A shortage of skilled trades workers is a daily challenge to business leaders from around Maine, according to Chrissi Moody, board member of the Maine Blue Collar Scholarship Foundation. The foundation was created and designed by these leaders to remove barriers for motivated individuals pursuing careers in the trades.

“Last year, we awarded over 100 scholarships to passionate individuals to assist with the cost of tools, equipment, or continuing education,” said Moody. “We are challenging the belief that a traditional four-year college degree is the only path to success. We champion a future where working with your hands, solving complex problems, and creating innovative solutions as carpenters, electricians, mechanics, welders, plumbers, and many more occupations are recognized and respected.”

In that spirit, Norway Savings recently donated $1,000 to their efforts

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