The Teshinsky Family Foundation (TFF) is a private philanthropic foundation established in 2006 in Los Angeles. It aims to promote personal liberty, economic freedom, and career opportunities through support, training, and accountability. The foundation also funds efforts in the arts, medical research, disaster relief, and education.
The Teshinsky Family Foundation's Workforce Development Grant is aimed at organizations dedicated to enhancing workforce development in manufacturing, skilled trades, and related fields. The grant focuses on programs that help individuals develop skills for gainful employment and education opportunities, ultimately fostering personal liberty. TFF is looking for proposals that offer skills training, work ethic development, and establish career pipelines. Specific program elements required include training at no cost to participants, building employer relations to ensure successful career placements, and providing comprehensive case management services. Financial support covers both direct program costs as well as equipment and capital expenses, with first-time grant seekers eligible to request between $10,000 and $50,000. This grant supports the vision of accessible career pathways and intends to contribute to the creation of sustainable careers with benefits for participants.