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Training is critical for attracting and retaining employees, but do budget constraints sometimes hold you back? Do you find you’re “countersinking” down the rabbit hole of navigating the slew of funding opportunity websites? Let PMA help you find the funds available to offset the training costs often needed to develop and retain your employees.
Our state click-to-view resource will “show you the money” as to what grant opportunities are out there, along with links to your regional funding entities/opportunities.
Click on your state to see what funds are available to you.
White: List of funds not compiled yet. If interested in opportunities in one of these states, please contact us.
Metalforming Micro-Grant Program
PMAEF allocates $15,000 each year for the Metalforming Micro-Grant Program to foster the growth and promotion of metalforming careers and initiatives. Funds are exclusive to PMA member companies.
The program aims to provide funding to member companies that implement projects or programs to enhance the public’s experience and exposure to manufacturing/metalforming careers in collaboration with MFG Day initiatives.
Grant cycle opens in early June and runs through August.
PMAEF and PMA’s districts offer scholarships of $1,000 or more to individuals seeking a career in the metalforming industry. Each award is for one year and will be granted based on committee review and academic merit.
PMA has assembled a list of federal and regional funds available. To access these member only resources, please log into your PMA account.
If you don’t see your question listed, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help!
To join PMA, visit the membership page and complete the interest form. You’ll need to provide information about your company and your areas of interest. After submission, a member of PMA’s membership team will follow up with you and schedule a call to learn more. Membership is open to companies in the metalforming industry.
The yearly membership fee for PMA varies depending on your company’s size and type. Fees are structured to ensure accessibility for businesses of all sizes, from small manufacturers to large corporations. Contact PMA directly for a customized quote.
You will be sent your renewal notice via email. The email will contain your invoice and instructions to renew. Renewals typically go out to members in November. Complete the renewal process to ensure continuous access to all the resources and benefits that PMA offers. Renewal reminders are sent before your membership expires.
Nonmembers can attend most PMA events, but they will need to pay at the nonmember registration price, which is typically higher than the discounted rate available to members. PMA members enjoy reduced rates and priority access to these events, making membership a cost-effective option for regular attendees.
