Built by Students.
Backed by Community.
Empowering the Next
Generation of Construction Trades
Years of School
Partnership
Homes
Built
Students
Served
Scholarships
Awarded
Top SkillsUSA
Finishes
Explore Build Forward SB
What is Build Forward?
For 65 years, Build Forward has partnered with the South Bend Community School Corporation's construction education program, giving high school students everything they need to build a real house from the ground up.
SUPPORT & SPONSOR
Assist students through needs tied to learning and participation, including tools, scholarships and other resources that help them grow through the program.
ALUMNI & GRADUATES
Help students prepare for and participate in SkillsUSA by supporting travel, entry fees, gear and related competition expenses, including state and national opportunities.
How Your Support Helps the House
Every contribution helps move that mission forward, supporting the current build, student opportunities and competition experiences that extend beyond the job site.
Build Forward SB gives South Bend students the opportunity to learn by doing through real residential construction experience.
Built through a long-standing partnership between education and community support, the program helps students gain practical exposure to the trades while working toward something tangible and lasting.