Investing in the Future of the Grid.
Removing the Financial Barriers to Trade School for the Next Generation of Exceptional Electrical LINE Workers.
Investing In Future Linemen
We remove the heavy cost that keeps hardworking people out of line work. Our scholarships cover tuition, field gear, and CDL permits, then we walk beside each student with weekly check ins and real mentorship. Born in Oceanside from Adrian's journey, this fund invites you to step in, support a scholar, or apply today.
How It Works
First, a student submits an online application that highlights grit, safety mindset, and goals. We review eligibility, talk through the trade's demands, then match approved applicants with tuition help, gear, and CDL support. From there, we check progress weekly, coach through setbacks, and stay in touch as graduates move into apprenticeships and long term careers.
Fuel Your Linework Career
Access full-ride tuition scholarships, Class A CDL funding, and complete "First Boot" safety gear packets to launch your debt-free trade career.
Secure Your Future Apprenticeship
Partner with USA Grid Builders to directly solve the utility workforce shortage while funding, equipping, and mentoring the next generation of line workers.
Equip a Student for Day One
Make a tangible, tax-deductible impact by directly funding mandatory safety PPE, OSHA climbing boots, CDL permits, or full trade school tuition.
Joel DeNecochea | CEO
Business owner of 20+ years driving trade scholarships to create life-changing career opportunities.
Lisa Trunkett | Secretary & Treasurer
15-year San Diego law firm administrator providing organizational and record-keeping expertise.
Adrian Najera | Director
Northwest Lineman College student, retired MMA athlete, wrestling coach, and former business owner providing trade leadership.
Our Roots And Leadership
This fund grew out of Adrian's climb from disadvantage into lineman school, guided by everyday working people who refused to give up.