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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 6d

We’re honored to be nominated for VECA’s 2025 VALOR Veteran Resource/Transition Program Business of the Year! Every vote helps us train and place veterans in advanced manufacturing careers.

✅ Vote here: bit.ly/4hjyHx2

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 7d

Their achievements highlight the impact that donor support makes possible.

Help fund the next generation of welders by donating today: wfw.org/donate

#WorkshopsForWarriors #Veterans #Welding #Graduation

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 7d

We’re proud to celebrate the graduation of our second-ever B cohort, a talented group of welders who have shown dedication & resilience throughout their training.

This milestone is extra special as our first two Cade Keller Scholarship Fund recipients graduated with this class.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 8d

Wishing the U.S. Navy a Happy 250th Birthday! Thank you for 250 years of honor, courage, and commitment.

Honor our Navy veterans and students with a gift that empowers their next mission: www.wfw.org/donate

#WorkshopsForWarriors #USNavy #NavyBirthday #HappyBirthday

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 11d

It was great having Enrique from U.S. Bank visit our campus.

U.S. Bank’s continued support helps veterans gain the skills & credentials needed to build successful careers in advanced manufacturing.

Support our mission at wfw.org/donate.

#WFW #USBank

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 12d

Students in Machining I are putting in the work. Precision, focus, and plenty of practice on the Haas Automation, Inc. CNC machines, thanks to the generous support of the Gene Haas Foundation.
Learn more about our programs at wfw.org/programs/.

#WorkshopsForWarriors #CNCtraining #SkilledTrades

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 14d

Your donation can change a veteran’s life.
Through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), federal employees & retirees can give directly to #WFW (CFC #84418). Every $ helps veterans & transitioning service members train for careers in welding & CNC machining.
Search CFC #84418 to give.
#CFC #CFC2025

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 15d

Last Friday, we had our monthly staff and student lunch. It’s always a good time to catch up, share a meal, and celebrate the hard work happening across our programs.

Learn more about WFW at wfw.org.

#WorkshopsForWarriors #CareerTraining #Community #SDNonprofit

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 18d

Our Welding 3 students recently had the opportunity to train with Cody from Tri Tool Technologies. He worked with students on pipe beveling using the Tri Tool 208B and the 600SB series, sharing helpful insight along the way.

Thank you to Cody and #TriToolTechnologies for supporting #WFW!

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 20d

Happy #ManufacturingMonth! Manufacturing is the backbone of America, & the next generation of makers & builders starts here. #WFW gives you the training, certifications, & connections to launch a stable, respected career in just 4 months.
Explore programs at wfw.org

#SupportVeterans #SkilledTrades

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 21d

The @padres.com Foundation showed their support for #WorkshopsforWarriors, & we couldn’t be more grateful. Their gift means more opportunities to train, more certifications, & more careers launched.

Stand with the Padres & celebrate their 90 regular season wins with a $90 donation: bit.ly/47LiTjM

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 25d

We were honored to host Vice Adm. Brendan McLane & the U.S. Naval Surface Force. His visit gave students the chance to share their goals & demonstrate how our #welding & #CNCmachining programs prepare #veterans & #transitioningservicemembers for careers in #advancedmanufacturing.

#WFW

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 28d

Think a fire hose is strong? The Flow Waterjet fires water at 60,000 PSI, about 40 times the pressure of a pressure washer. Machining 2 & Welding 3 students are gaining technical expertise, safety training, & hands-on experience that employers value in #advancedmanufacturing.

#WorkshopsForWarriors

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 28d

Workshops for Warriors is proud to partner with the Caterpillar Foundation and Solar Turbines to create lasting opportunities for veterans and transitioning service members.

#WorkshopsForWarriors #CaterpillarFoundation #SolarTurbines #ThankYou

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Sep 19

Support advanced manufacturing careers after service. 🇺🇸
Until September 30, a portion of #TwistedTea sales at participating #StaterBrosMarkets go towards our training programs, helping veterans & transitioning service members gain nationally recognized manufacturing credentials.
#StaterBrosCharities

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Sep 18

Happy 78th Birthday to the U.S. Air Force! Today, we honor the Airmen and Airwomen past and present who protect our skies, drive innovation, and keep our nation strong. Thank you for your service and dedication. Fly, fight, and win!

#WorkshopsForWarriors #HappyBirthday #AirForceBirthday #USAirForce

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Sep 15

Alexi, a #NavyVeteran, came to #WorkshopsForWarriors to turn her love of #welding into a career. She’s now working her dream job as a welder at Huntington Ingalls Industries, the nation’s largest shipbuilder.

Read Alexi’s full story: bit.ly/3Ipv8YS

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Sep 12

scholarships.

📅 Tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
📍 MCP’s Irish Pub, 1107 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA

#WorkshopsForWarriors #CadesDay #SuicideAwareness

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Sep 12

Tomorrow is Cade’s Day Suicide Awareness Cornhole Tournament at MCP’s Irish Pub.

Cade was a welder whose life touched many. This event brings people together to remember him, raise awareness for suicide prevention, show support for mental health in our community, and raise money for WFW student

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Sep 11

Today, we pause to honor the lives lost and the heroes who answered the call on September 11, 2001. We carry forward their legacy through service, strength, and resilience.

#NeverForget

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Sep 8

From the screen to the shop floor 💻➡️⚙️

Students at #WFW are learning computer-aided design and #CNC programming, the skills that lead to certifications and careers in advanced manufacturing.

Your next mission starts here → wfw.org

#CAD #CNCMachining #MilitaryToManufacturing #MilitaryTransition

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Sep 3

From Gala winner to Welder for a Day, Ed spent the day at Workshops for Warriors learning #TIGwelding on both steel and aluminum. By investing in #WFW, donors like Ed create opportunities for veterans to transition from military service into advanced manufacturing careers with confidence & purpose.

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Aug 29

Thank you to the Crane Company for continuing Cryoworksinc's support of Workshops for Warriors! Support like this provides veterans and transitioning service members with the opportunity to train and succeed in manufacturing careers.

#WorkshopsForWarriors #MilitaryToManufacturing #ThankYou

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Aug 28

Welcome to the Fall semester at Workshops for Warriors. Our students are beginning their training in welding and CNC machining. We can’t wait to see everything this class accomplishes over the semester.

#WorkshopsForWarriors #Welding #CNCMachining #AdvancedManufacturing

Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · Aug 25

Before graduation, our welding students put their skills to the test in two challenges: the AWS Welding Competition and our Welding Art Competition. From technical precision to creative designs, they impressed us all with their hard work and talent.

#WorkshopsForWarriors #Welding

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