Sheet Metal Connectors Approves $100,000 Donation to New Horizons Foundation

Funds will be used to help the Foundation continue its mission of developing innovative programs for the union sheet metal industry.

The Board of Directors of Sheet Metal Connectors, Inc. has once again generously donated $100,000 to the New Horizons Foundation. The funds will be used to further the Foundation's programming, which aims to convert good ideas into solid research and give HVAC and sheet metal contractors a chance to grow as positive, knowledgeable partners in the construction process.

In discussing the importance of this donation from Sheet Metal Connectors, Tom Soles, the Executive Director of the New Horizons Foundation, said, "The New Horizons Foundation is grateful for Sheet Metal Connectors continuing support and will apply these funds to the development of innovative projects that will further enable SMACNA members and other industry leaders, "A Chance to Grow."  

Click here to learn more about the New Horizons Foundation and its mission. 


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