A goal of the Foundation is to increase the Foundation/AWCI sphere of influence, to become an industry resource for AWCI members.
Over this last fiscal year, the Foundation sponsored presentations by industry economists Kermit Baker and Ken Simonson.
With funding and support from the Foundation of the Wall and Ceiling Industry, AWCI partnered with FMI to conduct a comprehensive study of member industry trends. The findings from this study are intended to provide market insights that enable member companies and AWCI to think strategically about the market and their businesses.
The report findings have also been shared through a free webinar now on-demand, Understanding the Evolving Market Dynamics, presented by FMI Partner Paul Trombitas.
CARES stands for Caring Action Relief in Emergency Situation and is a financial assistance program of the Foundation of the Wall and Ceiling Industry to help the employees and families of the AWCI member companies who have experienced a major illness, accident or hardship beyond their insurance and financial capabilities.
Since its inception in 2005, AWCI CARES has awarded $437,111 in grants.
One grant applicant was dealing with the unexpected death of her husband and she diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. AWCI CARES was able to provide financial assistance while undergoing chemo.
"I cannot express enough for my appreciation for this help! Thank you so much!"
The applicant
"Thank you so much. I know this has lifted a huge burden and we are all so very appreciative."
HR Director
"Thank you for supporting our colleague and her family in this very challenging time. You are making a BIG impact on a really great lady and her family! We really appreciate your support!"
VP of Operations
"On behalf of my colleague and everyone here at our company, we want to extend our sincere appreciation for all that you and the AWCI CARES committee has done for her. Thank you!"
CEO