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Year-End Giving 2025

November 12, 2025

Construct the Future with Us

At the Carolinas AGC Foundation, we’re building more than careers, we’re building futures. Every gift fuels hands-on training through Construction Bootcamps, scholarships that remove barriers to education, mentorships that guide emerging leaders, and outreach that inspires the next generation to discover their path in construction. Your support today strengthens North and South Carolina’s workforce, empowers students, and ensures that tomorrow’s builders, innovators, and leaders have the tools they need to succeed. As a registered 501(c)(3), your contributions are tax-deductible and directly foster growth, resilience, and opportunity within the industry. 

Where Your Gift Goes:
  • Construction Bootcamp: Short-term, hands-on training programs that equip participants with essential skills, certifications, and experience for entry-level construction roles.
  • Construction Business Academy (CBA): Focuses on developing business and leadership skills for small business owners and MWBE firms in construction.
  • Scholarships: Supports students pursuing trades education, allowing them to gain credentials while minimizing debt.
  • Education & Lane the Loader™: Lane the Loader ™ program provides and distributes construction-themed books to young students in libraries, classrooms, and hospitals, sparking early interest in construction careers.
  • Carolinas AGC Foundation High School Chapters: Connects students with the commercial construction industry and provide real-world career exploration opportunities.
  • Business Work-Based Learning (BWBL) Grant: ARPA-funded Business Work-Based Learning (BWBL) Grant, a targeted investment to strengthen North Carolina’s small and micro commercial construction businesses. 

The CAGC High School Chapter is already making an impact!
After our needs were highlighted in the latest CAGC Foundation newsletter, Hodgin Construction generously donated 15 sheets of plywood to support our program. This partnership is a wonderful example of how CAGC connects students and educators with industry support and resources that make hands-on learning possible.
– Ed Newins, Jr., CTE/NCCER Instructor, Southern Guilford High School (CAGC High School Chapter)

Student & Alumni Success Stories:


“I was part of the Construction Bootcamp at Catawba Valley Community College, and I feel the most valuable part of the bootcamp was working on-site with others and learning on the job, especially with a hands-on career. The on-site experience also allowed for connections and communication with others where I'd learn about the industry more than I'd already known.”
— Joshua S. Catterton, Bootcamp Graduate

“Receiving a CAGC Foundation scholarship helped me turn my passion for building into a career. Starting out working with my grandfather’s pool construction business and later earning degrees in welding, construction technology, and construction management, I was able to graduate from East Carolina University debt-free. That financial support, combined with hands-on field experience, opened the door to my current role with T.A. Loving Company. To future scholarship recipients, I’d say this: you’ll get out of your career what you put into it. The CAGC Foundation truly helps build futures in construction.”
— Ethan Houston, Scholarship Recipient & Assistant Project Manager, T.A. Loving Company

“The Construction Business Academy expanded our vision and productivity. It gave us tools to reach new heights and express our goals with confidence.”
— Gerald Carr, Carr Builders & Associates

How to Give:

You can help Construct the Future by making a secure, tax-deductible donation today: GIVE NOW

Other ways to support:
Corporate Matching Gifts: Encourage your company to double your impact.
In-Kind or Program Sponsorships: Support scholarships, Bootcamps, or Lane the Loader™ outreach directly.
Monthly Giving: Become a Foundation Builder with recurring support.

Together, we can close the skills gap, grow the next generation of construction professionals, and ensure our industry, and our communities, continue to thrive. Every donation, every story, and every student success helps us construct the future—one gift at a time. See below to learn more about each of our initiatives. 

Education & Lane the Loader™


CAGC Foundation fuels Lane the Loader™  across the Carolinas with construction-themed books. Our supporters choose which books, how many and the destination - schools, libraries, or even children's hospitals for Lane to deliver with their custom dedicated label inside. We’re excited to also offer 'Lane the Loader™ Lends a Helping Scoop' is now available on Amazon .

Construction Bootcamp

The CAGC Construction Bootcamp (CBC) is a free 8 – 10 week program providing training and mentorship for individuals seeking a well-paying and rewarding career in construction. The program prepares students to transition into immediate job placement, higher level skilled trades programs, apprenticeships, internships, and degree programs while learning industry essentials*. The CBC was developed for minorities, women, veterans, disabled, justice-involved and disadvantaged youth but is available for anyone. Skills taught include: hands on training with tools and equipment, NCCER Credential, OSHA 10 Certification, CPR/First Aid Certification, soft skills training and more.

By the numbers: Since beginning, over 235 students have enrolled in bootcamp programs across the state.

Success Story: One student tried to find a job in the construction industry before the program. Although he had the desire, he found he did not have enough experience and was turned away.  He learned about the program and reached back out to a local company and CAGC member. They allowed him to job shadow/work one day a week while in the program.  He did so well, they offered him a full-time role at the end of the bootcamp. He is now thriving in his new role and is beyond thankful for the construction bootcamp opportunity. 

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Construction Business Academy

The Construction Business Academy is a business development program designed to strengthen minority, disadvantaged and women owned businesses to ensure their sustainability and growth. Through a combination of targeted training, hands-on resources, and expert guidance, participants will learn how to streamline operations, leverage technology, and maximize assets to achieve their business goals.  The Construction Business Academy empowers it's students to make strategic investments that drive efficiency, productivity, and ultimately, profits.  

By the numbers: Our students see on average; a 53% increase in projected revenue, 50% increase in the number of their employees, and New Project Revenue total of $2.15 million.

Success Story: “Going through the CAGC Business Academy has been amazing! I’ve met so many new people in the minority business community and have worked with a few of them since our cohort. Because of this class, my business reaches a broader audience and has more visibility. We have also gained more knowledge and internal support from an operating standpoint because of the topic discussions in class. The program was well thought out with the business owner in my mind.” -  Melody Compton, Construction Business Academy Graduate, Purified Pros

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Scholarships

Thanks to CAGC's Annual Golf Tournament, thousands are awarded to students who are entering the commercial construction industry. A total of $20,000 ($8,000 more than in past years) was awarded to 8 students in 2025, view recipients here.

Success Story: “Receiving a CAGC Foundation scholarship helped me turn my passion for building into a career. Starting out working with my grandfather’s pool construction business and later earning degrees in welding, construction technology, and construction management, I was able to graduate from East Carolina University debt-free. That financial support—combined with hands-on field experience—opened the door to my current role with T.A. Loving Company. To future scholarship recipients, I’d say this: you’ll get out of your career what you put into it. The CAGC Foundation truly helps build futures in construction.”  - Ethan Houston, Assistant Project Manager, T.A. Loving Company | CAGC Foundation Scholarship Recipient

 
 

CAGC High School Student Chapters

 

The Carolinas AGC Foundation High School Chapters connect students with the commercial construction industry and provide real-world career exploration opportunities. Learn more and find a participating school near you here.

 
 

Business Work-Based Learning (BWBL) Grant

The Carolinas AGC Foundation is proud to administer the ARPA-funded Business Work-Based Learning (BWBL) Grant—a targeted investment to strengthen North Carolina’s small and micro commercial construction businesses. This invitation-only program was designed with employers at the center, offering customized financial support, workforce training, and hiring incentives. By reducing risk, opening doors to new talent, and building employee skills, the BWBL Grant helps small contractors expand opportunities today while building a stronger, more sustainable workforce for the future.

Success Story: "Thank you so much for sharing this incredible news! We’re truly honored that Triangle Trade Professionals has been selected as a recipient of the Business Work-Based Learning (BWBL) Grant. This opportunity means a lot to us. We’re genuinely excited to continue building our workforce, expanding training for our team, and contributing to the growth of North Carolina’s construction industry… Thank you again for your trust, support, and partnership. We’re truly grateful and can’t wait to get started! " Joel Verley, President - Triangle Trade Professionals

 

Education & Training at CAGC

📚 CAGC Foundation Education & Training  Offerings:
  • Lunch and Learns: Bite-sized, impactful learning over lunch.
  • Safety Classes: Essential skills to keep your team safe and compliant.
  • Management Courses: Lead with confidence and expertise.
  • NCLBGC Courses: Stay current with the latest guidelines and best practices.
  • High School Student Chapters: Provides students with hands-on access to the commercial construction industry through membership in AGC Student Chapters.
  • ...and More!

Berry Jenkins Memorial Work Zone Safety Fund

Financial Assistance for Families Affected by Work Zone Safety
Berry was known for his kind personality, dry and witty sense of humor, passion for golf, and deep knowledge and commitment to the transportation construction industry. Berry’s many accomplishments included helping secure billions of dollars in infrastructure funding, as well as improving and maintaining the interactive relationships with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NC DOT) on multiple levels.