the Spirit of Construction Endowment, created to support construction career initiatives (college scholarships, workforce development, construction outreach programs) and funded by generous donors.
Big Impact Investments
Workforce Initiatives
Spirit of Construction unveiled an ambitious vision in 2023 with the launch of the Big Impact donor pledge. Through this initiative, each Big Impact sponsor contributes $25,000 to strengthen the future of the construction industry by opening doors for talented young people from diverse and underserved communities. Together, Big Impact donors are driving change and helping close the skilled trade gap in our region.
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