Support the Mission
Throughout the year, SparkForce hosts events to raise funds and awareness to encourage the next generation to pursue manufacturing careers through scholarships and summer manufacturing camp programs.
The Spark the Movement fundraising campaign will help sustain and expand programs that support tomorrow’s manufacturing workforce and ensure SparkForce’s lasting impact for generations to come.
Join the MovementSparkForce Events
Why should you donate, sponsor, and participate in SparkForce events? In addition to supporting future manufacturers, you gain:
Recognition in the industry as a champion of manufacturing
Visibility as a leader in the communities you operate in and serve
Exposure to local businesses, technical schools, and prospective employees
Networking opportunities with like-minded partners and customers
Tax advantage to claim some or all your donations as charitable contributions*
*SparkForce is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation. Donations are tax-deductible up to the extent allowed by law.
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Other Ways to Contribute
When you donate to an annual appeal or endowed fund, you can direct your gift to a named scholarship or to support a camp program in your area.
John Grossheim Memorial Scholarship — Outside Processors Council (OPC) Endowment
Learn MoreBoard Chairs' Endowment
Learn MoreEndowments and Estate Giving
Learn MoreHost Your Own SparkForce Fundraiser
Turn your favorite hobby and passion for manufacturing into a fundraising event to support SparkForce programs. Here's your chance to raise funds for a good cause by doing something you love to do! Reasons why you should host a fundraising event in your area:
- Make a difference to manufacturing and help solve the skilled labor shortage. Funds donated to SparkForce are used to support the summer manufacturing camp and scholarship programs.
- Give back to your community. Get local businesses involved by sponsoring your efforts and promote their participation.
- Hold your event at or around the company's property to showcase your facility and grounds to local manufacturing leaders.
- Expose students to the manufacturing jobs and career opportunities at your company and in their area.
- Bragging rights — let's face it, who doesn't love to succeed and have your friends join in the fun?
