OUR PROGRAMS
Texas Industrial Workforce Foundation helps remove the financial and practical barriers that can keep Texans from entering skilled-trade careers. Our programs provide support for training, tools, certifications, career guidance, and workforce entry.
- Training that leads to careers
- Support that removes barriers
- Pathways connected to employers
OUR CORE PROGRAMS
TRAINING &
TUITION
Support for trade-school tuition, technical training, and workforce preparation.
TOOLS & WORK
ESSENTIALS
Assistance with tools, PPE, equipment, and other essentials needed to start work.
CERTIFICATIONS &
CREDENTIALS
Support for industry-recognized certifications and credentials that lead to employment.
COACHING & CAREER GUIDANCE
Career planning, job-readiness support, resume help, interview preparation, and one-on-one guidance.
BARRIER-REMOVAL SUPPORT
Help with transportation, childcare, workwear, and other practical needs that can prevent training or employment.
PLACEMENT SUPPORT THROUGH TIWA
Employer connections, job matching, and workforce-entry support through Texas Industrial Workforce Alliance.
ADDITIONAL FOCUS AREAS
VETERANS & MILITARY FAMILIES
Helping veterans and families enter trade careers.
RURAL WORKFORCE ACCESS
Expanding rural access to training and jobs.
NEXT GENERATION TRADES
Introducing young people to skilled-trade careers.
WOMEN IN THE TRADES
Supporting women entering skilled-trade careers.
SECOND-CHANCE PATHWAYS
Helping returning citizens build skills and careers.
HOW PROGRAM SUPPORT WORKS
1
Apply for Support
Submit a request for training, tools, credentials, or other workforce support.
2
Needs Are Reviewed
TIWF reviews the request, eligibility, and the support that may be available.
3
Decision & Matching
Approved assistance is matched to the participant’s specific workforce need.
4
Training & Preparation
Participants complete training, earn credentials, or receive needed work essentials.
5
Workforce Connection
TIWF and its partners help connect participants with employment opportunities.
WHO CAN TIWF HELP?
TIWF supports Texans at different stages of their workforce journey, from entering the trades to overcoming barriers and advancing into better opportunities. TIWF may be a fit for those who are:
STARTING A SKILLED-TRADE CAREER
For students, young adults, career changers, and others looking for a clear path into skilled trades and industrial careers.
OVERCOMING A BARRIER TO WORK
For individuals who need help with training costs, tools, PPE, transportation, credentials, or other obstacles keeping them from moving forward.
ADVANCING INTO BETTER OPPORTUNITIES
For workers who need additional training, certifications, coaching, or connections to move into stronger, higher-paying career opportunities.