Support the Trades in Fashion Through New Campaign

Published: August 16, 2021

SkillsUSA has teamed up with Tractor Supply Company (TSC) and Carhartt for the new “Support the Trades” campaign, designed to raise awareness of the skilled trades while helping SkillsUSA close the skilled trades gap. As part of the campaign, Carhartt and TSC have created a new line of “Support the Trades” shirts, and proceeds from every shirt sold will be donated directly to SkillsUSA! Show your pride for the skilled trades you proudly represent every day while supporting SkillsUSA and the “Champions at Work” that keep our nation moving. “Support the Trades” shirts are available exclusively at TSC starting Aug. 23. To get yours, visit your local TSC store or order online at www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/cms/carhartt.

Fast Facts About the Skilled Trades Gap:

3 million trade jobs remain vacant in the US.
Demand for construction workers is projected to rise by 1.2-2 million jobs by 2023.
Finding qualified candidates is the top hurdle hiring managers expect to face in 2021.
Nearly 25% of the manufacturing workforce is 55 or older.
In-demand skilled trades positions can lead to great-paying, highly fulfilling careers, often with little or no college debt.

Help for Chapters Affected by Los Angeles-area Wildfires

SkillsUSA will assist all chapters and members impacted by the wildfires in the Los Angeles area. As some schools reopened today while evacuation orders continue for others, we hope our teachers and students are safe. Please know that you have a national network of care and support from the SkillsUSA community.

January 21, 2025

Take Up the Challenge! National Conference Pin and T-shirt Design

SkillsUSA is offering the 2023 National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) Pin and T-shirt Design Challenge to all dues-paying student members.

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