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21st century foundation corp

We are a nonprofit organization covering all central Florida that introduces the next generation of young adults to construction and property maintenance trades careers that pay well, provides security, and can never be outsourced to a machine.

The fear is Real. So Is The Opportunity.

AI is changing everything. Meanwhile, AI has introduced new fear to students about their future careers. Our trades programs are AI-proof — essential work that keeps the lights on.

Three Steps to a Career That Lasts

01

Introduce

Using interactive videos and virtual reality platforms, we let young adults visualize themselves in trades work — then choose one or two pathways they want to pursue.

02

Certify

We partner with selective certified training companies to provide valid trade certifications on their chosen pathway, aligned with local industry standards.

03

Launch

We connect graduates with local businesses for hands-on internships — seasonal help, after-school, weekends, or summer programs up to 4 weeks paid internship.

Public Nonprofit · No Compensation Policy

100% Goes to Programs.

No officers, members, or volunteers are compensated from any fundraising activities. Every dollar raised goes directly to training, certifications, and paid internships for young adults.

No officers are compensated from fundraising
No members are compensated from fundraising
No volunteers are compensated from fundraising
Every dollar funds training and internships

100%

Of fundraising funds programs

$0

Paid to officers or volunteers

4 Weeks

Paid internship programs

Ready to Launch Your Future?

Young adult in trades training

For Young Adults

Explore AI-proof trade pathways, get certified, and land a paid internship — all at no cost to you.

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For Businesses

Invest in the next generation of skilled workers.

Partner with us to identify future employees, get seasonal help, and invest in the next generation of skilled workers.

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