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Tool Grant

Tool Grant

Qualifications

Age Requirement

  • Applicants must be between 16–19 years old.

Career Interest

  • Must demonstrate serious interest in pursuing a career in the construction trades (e.g., carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.).
  • Educational/Training Status (choose one or both).
  • Currently enrolled in a high school trade program, vocational school, technical college, or registered apprenticeship
  • OR
  • Accepted into or applying for a certified construction trade program or pre-apprenticeship.

Application Essay or Statement

Submit a brief statement (e.g., 250 words) about:
  • Why you want to pursue a trade career
  • How you plan to use the tool grant.
  • Your future goals in the construction industry.

Reference or Recommendation

  • One reference letter from a teacher, employer, mentor, or trade instructor (optional but adds credibility).

Financial Need Statement

  • Briefly describe financial need or lack of access to tools/resources.

Tool List / Budget Plan

  • Provide a basic list of tools you plan to purchase with the grant (can be general or specific).

Commitment Agreement

  • Agree to use the grant solely for purchasing tools related to your construction trade career.

Residency Requirement

  • Must reside in Idaho.

Tools for Teens - $500 Tool Grant Application

Applicant Information
What specific trade in the construction industry are you pursuing?
In 250 words or less, explain why you are interested in a construction trade career, how you plan to use this tool grant, and what your future goals are in the industry.
What trade career are you currently pursuing? (Check all that apply or write in your specific trade)
Tool List / Budget Plan
Trade School or Company Reference
Financial Need Statement
Parent/Guardian Contact Information (if under 18)
Commitment Agreement:
I confirm that all information provided is accurate and that, if selected, I will use the grant solely for purchasing tools to support my construction trade career.