Sponsors & partners

Partner with us to help build Rhode Island's future workforce.

When you sponsor RI Women in the Trades, you help open doors, build careers, and strengthen Rhode Island's skilled-trades workforce — while expanding access for women.

Why partner

Skilled trades need more workers. Women are the answer.

Rhode Island's trades industries are facing a workforce shortage. Women are the most underutilized talent pool in the state — and partnering with us is a direct, practical way to expand the pipeline.

  • Reach women preparing to enter skilled-trade careers
  • Support pre-apprenticeship and training programs
  • Invest in Rhode Island's long-term workforce health
  • Show your commitment to equity in your industry
By the numbers
2019
Founded in Providence
501(c)(3)
Rhode Island nonprofit
1 voice
Organizing tradeswomen
100%
Equal-opportunity pre-apprentice program
How to partner

There's a place for every partner.

From companies to unions, schools to local shops — every sponsor strengthens the pipeline.

Corporate sponsors

Construction firms, contractors, and businesses investing in a stronger, more inclusive skilled-trades workforce.

Unions & trade orgs

Locals, councils, and trade associations expanding pathways for women into apprenticeship and beyond.

Workforce & grant funders

Workforce-development partners and foundations funding training, mentorship, and outreach programming.

Educational partners

Schools, CTE programs, and community colleges collaborating on youth outreach and career exposure.

Local business supporters

Rhode Island small businesses standing behind women entering the trades in their community.

Become a partner

Partner with RI Women in the Trades.

Help open doors, build careers, and strengthen Rhode Island's workforce. Reach out and we'll work with you to design the right partnership.