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.
Current Programs
Embodied and Carbon Uptake Impact of Concrete Masonry Products
GRANTEE: MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub PROJECT NUMBER: 2024.011 STATUS: In Progress
Evaluation of Thermal and Hygrothermal Properties of Concrete Masonry
GRANTEE: Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association YEAR: 2024 PROJECT NUMBER: 2024.010 STATUS: In…
Integrating CMU into Architecture Design Studio Curriculum (2024-2026)
GRANTEE: North Carolina State University YEAR: 2024 PROJECT NUMBER: 2024.009 STATUS: In Progress
Completed Programs
Architecture Student Design Competition – Penn State 2022
Grantee: Penn State University Principle Investigators: Reggie Aviles, James Cooper, Benay Gursoy, Heather…
Architecture Student Design Competition – Bowling Green State University
Grantee: Bowling Green State University Principle Investigator: Andreas Luescher Year: 2020 Project Number:…
Masonry Educators Workshop
Grantee: The Masonry Society Principle Investigators: Phil Samblanet Year: 2021 Project Number: 2020.027…
Unit Design Competition
Foster innovation. Support local universities. Engage with students. The NCMA Unit Design Competition.
Student Design Competitons
Engage the next generation of designs. Foster interest in concrete masonry & hardscapes. Student Design Competitions.
