Building Virginia's Future Workforce
Through scholarships, grants, and workforce development programs, the HBAV Education Foundation invests in the next generation of skilled construction professionals — from high school trades programs to four-year engineering degrees.
$211k
Invested in Workforce Programs since 2018
$57k
In Grants Distributed for 2026
$37k
Raised on Giving Tuesday 2025
$160k
Endowment at Virginia Tech for Trades Education
Education. Labor Force.
Our Industry's Future.
Through Virginia’s regional home builders associations, school systems, community colleges, universities, and other similar institutions, the HBAV Education Foundation provides funding and scholarships to advance education and build the home building industry’s labor force and knowledge across the Commonwealth.
The HBAV Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that relies solely on tax-deductible donations from supporters like you.
2026 Grant Recipients
Through generous member support, the Foundation distributed $57,000 in grants to six programs across Virginia in 2026 — exposing students to trades, funding competitions, and expanding career pathways in residential construction.
CATEC Scholarships and NextGen Skilled Trades Day
This year's funding will be split equally between scholarships at the Charlottesville Area Technical Education Center (CATEC) and the NextGen Skilled Trades Day, helping both current students and those exploring career pathways.
Students · Career PathwaysExpansion of CORE construction training program
The Roanoke-based organization was awarded funding to expand its CORE construction training program, equipping students with industry-recognized credentials. This includes Level 1 trade courses that open pathways in fields like electrical, HVAC and carpentry.
CredentialingEnhancing hands-on learning through construction education zones
This grant provides hands-on learning through the creation of construction education zones, including framing, roofing, and stair-building stations
Supporting the Student Competition Team for the International Builders’ Show
Supports the school’s NAHB student competition team as they prepare to compete at the International Builders’ Show.
Expanding partnerships with the Hampton Roads Workforce Council
Strengthens and expands curriculum and promotes high-demand careers in the trades
Integrating engineering standards into skilled trades education
Providing students with deeper training in code compliance and real-world construction practices
Classroom Microgrant and Apprenticeship Connections Programs
The classroom microgrant program supports construction-related projects and the apprenticeship connections program links students with employers.
Hands-On Construction Programs
Supporting programs in Fairfax County where students build a full-scale home while learning multiple trades.
Supporting students competing in the SkillsUSA state competition
Supporting students at Valley Career & Technical center attending the SkillsUSA state competition through coverage of travel costs. This grant reduces financial barriers to participation.
Scholarship Programs
The Foundation maintains two permanent endowments at Virginia Tech's Myers-Lawson School of Construction, creating lasting support for the next generation of construction industry leaders.
HBAV Virginia Tech Memorial Scholarship
This permanent endowment gives priority to HBAV members, their employees, and their families, and stands as a long-lasting beacon of support from the home building industry in Virginia, advancing the goal of creating future leaders in our industry.
Home Builders Association of Virginia Memorial Scholarship
This endowment was started in 2007 as a memorial to students and faculty who lost their lives on the Blacksburg campus in April of 2007. During the memorial campaign, HBAV and the HBAV Education Foundation raised over $160,000, securing this scholarship as an endowment supporting the future leaders of our industry.
Seen & Heard Across Virginia
From scholarship ceremonies to trade day events, SkillsUSA competitions to the Builders Summit — our programs are making a visible difference statewide.
Workforce & Foundation News
Blueprint of Impact
Blueprint is HBAV's official magazine — connecting Virginia's home building community with industry news, member spotlights, legislative updates, and workforce development stories. Available digitally to all members.
Each issue features in-depth coverage of the trends shaping residential construction in Virginia, from emerging technologies to regulatory changes affecting builders across the Commonwealth.
Invest in Virginia's
Next Generation
Your gift to the HBAV Education Foundation directly supports scholarships, workforce development grants, and career pathways for the next generation of Virginia's building professionals. Every dollar stays in Virginia.
Every gift is recognized — choose your level of impact.
- Friend of the Foundation $500+
- Silver Supporter $2,500+
- Gold Supporter $5,000+
- Cornerstone $10,000+
- Legacy Society $25,000+