IKEfest Trades Initiative Fund

The demand for skilled trades is growing, making comprehensive education and training programs essential. Practical, hands-on training helps students develop the necessary skills to perform tasks accurately and safely under the guidance of experienced professionals. Supporting trades education offers several benefits:

  • Competitive Wages and Benefits: Skilled trades jobs often provide attractive earnings and benefits.
  • Earn While You Learn: Many trades offer apprenticeships that combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction.
  • High Job Security: The essential nature of skilled trades means professionals often enjoy stable employment, even during economic downturns.

 

The fund enhances New Berlin Eisenhower's Career & Technical Education curriculum, offering students enriched hands-on learning in fields like manufacturing, construction, and health sciences through a competitive grants process.

Donors can contribute through cash, checks, online gifts, and complex assets such as stocks or IRA RMDs. (Contact EFNB for details) 

The Education Foundation of New Berlin responsibly manages and administers the fund, ensuring all contributions are handled with legal and fiduciary responsibility.

Funds are allocated directly to the School District of New Berlin through the Foundation's Impact Grant Program, ensuring they support specific projects and programs at Eisenhower that meet the fund's criteria.