TThe Trades InitiativeA nonprofit
Opportunity begins here

Free help getting started
in the skilled trades.

A service to help people find paid training and support to their first paycheck.

Get Into TradesFor partners
Pilot in development
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From "where do I start?"
to a plan you can follow.

See how we help
  1. 01

    Find a path

    Explore paid training that fits your goals.

    Step 1
  2. 02

    Prepare to apply

    Understand requirements and organize applications.

    Step 2
  3. 03

    Address barriers

    Find support for verified barriers.

    Step 3
  4. 04

    Start and stay on track

    Get support through your first paycheck.

    Step 4

Ambition isn't
the missing piece.

Requirements, paperwork, and upfront costs can stand between ambition and opportunity. We're building a clearer way forward.

Register interest
01For workersYour goals. A clearer next step.02For partnersHelp candidates arrive ready to apply.
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Technology with a human purpose

Better tools.
People at the center.

AI helps organize research and applications. People verify opportunities, guide complex cases, and approve any grants.

Clarity

Know the steps

Preparation

Apply ready

Follow-through

To first paycheck

Your next chapter

Good work starts
with a next step.

Register pilot interest