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PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Mar 24, 2026–PPG (NYSE:PPG) and the PPG Foundation today announced a commitment to invest $10 million globally through 2030 to support skilled trades initiatives, with a focus on advanced manufacturing and coatings applications.

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PPG and the PPG Foundation announced a $10 million global investment through 2030 to support skilled trades education, empowering students with hands on training for modern manufacturing and coatings application careers.

The funding will support programs that equip students with the hands-on training and technical expertise needed for modern manufacturing and coatings application roles. Through partnerships with technical and vocational schools, community colleges and other workforce training providers, the commitment aims to support education and training that help individuals build practical, job-ready and technology-enabled skills.

“Industries across the globe are facing a growing demand for skilled workers both in essential coatings trades and advanced manufacturing roles that are shaping the future of production,” said Malesia Dunn, executive director, PPG Foundation and corporate global social responsibility. “Our goal is to help people build the skills they need to succeed in those industries today and to adapt as those workplaces continue to evolve.”

PPG previously announced a $2 million commitment to workforce training initiatives for 2023-25 that was exceeded and completed early.