9 Bartlett Street, Suite 250, Andover, MA 01810

A community built around opportunity

We bring businesses, educators, tradespeople and neighbors together so more young people get a fair chance to learn a trade.

Plumbing students, instructors and partners with the training rig donated by RCF
An instructor explains the water heater rig to students

Our story

It starts with a simple belief

When businesses, educators, tradespeople and neighbors work together, more young people get a fair chance to learn.

That belief is at the heart of Rennell Community Foundation. We help students turn their interest in the trades into practical skills and real career choices.

What we work toward

Bringing the right help closer to students

We focus on the small but important steps that make training more accessible.

Education supportHelp with the costs of training.
ToolsEquipment students need for class.
MentorsWorking tradespeople who share the way.
Industry knowledgeA clear view of real career paths.

Many hands

Everyone brings something different

Together, these efforts open doors.

Contractors

Know the job

Which skills matter on a real job site.

Teachers

Know the student

What students need to succeed in class.

Suppliers & makers

Have the gear

Tools and equipment for hands-on learning.

Donors

Cover the cost

Gifts that help pay for training.

Rennell Community Foundation logo

An independent nonprofit mission

Rennell Community Foundation has its own nonprofit mission and is separate from Rennell Capital Group. Our work centers on education, community support and pathways into skilled trades careers.

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What guides us

Four values behind every decision

Support should meet real needs, and the people doing the work deserve to be seen and heard.

Practical helpSupport that solves a real problem.
Honest communicationClear about what's available and what isn't.
Respect for studentsTheir goals lead the way.
Strong community tiesLocal people helping local learners.

Get involved

There is a place for you here

You don't need to be a large company to help. If you believe skilled trades education matters, we'd like to hear from you.

  • Tools to share
  • Time to mentor
  • A gift to make
Students wheel the training rig across the school yard