Workshops for Warriors

07/31/2026

Join the Rotary Club of Del Mar at its sunset luau, "Making Waves that Impact," on Friday, Sept. 25. Every ticket sold will support Workshops for Warriors, Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego, Feeding San Diego, Guatemala Literacy Project, and local youth and community initiatives.

Register online today: https://www.givsum.com/opportunities/making-waves-that-impact-038212939

07/17/2026

We were honored to partner with Project MFG to host this year's Maritime Welding National Championship. Thank you, Project MFG, for promoting the skilled trades and rebuilding American manufacturing!

This is more than a competition.

It's a testament to the bright future of America's shipyards and the next generation of skilled trades professionals who will help build and protect our nation's maritime industry. ⚓🇺🇸

Watch as 17 of the nation's top student welders go head-to-head in the 2026 Maritime Welding National Championship, battling through demanding challenges for a chance to earn the national title and take home the $10,000 grand prize.

🔥 The wait is almost over. Tune in tonight at 7 PM CST and witness the future of maritime welding 👉https://loom.ly/sZxDhZs

07/15/2026

Were you under age 30 when you separated from military service?

No two military transitions look the same. Whether your transition was smooth, challenging, or somewhere in between, your experience can help improve support for veterans in San Diego County.

The for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), with support from our partners Santa Fe Foundation, is conducting a confidential survey to better understand San Diego veterans' transition experiences and where additional support is needed.

Make your voice count before the survey closes on August 14. Take the survey today.

🔗 https://go.syr.edu/ivmf/sdsurvey

07/03/2026

Celebrating freedom this July 4th! 🇺🇸

In honor of Independence Day, our campus will be closed Friday, July 3. We'll reopen on Monday, July 6. Wishing you a safe and joyful celebration!

06/19/2026

Strong partnerships build strong workforces. Thank you to Haas Automation for hosting our team and your continued partnership in preparing the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

Together, we’re strengthening American manufacturing. 🇺🇸

06/12/2026

What's inside the box? More opportunities for hands-on learning.

Thanks to Kennametal for supporting the next generation of skilled trades professionals. Donations like these help students train with industry-relevant tools and build skills that lead to meaningful careers in advanced manufacturing.

Learn more at WFW.org

06/10/2026

Empowering our community for the future!

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting San Diego County . Together, we explored how Workshops for Warriors is equipping transitioning military members, veterans, and local residents for careers in advanced manufacturing. 🌟

Through collaboration and innovation, we're building a stronger workforce ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. Learn more about how you can support our work at wfw.org.

06/05/2026

Purpose. Hope. Opportunity.

We are deeply grateful to Megan Keller, Brian Cooper, and the Cade Keller Scholarship Fund for their commitment to changing lives through welding education and wellness support.

By honoring Cade's legacy through scholarships for students at Workshops for Warriors, they are helping individuals find purpose, mentorship, connection, and a path forward.

Their impact can be seen in students like Jaice and Jimmy, whose scholarships helped remove financial barriers, allowing them to focus on earning certifications, building meaningful careers, and creating brighter futures for themselves and their families.

Read the inspiring story here:
https://www.coronadonewsca.com/news/coronado_island_news/purpose-hope-and-a-future-built-by-hand/article_7a7cf1aa-8025-49ac-8f57-085b4790d112.html

If you'd like to help more veterans and aspiring tradespeople access life-changing training and support, please consider making a gift today at wfw.org.

05/20/2026

A single investment can change a veteran’s future. 🇺🇸

We’re honored to share that the Art Pratt Foundation at Old Mission Rotary Club has invested $10,000 in Workshops for Warriors and the veterans we serve.

Their support will help us upgrade our welding lab with new workstations and advanced technology that gives veterans access to the same tools and training used in today’s manufacturing industry.

In just 16 weeks, Workshops for Warriors equips students with nationally recognized certifications and the skills needed for high-wage careers in welding and machining. But the impact goes far beyond a job. It’s about restoring purpose, creating opportunity, and strengthening American manufacturing through the talent and leadership of those who served our country.

Every donor who stands with us helps make these life-changing opportunities possible. Thank you to the Art Pratt Foundation at Old Mission Rotary for believing in our mission and investing in the future of America’s veterans!

Join us in creating more opportunities for those who served. Support our mission and donate today at wfw.org.

04/17/2026

Next Friday, April 24, a new class of graduates will walk across the stage at Workshops for Warriors.

They didn’t just complete a program.
They earned industry-recognized certifications in CNC machining and welding.
They’re stepping into high-demand careers—many hired within 90 days.

This is what your support makes possible.

Every graduate represents discipline, skill, and a clear path forward in American manufacturing. And every seat in that classroom is funded by people like you.

We’d be honored to have you there.

👉 RSVP to join us and meet the graduates you helped train: https://www.tfaforms.com/5209709

Come see the impact firsthand.