TechForce Foundation, NTHS Collaborate to Improve Technical Students’ Career Readiness and Education Success
The collaboration equips students and educators with resources for education and career success, including two $2,500 scholarships and a comprehensive career portal
May 20, 2025—PHOENIX, AZ and FLAT ROCK, NC—Leading skilled trade nonprofits TechForce Foundation and National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) today announced a collaboration focused on building the next generation of technicians. This collaboration provides students with resources and critical scholarship support to excel in their technical education and successfully transition to the skilled technician workforce. NTHS and TechForce celebrated the agreement with two $2,500 scholarships funded by NTHS and administered by TechForce.
The nonprofit-to-nonprofit partnership will connect students to educational resources and career opportunities. TechForce champions students through their education and into technician careers with resources including training content, scholarships and grants, industry connections, and career opportunities made available in the TechForce network. NTHS is the premier honor society celebrating excellence in career and technical education, dedicated to recognizing student achievement and supporting members with resources throughout their educational and professional journeys.
“This collaborative agreement amplifies the impact of both our organizations,” said Jennifer Maher, TechForce Foundation CEO. “TechForce is eager to connect NTHS’s members with our career building resources, and prepare students for real world success in their education and career goals. TechForce is committed to supporting the next generation of technicians at every step of their journey. With partners like NTHS, TechForce inspires students to pursue technical education, supports them through their education, and helps them connect with successful technician careers, so that their communities thrive.”
Peyton Holland, NTHS Executive Director added, “At NTHS, we believe that recognizing and supporting students in their technical education journey is essential to building a stronger, more skilled workforce. Our collaboration with TechForce Foundation helps us move forward in that mission. By connecting our members with the TechForce network and resources, and TechForce encouraging participation in NTHS, we’re opening doors for students to gain not only recognition, but also the real-world skills and opportunities they need to thrive in their careers.”
The NTHS Scholarship is open in TechForce through June 30, 2025. NTHS members can find the application through their NTHS portal by following the instructions on NTHS.org/TechForce/. NTHS members who complete TechForce’s general scholarship application by the deadline will be considered. For detailed instructions on how to apply, visit NTHS.org/TechForce/.
About TechForce Foundation
TechForce Foundation is a national nonprofit, 501(c)(3) with the mission to champion all students to and through their education and into careers as professional technicians. TechForce powers the technician workforce by awarding more than $6 million in scholarships and grants annually to financially disadvantaged students; changes perceptions towards this evolving, ‘new collar’ STEM career; and provides local career exploration and workforce development programming. TechForce’s online network of students, working technicians, instructors, employers, industry professionals and enthusiasts is the conduit through which the charity delivers its free resources for the benefit of aspiring technicians. For more information, visit techforce.org. Follow us on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X and Linkedin.
About the National Technical Honor Society
The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) is the honor society for Career and Technical Education (CTE), serving high schools, career centers, community & technical colleges, and universities across the U.S. NTHS celebrates student achievement, promotes educational excellence, and champions the skilled workforce of tomorrow. With over 100,000 active members annually and over $300,000 awarded in scholarships each year, NTHS is committed to elevating the perception of CTE and empowering students through recognition, leadership, service, and career development. For more information, visit nths.org or follow NTHS on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter).
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