The NCMA Foundation exists to support quality programs and individuals who will assist in advancing and securing the concrete masonry industry. Each year the NCMA Foundation funds a wide variety of programs highlighted by cutting-edge research and quality education programs. Details on funded programs coming soon.
Architecture Student Design Competition – Penn State 2022
GRANTEE: Penn State University
YEAR: 2022
PROJECT NUMBER: 2022.013
STATUS: COMPLETED
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Industry Average EPD Development
GRANTEE: National Concrete Masonry Association
YEAR: 2022
PROJECT NUMBER: 2022.012
STATUS: In Progress
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Hardscape Installer Workforce Development 2022
GRANTEE: National Concrete Masonry Association
YEAR: 2022
PROJECT NUMBER: 2022.001
STATUS: In Progress
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Architecture Student Design Competition – Bowling Green State University
GRANTEE: Andreas Luescher, Bowling Green State University
YEAR: 2021
PROJECT NUMBER: 2021.029
STATUS: COMPLETED
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14th North American Masonry Conference
GRANTEE: Phil Samblanet, The Masonry Society
YEAR: 2021
PROJECT NUMBER: 2021.027
STATUS: In Progress
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Concrete Habitat Homes Design and Construction Competition
GRANTEE: Nick Lang, NCMA
YEAR: 2021
PROJECT NUMBER: 2021.022
STATUS: IN PROGRESS
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TMS 402/602 Enhanced Commentary Phase 2
GRANTEE: Phil Samblanet, The Masonry Society
YEAR: 2021
PROJECT NUMBER: 2021.024
STATUS: In Progress
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Building Resilient and Affordable Homes with the Next Generation of Masonry Craftsmen
GRANTEE: Jim Painter, FCMEC
YEAR: 2021
PROJECT NUMBER: 2021.019
STATUS: IN PROGRESS
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Masonry Educators Workshop
GRANTEE: Phil Samblanet, The Masonry Society
YEAR: 2021
PROJECT NUMBER: 2021.026
STATUS: COMPLETED
Study: Passive House/Net Zero and Concrete Block
GRANTEE: Andrea McChesney, Canadian Concrete Masonry Producers Association
YEAR: 2021
PROJECT NUMBER: 2021.017
STATUS: In Progress
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