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AWI Academic
Initiatives
Fortifying the Future of the
Woodworking Industry
AWI is dedicated to empowering the woodworking industry by addressing the industry’s talent gap. With up to $100,000 in annual grants and a carefully developed curriculum, we aim to help more students recognize the value and fulfillment of a woodworking career.
Our driving force for these initiatives is clear:
The future of the woodworking industry depends on the next generation
of woodworkers, and AWI is prepared to invest in them.
Initiatives for Building a Strong
Woodworking Academia
Our initiatives include providing access to industry-leading resources and grants, helping educators inspire and equip aspiring woodworkers with the tools they need to advance and succeed in the industry.?
AWI Curriculum
AWI is proud to present a 3-year wood curriculum developed for grades 9-12 career pathway completers that will be available to schools at no cost.
AWIEF Grants for Teachers
AWI’s Education Foundation offers grants to educators and institutions, empowering them to foster continuous learning and excellence as they prepare the next generation of woodworkers.
AWIEF Scholarships
We also offer much-needed financial support and resources to help aspiring woodworkers pursue a thriving woodworking career.
You Wood Career Awareness Campaign
AWI is a leader in WIRC’s YouWood campaign which aims to expand the industry’s talent pool by promoting the value and opportunities found in the wood industry.
The YouWood website features profiles of high-demand positions, woodworking schools and scholarships, industry information, and upcoming events for job seekers and employers.
AWI IS (Industry Solutions)
To supplement education and workforce preparation, students can enroll in online wood courses on AWI IS.
Our learning platform offers in-depth and customizable courses, complete with knowledge-based industry credentialing at a reasonable fee.
What Our Members Say
Being an AWI member has kept us in touch with our architectural woodworking customers. This connection...
Brandon Bingham
Monarch Metal, Inc.
AWI has improved our company in many ways. We have increased industry knowledge and professionalism through...
Luke Remmert
Remmert & Company
Everything from taking seminars to Family gatherings and everything in between is a asset for my company...
Paul Eichenlaub
Pinetree Architectural Millwork
Fuel the Future of Woodworking Excellence
As an educator, you have the opportunity to advance woodworking excellence in your institution and ignite your student's passion for the craft by:
Applying for Grants
Secure funding for state-of-the-art equipment, technology, and facility improvements to enhance students' educational experience.
Raising Awareness About Scholarships
Encourage promising students to apply for scholarships and sponsorships, ensuring that financial barriers don’t stand in the way of their success.
Utilizing Industry-Leading Teaching Resources
Incorporate comprehensive programs, such as AWI’s 3-year woodworking curriculum, to provide a well-rounded education.
Staying Current with Industry Trends
Apply for an AWI membership to keep up with the latest woodworking trends, best practices, and upcoming events to enrich your teaching and relay to students.
Lead the Way in Shaping?
Tomorrow’s Woodworking Leaders
Partner with AWI to ignite the passion for?
woodworking excellence in your students
woodworking excellence in your students
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