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Get involved

Be part of something that changes direction.

Swerve Academy is being built through the commitment of people who believe in practical education, skilled trades, and second chances. Whether you have time, experience, equipment, or simply a desire to help, we would love to hear from you.

Volunteer

Contribute your time and skills. Potential opportunities include:

  • General volunteer assistance
  • Administrative support
  • Event assistance
  • Student mentorship
  • Career guidance
  • Workshop assistance
  • Community outreach
  • Fundraising support, where permitted

Become an instructor or mentor

Qualified HVAC/R professionals, refrigeration technicians, welders, electricians, and other skilled-trades professionals are invited to explore teaching, demonstrating, or mentoring. Opportunities are subject to qualifications, program needs, and appropriate screening.

Become an industry partner

Businesses can participate through:

  • Equipment and tool donations
  • Guest demonstrations
  • Mentorship
  • Work-based learning opportunities
  • Employment connections
  • Technical support

Donate tools and equipment

Individuals and companies are welcome to discuss donating:

  • HVAC/R hand tools
  • Electrical testing equipment
  • Refrigeration tools
  • Laboratory equipment
  • Laptops
  • Training supplies
  • Safety equipment

Donated items are subject to program needs and acceptance; we cannot accept every item offered. Please do not assume a donation is tax-deductible.

Financial support

Financial support may help develop training laboratories, student tool kits, equipment inventories, instructional technology, and training resources. We are not yet accepting online payments; use the inquiry form to start a conversation.

Volunteer inquiry

Volunteer with us

Tell us how you would like to help. Volunteer inquiries go to our volunteer team at volunteering@swerveacademy.org.

For example: weekday evenings, one Saturday a month.

Please do not include Social Security numbers, criminal-history details, medical information, or other sensitive personal information in this form.

Not sure where you fit?

Tell us a little about yourself. We would be happy to explore how you might contribute.

Please do not include Social Security numbers, criminal-history details, medical information, or other sensitive personal information in this form.

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