ATI Foundation Awards $50,000 Grant to Charleston Tech Week and Gray Matters to Launch “Accelerating Career Readiness” Program

The ATI Foundation announced a $500,000 investment in the Charleston Workforce Housing Fund, a collaborative initiative led by the Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA) to expand access to affordable housing for the region’s workforce.

The ATI Foundation is excited to announce the first round of recipients for its grant program, awarding a total of $272,500 to six organizations to strengthen local workforce development programs and expand community impact across South Carolina.

As ATI’s largest team, the Contracts & Procurement department plays a critical role in supporting programs that advance our nation’s industrial base. But their impact doesn’t stop there—they’re also committed to strengthening our local community.

When military service ends, the transition to civilian life often comes with new challenges—and new potential. For many veterans, that next chapter includes launching a business, bringing discipline, innovation, and leadership to the private sector. The ATI Foundation is proud to be part of that journey.

ATI Foundation Invests in Charleston Metro Chamber’s People First to Create a Blueprint to Advance Education and Workforce Readiness

The ATI Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Advanced Technology International (ATI), is proud to announce its investment in the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce’s People First education blueprint — a bold initiative designed to eliminate opportunity gaps and build a more skilled regional workforce.

ATI Foundation Awards $60,000 to 12 Nonprofits Selected by Employees

ATI, through its charitable Foundation, has awarded $60,000 to 12 nonprofit organizations that make a meaningful impact in their communities. Each organization was nominated and selected by ATI employees, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting causes that matter most to its workforce.

This funding supports nonprofits working in areas such as youth development, environmental conservation, veteran and military family support, basic human needs, animal welfare, and healthcare.​

The following nonprofits are receiving $5,000 each:​

• ALS Association – South Carolina Chapter

• Berkeley County Animal Center

• Camp Happy Days

• First Tee of Greater Charleston

• Folds of Honor – Palmetto State Chapter

• Katie’s Krops

• Meals on Wheels Summerville

• Palmetto Paws Animal Rescue

• Sustainability Institute​

• The Outside Foundation

• Warrior Surf Foundation

• Windwood Farm Home for Children

By empowering its workforce to participate in the selection process, ATI ensures that its charitable giving supports causes that are not only vital to society but also personally meaningful to the people within the organization.