About TEXO Foundation
TEXO Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization supporting the construction members of TEXO, The Construction Association, the North & East Texas chapter of both the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) and the Associated General Contractors (AGC), in their workforce development efforts. In 2017, the Foundation established a board of directors to help set a vision to begin tackling the current construction labor shortage and encouraging the best and brightest students to pursue careers in construction. The organization has three main focus areas for outreach – high school; college; and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
MISSION:
To educate, recruit, train, and retain the next generation of construction professionals.
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High School Outreach Committee
High school outreach focuses on creating pipelines within high schools via advisory councils, classroom presentations, construction awareness events, and scholarships to encourage careers in construction and skilled trades.
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College outreach focuses on building relationships with colleges and universities that have accredited construction programs, including ASC Region 5, as well as administering scholarships and grants.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) focuses on providing trainings, panels, and other opportunities for open discussions about what firms in our industry can do to ensure they’re creating an exceptional workplace for all.
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