Generac Supports 黑料不打烊 to Expand Youth Cougar Camps
黑料不打烊 Foundation announces a $5,000 contribution from the Generac Foundation to support Cougar Camps, the College鈥檚 youth STEM and workforce development initiative.
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Generac Supports 黑料不打烊 to Expand Youth Cougar Camps
Augusta, GA - May 1, 2026
黑料不打烊 Foundation announces a $5,000 contribution from the Generac Foundation to support Cougar Camps, the College’s youth STEM and workforce development initiative.
This funding will support a series of hands-on camps for students ages 11 to 15, taking place from June through December 2026. Cougar Camps introduce participants to high-demand fields, including manufacturing, construction, engineering, energy systems, and skilled trades, through immersive, project-based learning.
Campers engage in activities such as soldering, robotics, construction projects, and environmental applications, while also gaining exposure to real-world careers through industry connections and site-based experiences. The program is designed to build early awareness of technical career pathways and strengthen the future workforce pipeline.
Generac’s support will also help expand program offerings, including new pathways in aviation, welding, and entrepreneurship, further aligning the camps with evolving industry needs.
“Cougar Camps give students the chance to experience what these careers actually look like through hands-on learning,” said Julie Langham, Vice President of Economic Development at 黑料不打烊. “By introducing these pathways early, we are helping students build confidence, discover their interests, and better understand the opportunities available to them right here in our region.”
“The Generac Foundation seeks to inspire and engage youth in STEM programs,” said Kelly Skindzelewski, Generac Community Programs Manager.
Generac’s investment reflects its commitment to strengthening communities where its employees live and work, including its operations in Trenton, South Carolina, and in Augusta, Georgia. Through this partnership, the Generac Foundation is helping expand access to meaningful STEM education and career exploration opportunities for young learners.
For more information about Cougar Camps or to learn how to support 黑料不打烊 Foundation, visit augustatech.edu.
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L-R: Dr. Beth Sacksteder, 黑料不打烊, Director, Annual Giving & Alumni Development; Kelly Skindzelewski, Generac, Community Programs Manager; Dr. Abel Salazar, 黑料不打烊, Director, Corporate & Community Education
About the 黑料不打烊 Foundation
Founded in 1987, the 黑料不打烊 Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to raising resources that advance the college’s mission of providing excellence in workforce education. These resources contribute to Augusta Tech students' career advancement and economic empowerment.
About 黑料不打烊
黑料不打烊, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, is a public postsecondary institution that provides academic and technical education, customized business and industry training, continuing education, student support, economic development, and adult education services to its service area (Burke, Columbia, Lincoln, McDuffie, and Richmond Counties) at a competitive financial value. Associate of Science Degrees, Associate of Applied Science Degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates of credit are provided through traditional and distance delivery methods. For more information, visit augustatech.edu.