What We Do

Programs that build more than woodworking skills.

Through hands-on projects, supportive mentoring, and meaningful responsibility, young people build confidence, practical skills, and stronger connections to their community.

Our Programs

Different experiences.
One youth-centered approach.

From mobile workshops in the community to deeper mentorship and workforce development, each program gives young people a place to learn by doing.

Flagship · Mobile Workshop

Woodshop on Wheels

Our fully equipped mobile workshop brings tools, projects, and hands-on instruction directly to schools, community organizations, and events throughout Indianapolis.

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Paid Mentorship · Ages 16–18

Guided by the Grain

A paid mentorship and workforce-development program where teens build woodworking, workplace, and life skills through real projects, responsibility, and supportive relationships.

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Core Skill Building & Mentoring

GBTG: Foundations

An introductory, hands-on experience that helps young people build practical skills, confidence, self-awareness, and a stronger sense of what they can do next.

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Our Approach

Woodworking is the tool.
Youth development is the goal.

Our programs are grounded in Positive Youth Development and intentionally support confidence, competence, connection, character, and caring.

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