WELCOME TO BRIGHTER OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH TRADE
We weld skills, business, and community into one unstoppable force.
The BOTT Foundation empowers underserved Brooklynites through hands-on trade training, small business development, and real-world construction projects — because talent deserves opportunity, and neighborhoods thrive when residents build them from the ground up.
WELCOME TO BRIGHTER OPPORTUNITES THROUGH TRADE
We weld skills, business, and community into one unstoppable force.
The BOTT Foundation empowers underserved Brooklynites through hands-on trade training, small business development, and real-world construction projects — because talent deserves opportunity, and neighborhoods thrive when residents build them from the ground up.
WELCOME TO THE BRIGHTER OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH TRADE FOUNDATION
We weld skills, business, and community into one unstoppable force.
The BOTT Foundation empowers underserved Brooklynites through hands-on trade training, small business development, and real-world construction projects — because talent deserves opportunity, and neighborhoods thrive when residents build them from the ground up.
WELCOME TO THE BRIGHTER OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH TRADE FOUNDATION
We weld skills, business, and community into one unstoppable force.
The BOTT Foundation empowers underserved Brooklynites through hands-on trade training, small business development, and real-world construction projects — because talent deserves opportunity, and neighborhoods thrive when residents build them from the ground up.
WHAT STUDENTS SAY
Testimonials
Behind every skill is a story.
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Meet the welder who turned training into a six-figure career.
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Learn how a local contractor gained confidence to bid on larger jobs.
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See the community projects built with BOTT-trained talent.
BOTT gave me the skills and confidence to start a welding career I never thought possible. Within weeks of graduating, I landed my first full-time job.
Malik J., Welding Graduate
The workshops were hands-on, practical, and exactly what I needed to move from odd jobs to a steady career. The support doesn’t stop at training — they connect you to real opportunities.
Danielle R., Program Participant
As a local business owner, partnering with BOTT has been a game-changer. Their graduates come prepared, and it’s clear they care about building both people and community.
Luis M., Construction Partner
At BOTT, we believe every neighborhood has untapped potential — in its people, its businesses, and its future. We exist to unlock that potential by training residents in high-demand trades, creating job pathways, and connecting small businesses to larger opportunities.
OUR STATS
Us in Numbers
We’re not just teaching skills, we’re changing lives. Our programs prepare individuals to step confidently into careers that sustain families and strengthen communities. From welding certifications available today to upcoming workshops in project management, administration, estimating, and site safety, BOTT is building a foundation for long-term growth in Brooklyn and beyond.
FIND YOUR PATH
Our Programs
COMING SOON:
Project Management Workshops
Leadership skills for overseeing construction projects from start to finish.
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Project Administration
Learn the paperwork, scheduling, and compliance skills that keep projects moving smoothly.
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Estimating Workshops
Master the numbers side of construction with hands-on estimating training.
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Site Safety Training
OSHA-based safety courses to keep worksites compliant and crews protected.
LET'S BUILD A PARTNERSHIP
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