The ILT Endowment Fund works to support underestimated entrepreneurs in underserved geographies within rural, urban and informal settlements around the world. The primary means to achieve this purpose are grants to early stage entrepreneurs, schools, local units of government and eligible nonprofit organizations.

The Central Minnesota Builders Association (CMBA) offers increased support to schools by providing tools, supplies, grants, education and scholarships to enhance learning opportunities and to inspire more interest in the building trades as a career choice.