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Washington Home Builders Foundation
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.
Our Mission: We work to empower and inspire the next generation of builders by advancing building-related education, unlocking academic opportunities and career possibilities while fostering a culture of innovation, enthusiasm, and excellence in the building industry.
Our Vision: We strive to be a leading organization that transforms the building industry. We envision a future where every individual has access to quality education, training, and resources necessary to thrive in the ever-evolving building industry, ultimately leading to sustainable and resilient communities
Scholarships
We provide scholarships to students who have demonstrated a passion and commitment to developing a career in the home building industry.
Who Should Apply?
- Washington state residents only
- Students who will be applying to any Washington state accredited community, vocational/technical college, or university
- Students who can demonstrate a need for additional funding to complete their programs in construction industry-related fields of study
Application Deadline and Notification
All applications must be submitted by April 6, 2026. The selection committee plans to make its decision in early June. All applicants will be mailed notice of their final status shortly after decisions are made.
Apply For scholarships
Applications will reopen in February 2027.
2026 Scholarship Recipients
Jaden Allison
Carpenters Training Center
Carpentry Apprenticeship
Leticia Ramirez-Espinoza
Bellingham Technical College
Welding
Evan Sturdivant
University of Washington
Engineering - UW Civil/Mechanical
Molly Malone
Washington State University
Civil Engineering
Conner Banta
Gonzaga University
Mechanical Engineering
Bryan Sheedy
Washington State University
Construction Management
Grants
We offer grants to organizations with programs in construction-related fields of study, residential construction career training, continuing education, apprenticeship, and skills assessment services, and technical training programs educating tomorrow’s home builders.
Who Should Apply?
Organizations requesting funding for programs in a construction industry-related field of study (including but not limited to: construction career training, continuing education, apprenticeship programs, skills assessment programs).
Funding Grant Deadline and Notification
All applications must be submitted by April 6, 2026. The selection committee plans to make its decision in early June. All applicants will be mailed notice of their final status shortly after decisions are made.
Apply for GrantsApplications will reopen in February 2027.
2026 Grant Recipients
- South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC)
- Residential Construction Academy
- Community Works/Puget Sound Voyaging Society
- Quilcene School District Construction Trades Program
- Kitsap Building Association Foundation – Builder Grant Program
Local home building association scholarships and grants
Local building industry associations across Washington offer scholarships and grants to support trade education in their communities. Deadlines vary.
Open to Clark County students pursuing a career in the building industry.
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Open to students seeking education related to the homebuilding industry and a special scholarship for women seeking education and training.
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Provides paid internship opportunities in the home construction industry, focusing on carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting & coating and HVAC.
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Open to college or vocational/technical school-bound students, who currently intend to pursue studies leading to a career in the building industry.
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Provides up to $2,500 to college or vocational/technical school-bound students, currently residing within Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pacific or Grays Harbor counties
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Open to BIAWC member company owners or employees and their families pursuing post-secondary education.
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Offers scholarships to members and their employees in the Tri-Cities and Walla Walla areas.
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Applicants must be pursuing a degree by taking multiple courses in a field of study that enhances their education and benefits the building trades.
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The Cliff Tanasse Scholarship Fund, managed by the CWHBA Foundation, is crucial in advancing our mission to promote sustainable building practices across Washington state. This fund is a testament to our ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of professionals who will lead the way in responsible and innovative construction.
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Other Scholarship Opportunities
Washington Award for Vocational Excellence
Open to students graduating from high school who completed (or are in the process of completing) their second course in a single career and technical education program.
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Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarships
Open to high school seniors, graduates or GED graduates enrolled in or planning to enroll in an approved trade program at an accredited two-year college, vocational or technical school, or other approved trade program.
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Washington Home Builders Foundation
Empower and inspire the next generation of builders by advancing building-related education, unlocking academic opportunities and career possibilities while fostering a culture of innovation, and excellence in the building industry.
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