# Canerector Foundation establishes trades-focused scholar program at Holland College with $500,000 gift The Canerector Foundation committed $500,000 over five years to Holland College Foundation to establish a scholarship program promoting skilled trades. The program provides 29 initial students with financial assistance, mentoring, and leadership development. Applications for 2025 were open until March 31, covering programs like carpentry, plumbing, welding, and automotive technology. *Home › About › Communication › News › 2025 › Canerector Foundation establishes trades-focused scholar program at Holland College with $500,000 gift* ## Links - [https://bit.ly/40YzOKA](https://bit.ly/40YzOKA) ## Contacts - JLBoutilier@hollandcollege.com --- Source: [https://hollandcollege.com/about/communication/news/2025/canerector-foundation-establishes-trades-focused-scholar-program-at-holland-college-with-500,000-gift.html](https://hollandcollege.com/about/communication/news/2025/canerector-foundation-establishes-trades-focused-scholar-program-at-holland-college-with-500,000-gift.html)