Program Applications and Important Dates

The IEC Foundation is offering discounted access for IEC Chapters to purchase and experience the New Worker Curriculum through the IEC Training Advantage bookstore.

This curriculum includes a 15-module course and retails for $550.

• IEC Chapters that participated in the National Student Challenge are eligible to purchase the curriculum and receive full reimbursement of the cost.
• Chapters that did not participate in the National Student Challenge may apply for reimbursement of up to 50% of the total cost by submitting proof of payment.
  

If you have any questions, please contact the IEC Foundation at
‍info@iec-foundation.org

With proceeds from the Home Depot Rewards Program, our Board has voted to provide funding supporting the development of new and existing chapters. Each chapter development grant will be evaluated by the IEC Foundation Board of Trustees based on the purpose and scope of the project, chapter needs assessment and availability of funds.

This grant is available to assist both new and existing chapters with funds for chapter development. These grants can be used for activities or tangible items that help to grow and develop the chapter.  Grant funds cannot be used for wages of any type. Some examples of grant request items are website development, chapter event funding, and travel and registration expenses for trainings and conferences. Chapters are not limited to the examples listed for grant requests.

• New chapters (in existence 3 years or less) can apply for a maximum of $5,000.00.
• Existing chapters can apply for maximum amounts as follows:
• $1,000.00 maximum for large chapters (75 or more members)
• $2,000.00 maximum for medium chapters (26 to 75 members)
• $3,000.00 for the smaller chapters (25 or less members)
  

The IECF will work closely with the IEC Regional Directors in determining chapters with the greatest needs.

Priority will be given to newly established and smaller chapters.

With proceeds from the Home Depot Rewards Program, IECF provides funding supporting the development and improvement of IEC training centers’ labs and classrooms. The intent of this grant is to upgrade the educational experience of both apprentices and continuing education attendees. Funding is intended to be a resource outside of normal operations and the IECF equipment grant program. Some examples of grant request items are furniture, paint, carpet, electronics, classroom equipment and computers. Chapters are not limited to the examples listed for grant requests.

• Chapters can apply for the grant on an annual basis. Chapters will be able to apply based on size and need (chapters who generate less revenue will be prioritized for awards).
• Chapters who were awarded in the previous year will be required to have a site visit, in order to apply for the following year’s RFP cycle.
  

There are three levels of awards:

• $4,000.00 maximum for large chapters (75 or more members)
• $8,000.00 maximum for medium chapters (26 to 75 members)
• $12,000.00 for the smaller chapters (25 members or less).
  

The IECF will work closely with the IEC Regional Directors in determining chapters with the greatest needs. Our goal is to announce winners by Mid-May 2026. Priority will be given to smaller chapters attempting to put in or upgrade their labs/classrooms, however, all chapters are welcome to apply for grant money.

The 2026 Equipment and Training Grant Program is made possible through the generous support of our corporate sponsors. During the equipment grant cycle, participating chapters may request equipment and training for the following categories:

• Training 
• Training Aids
• Tools & Equipment