The purpose of the Washington Home Builders Foundation is to support and elevate programs that provide building-related education and provide opportunities to students pursuing careers in the building industry.

About

The Washington Home Builders Foundation (WHBF) was founded in 2012 by the Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) as a way to address educational and workforce needs within the building industry through charitable activities.

Purpose: We exist to educate, train, and grow the construction workforce to establish careers, build more homes, and foster hope for generations to come.

Mission: We open doors to construction careers by providing hands-on training, industry-recognized credentials, and direct connections to employers.

Vision: A thriving construction workforce where opportunity is expanded, skilled professionals are in high demand, and communities are built stronger through meaningful careers.

Ways to Give

One-time Donation

Donate any amount to the Foundation with a credit or debit card. The Washington Home Builders Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable organization as classified by the Internal Revenue Code. All contributions are eligible for charitable tax deductions. EIN: 46-0667648

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BIAW Swag and Education Courses

Did you know that when you purchase apparel from the BIAW Swag Shop or attend BIAW classes, a portion of your purchase or registration fees to to support the WHBF?

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Monthly Contributions

Want to make an annual impact gradually throughout the year? Set up a monthly billing program or schedule autopayments from your account directly to the Foundation account.

For $200 a month, you can fully support one student’s scholarship or one organization’s grant.

Planned Giving

Planned giving, also known as legacy giving, allows you to make arrangements to donate a portion of your assets or estate to the Foundation upon your passing.

Benefits of planning giving include tax beneftis, legacy recognition and long-term impact on the WHBF’s vision.

Contact BIAW General Counsel Ashli Penner at ashlip@biaw.com to receive more information on consulting legal, financial and tax professionals to ensure your wishes are accurately documented and fulfilled according to relevant laws and regulations.

Our funding makes a difference in both the lives and individuals and communities.

Your support helps fund scholarships, grants, and the BuildStrong Academy of Pierce County, opening doors for students to build meaningful careers and give back to their communities.

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Invest in the Next Generation of Builders

The BuildStrong Academy of Pierce County powered by HBI (Formerly CTTA) equips future builders with hands-on skills and career pathways in residential construction. Your support helps provide hands-on training, tools, and mentorship to students pursuing rewarding careers in residential construction—empowering them with skills that last a lifetime.

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Our current donors who help support our workforce development efforts

BuildStrong Circle ($100,000+)

Robert W. Camp

Building Industry Association of Washington

BIAW Member Services Corporation

Blueprint Partners ($50,000 - $99,999)

Anonymous Benefactor

Dick Rokes

City of Tacoma

Workforce Benefactors ($20,000-$49,999)

Truist Foundation

Trades Champions ($5,000 - $19,999)

Andrew Northrop

Bill Stordahl

Cascade Custom Homes

Dereck Nelson

Greg & Sarah Lane

Pacific Crest Cabinets

Scott Walker

Stordahl Capital Management

Troy Schmeil

Wing Walker Aerial

Zak Parpia

Jordyn Hettick
Joesph Irons
Joshua Hosford
Juli Bacon
Justin Brown
Justin Reed
Justin Fiess
Justine Boole
Kathleen Frazer
Katie LaPoint
Keith Dashofy
Kent Arola
Kevin Russel
Kevin & Rebecca Patrick
Kiel Scharbach
Kim Howes
Kim Sariego
Kimberley Martin
KMAS Radio
Kurt Wilson
Larson Gross
Lisa Grose
Lizanne Coker
Luellen Smith
Madeleine Pelson
Maesun Dier-Markley
Matt Graupner
Matt Willard
Matt Clarkson
Megan Fiess
Mike Appleby
Nate Burgher
Niamh Prosser
Nick Barnes
Nick Gilliland
Olympia Golf & Country Club
Patricia Hart
Patrick Hanks
Puget Sound Steel
Print NW
Rachel Trice
Raelle Vitali
Redline Services Group
REgence
Riley Helean
Robin Fiess
Ryan Hart
Ryan Moore
Ryan Gillis
Sabrina Arrants
Seattle Mariners
Shelley O'dell
Spokane Hardware Supply
Stellar Cellars
Steve Hyer
Suncadia Resort
Teresa Spangler
Terryl Ross
The Pearl Bar & Grill
Thomas Broxson
Tod Sakai
Todd McKittrick
Tony Laer
Tori Riddle
Tracy Doriot
Tram Bowen
Tristan Willard
Trotter & Morton
Tyler Haase
Wendy Johnson
Westharbor Homes
Workforce Central
Yonkman Construction
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Ways to Give

One-time Donation

BIAW Swag and Education Courses

Monthly Contributions

Planned Giving

Invest in the Next Generation of Builders

Academy Friends (up to $4,999)