'Investment of confidence': Martin Electric donates $15k for Girls Inc. summer program | Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce

'Investment of confidence': Martin Electric donates $15k for Girls Inc. summer program

‘Investment of confidence’: Martin Electric donates $15k for Girls Inc. summer program – Troy Record

In partnership with local non-profit, Girls Inc. of the Greater Capital Region, Martin Electric is excited to announce that we are sponsoring a themed “Construction Week” during Girls Inc.'s 2025 6-Week Summer Camp. This themed week will introduce 100 girls to careers in STEM and the trades at no cost to their families.

As a WBE Certified business, it is our responsibility to expose the trades to girls of all ages. Martin Electric is committed to drawing out the blueprint for action. There are opportunities available for your business to support themed summer camp weeks like ours, ensuring all girls have access to transformative opportunities. Are you willing to make a difference?

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