The Association of Equipment Manufacturers is issuing five $10,000 grants to non-profit organizations who partner with AEM member companies and/or their distribution networks to cultivate the next generation of the equipment industry’s workforce as part of the organization’s 125th anniversary celebration.
“AEM is passionate about paving the way for future professionals and continuing to build momentum for our robust industry and we believe that this is a phenomenal way to do so,” said Julie Davis, director of workforce development at AEM. “Additionally, it also allows AEM to give back to some of those who have helped the industry grow into what it is today.”
An AEM Next Gen Grant Program Nominee:
- Is a 501(c)(3) organization
- Is engaged in outreach towards a K-12 audience and engaged with an AEM member company, or has plans to engage with an AEM member company, as part of their outreach.
- has an existing relationship with an educational organization.
- Is engaged in outreach at the national, state, and/or local levels.
Nominations for grant recipients may be submitted by employees of AEM member companies.