WCA News & Events
National Woods Board: Crafting the Future of Woodworking
Everyone involved with the woodworking industry knows this great profession is facing a critical challenge: a persistent shortage of skilled labor. This skills gap threatens the growth and sustainability of the industry as a whole. But not all industry stakeholders know there’s a solution on the horizon: The National Woods Board (NWB). This non-profit 501(c)(3) […]
Cabinet Makers Association Launches Scholarship Fund to Support Aspiring Woodworkers
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) is proud to announce the establishment of the Cabinet Makers Association Scholarship Fund (CMASF), a new initiative aimed at supporting individuals aspiring to build a career in the woodworking industry. This fund provides valuable financial assistance to those pursuing woodworking-related education or training. To be eligible […]
Updated Rules Announced for AWFS Fair Fresh Wood Student Competition
The Association of Woodworking and Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS) announced that the official rules and information for the 2025 Fresh Wood Student Competition are now available online. The biennial event, which takes place July 22-25 at the AWFS Fair in Las Vegas, invites U.S high school juniors and seniors, plus post-secondary students in woodworking or related […]