FORGING FOUNDATION ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP | James Warren

Contact: Mr. James Warren

This scholarship was established by the Forging Foundation and Estwing to award scholarships to students that are interested in the following programs: Electronic Engineering Technology A.A.S. Degree, Manufacturing Engineering Technology A.A.S. Degree, Mechatronics Certificates, Supply Chain Management Certificates, Welding Programs, and Tool and Die/ Precision Machinist Certificates.

Students who are awarded the scholarship get the opportunity to tour Estwing’s manufacturing facility and will be asked to complete a module of Forging 101 to learn more about the forging industry.

The Forging Foundation and Estwing are excited to start this scholarship to help attract more talent to the forging industry!

Forging Foundation
The Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation builds our future workforce by promoting the forging industry, awarding scholarships, identifying and sharing employment opportunities and encouraging participation in forging research and projects.

Estwing Manufacturing Co.
Since 1923, the Estwing family and its employees have taken pride in designing and manufacturing the world’s most durable, comfortable and attractive striking and struck tools. All claw hammers, axes, specialty tools and pry bars are manufactured to the highest possible standards and offer a true value to both tradesmen and craftsmen alike.

Estwing’s manufacturing facility is located in the northern Illinois city of Rockford – about 90 miles northwest of Chicago. Estwing product lines are sold in leading hardware stores, home centers, and retailers throughout the United States, Canada and in many countries around the world.