The MBI Educational Foundation’s mission is to invest in student success through scholarships, while raising awareness of modular building and strengthening connections to the industry that will shape its future. 

While the Modular Building Institute (MBI) serves as our industry’s premier trade association, the MBI Educational Foundation is a dedicated 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation, focused exclusively on cultivating the next generation of talent. We have entered a new era of strategic renewal, evolving from a traditional scholarship fund into a global powerhouse for workforce development. By deepening academic partnerships and securing sustainable funding, we are building a future where student empowerment drives the growth and measurable impact of the commercial modular industry.

Help shape the future of modular construction by supporting the next generation of industry leaders. Your gift to the MBI Educational Foundation makes it possible for students to attend World of Modular—removing financial barriers and opening doors to career-defining opportunities.

By investing in these scholarships, you’re not only empowering students—you’re strengthening the workforce that will drive our industry forward.

A Message from Our Chair - Kathy Wilmot

The Foundation plays a vital role in shaping the future of the modular building industry by investing directly in its next generation of leaders. Through scholarships and financial support of targeted educational programs, the Foundation introduces students to opportunities within modular construction and provides clear pathways into the field. By supporting internships, hands-on skills training, and professional development, it helps students gain
practical experience, build industry-relevant competencies, and connect with employers.

The Foundation strengthens the industry by building a reliable, high-quality talent pipeline that reduces hiring costs and accelerates onboarding. By funding scholarships, internships, and industry- specific training, the Foundation ensures students enter the workforce with the practical competencies required for immediate impact. This strategic investment provides companies with a diverse, motivated, and "modular-ready" workforce equipped to drive innovation and long-term business growth.

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