MIDLAND, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to underserved and under-accessed populations—has hired Army veteran and licensed journeyman electrician Roger Orona as its newest...
Press Releases
Press Releases
CenTex IEC launches first-of-its-kind electrical apprenticeship program in the Permian Basin
Pre-apprenticeship training provided by Skillpoint Alliance gives West Texans a pathway to electrical careers MIDLAND, Texas—The Central Texas Chapter of the Independent Electrical Contractors is expanding workforce opportunities in the Permian Basin with the launch...
Skillpoint Alliance to offer free pre-apprentice electrical class to San Antonio residents
SAN ANTONIO, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to underserved and under-accessed populations—will now offer a free pre-apprentice electrical program to residents of San...
IFMA Permian Basin Chapter and Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin partner to launch “Tool Bags for Grads” program for trade students
MIDLAND, Texas – The IFMA Permian Basin Chapter is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin to launch the Tool Bags for Grads program. This initiative is designed to provide essential professional tools to graduating trade...
Skillpoint Alliance Awarded $20K Grant to Expand HVAC / Plumbing and Manufacturing Classes to the Permian Basin
The grant is presented to Skillpoint Alliance by the O’Reilly Automotive Foundation, Inc. MIDLAND, Texas – Fast, free training that prepares graduates for a well-paying career has proven successful in the Central Austin area. Now, Skillpoint Alliance is bringing those...
Skillpoint Alliance hires Juliana Allen as admissions coordinator for South Central Texas campuses
Former Miss San Marcos hired to help increase skilled trades workforce AUSTIN, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance, a 501(c)3 workforce development organization that provides free in-demand workforce training to underserved Central Texans, recently selected Juliana Allen as the...
Skillpoint Alliance names Dulce Gruwell South Central Texas Site Director
AUSTIN, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today the appointment of Dulce Gruwell as the...
Skillpoint Alliance receives $8,000 from CenterPoint Energy Foundation
Austin, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today that the organization has received a grant...
Skillpoint Alliance launches accredited manufacturing program to bolster workforce amid industry boom
New five-week training course fast-tracks Central Texans into sustainable, high-demand manufacturing careers AUSTIN, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to underserved and...
Skillpoint Alliance receives Blue Impact grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
AUSTIN, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today it received a Blue Impact grant from Blue...
Skillpoint Alliance appoints Maria Luna Delgadillo as site director for Permian Basin program
Midland, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin, a 501(c)3 workforce development organization based in West Texas that provides in-demand workforce training to vulnerable members of the community, announced today it has appointed Maria Luna Delgadillo as the site...
Skillpoint Alliance Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Austin, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—celebrated its 30th anniversary on Thursday, April 25 with...
Skillpoint Alliance receives $100,000 from Texas Workforce Commission
Austin, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today that the organization will receive...
Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin selected to receive $25,000 Danos Foundation GIVES Grant
MIDLAND, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today that the organization was selected as a...
Skillpoint Alliance to offer free pre-apprentice electrical class to Killeen residents
Program expansion provides veteran-focused initiative KILLEEN, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to underserved and under-accessed populations—will now offer a free...
Skillpoint Alliance partners with Southeast New Mexico College to offer free pre-apprentice electrical class to Carlsbad residents
Program expansion in collaboration with the Permian Strategic Partnership Carlsbad, NM—Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin—a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to underserved and under-accessed...
Skillpoint Alliance hosts Certified Production Technician course at Workforce Solutions of Hays County
AUSTIN, TX — Skillpoint Alliance, a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations, is offering a Certified Production Technician course in...
Skillpoint Alliance partners with Indeed to provide stipends for justice impacted manufacturing students
AUSTIN, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today that the organization has partnered with...
Skillpoint Alliance selected to receive grant funding from Truist Foundation to support Certified Production Technician program
AUSTIN, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today that the organization was selected to...
Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin selected to receive $25,000 Danos Foundation GIVES Grant
MIDLAND, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today that the organization was selected as a...
Skillpoint Alliance selected to receive grant from Texas Mutual to support workforce development and safety training
AUSTIN, Texas—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today that the organization was selected to...
Skillpoint Alliance expands Certified Production Technician training program to Hays County
The expansion was made possible with the assistance of the Greater San Marcos Partnership, the lead regional economic development organization that represents the City of San Marcos, and the communities within Hays and Caldwell Counties. The GSMP’s mission is to be a...
Skillpoint Alliance partners with Midland College and Odessa College to offer free pre-apprentice electrical classes toPermian Basin residents
Midland, TX—Skillpoint Alliance Permian Basin—a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to underserved and under-accessed populations—announced their partnership with Midland College and Odessa College, in...
Skillpoint Alliance to receive funding through American Rescue Plan Act
Austin, TX—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to lower-income, underserved and under-accessed populations—announced today that the organization was selected by the the...
Skillpoint Alliance announces partnership with RE:WorkNOW to provide students with monetary support
Austin, TX—Skillpoint Alliance—a Central Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides fast-paced, no-cost job training in the skilled trades to underserved and under-accessed populations— has partnered with RE:WorkNOW to offer Skillpoint Alliance program...