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Cornerstone Craftsman - New nonprofit teaches trade skills.

On page 3 of the article you will find the great news showing that Cornerstone Craftsman, a nonprofit dedicated to mentoring local youth through trade skills, celebrated its grand opening Feb. 28 on Eisenhower Avenue.

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Exciting News: We Are Officially a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit!

We are thrilled to announce that Cornerstone Craftsman has officially received its 501(c)(3) letter! This milestone allows us to further our mission of creating meaningful impact in our community with greater support and resources, and continue building a brighter future together. Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey—we couldn’t have done it without you!

Donate today and make a difference in the lives of Alexandria’s at-risk youth! All donations are immediately tax-deductible! and are still being matched dollar for dollar.

IRS 501(c)(3) Determination Letter Effective

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Nonprofit offering mentorship to local teens opens new Eisenhower HQ

Zebra reported that Cornerstone Craftsman, a new nonprofit dedicated to teaching Alexandria teens trade skills, celebrated a grand opening on Friday of its new Eisenhower Avenue home.

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Cornerstone Craftsman Celebrates Grand Opening of New Alexandria Location

Cornerstone Craftsman, a newly established nonprofit dedicated to mentoring local youth, celebrated the grand opening of its new location on Friday, Feb. 28 at 2111 Eisenhower Ave., Suite 102.

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A New Perspective on Alexandria: Insights from Mayor on Challenges, Growth, and Diversity

Alyia Gaskins is pictured with pre-apprentices from Cornerstone Craftsman, whose mission is to provide youth with the instruction, tools, and mentoring required to earn a livable wage and have a viable career in the skilled trades.

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Nonprofit dedicated to teaching kids trade skills

Cornerstone Craftsman, a local non-profit that provides local teens with instruction, tools and mentoring to work in skilled trades, is hosting a grand opening for a new facility on Eisenhower Avenue next month.

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Alexandria Gang Prevention Community Task Force

Roberto Gomez, a dedicated Alexandria Gang Prevention Task Force member, is implementing a groundbreaking workforce development and monitoring program at the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Center (NVJDC).

Alexandria City Newsletter

Alexandria Times, We’ve Impacted Generations

Around 350 hot dogs and burgers were doled out by several city staffers and teenagers with Cornerstone Craftsman Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to mentoring at-risk teens to decrease juvenile crime rates through community service

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Roberto Gomez, 40 Under 40 Honoree

Each honoree was selected for their professional accomplishments, scholastic achievement, community impact, and personal story. The 40 Under 40 program was established in 2016 to recognize those age, 40 and under.

Cornerstone Craftsman: Constructing Futures

As you scroll through the @alexcitytitans Instagram page, you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of Cornerstone Craftsman, an up-and-coming construction organization based in Alexandria, Virginia.

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Apprenticeship Helps Teen Gain Employment

The future of work looks different for many people. As economic constraints persist and college costs increase, some youths pursue apprenticeship training to make their dreams come true.

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