Our Impact

Since 2009, LCEF has awarded grants, scholarships, and partnerships that support construction education and workforce development across Louisiana. The posts below document that work, from individual grants to training programs and schools to scholarship awards for students pursuing careers in the trades.

LCTC, Partners Launch Next Round of Construction Scholarships to Power Louisiana’s Workforce

LCTC, LDOE, LCEF Announce 2026 Construction Connect Scholarship for Jump Start Graduates Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges (LCTC), the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE), and the Louisiana Construction Education Foundation (LCEF) have announced the 2026 Jump Start Construction Connect Scholarship, providing $1,000 awards to eligible Louisiana high school seniors pursuing careers in construction and related fields. The scholarship supports students earning both

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Apr 212 min read

LCEF awards Women in Industry Scholarships to three Louisiana students

The Louisiana Construction Education Foundation (LCEF), in partnership with the Greater Baton Rouge Industry Alliance (GBRIA) and New Orleans Region Industry Alliance (NORIA), is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Women in Industry Scholarships. This year’s scholarship winners are Ryleigh Dedon of St. Gabriel, Tatianna White of White Castle, and Emersen Tregre of Luling. The Women in Industry Scholarship program provides financial assistance to female high school

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Apr 212 min read