The Louisiana Contractors Education Foundation (LCEF) recently presented a $50,000 grant to Baton Rouge Community College and the BRCC Foundation to support the college’s newly opened Capital City Construction Lab. The grant will help strengthen BRCC’s construction and skilled trades training opportunities by supporting hands-on learning, industry-standard equipment and resources that prepare students for careers in a growing industry.
Officially opened in August 2026, the Capital City Construction Lab provides students with a unique, open-air training environment designed to simulate real-world construction job sites. The facility supports hands-on instruction in carpentry, electrical, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing and construction management.
The lab expands BRCC’s ability to provide practical training that complements classroom instruction and helps students develop the technical knowledge and experience employers are seeking. It also supports the college’s commitment to building clear pathways into high-demand, high-wage careers while helping meet the Capital Region’s need for a skilled and qualified workforce.
Through partnerships with industry leaders and organizations like LCEF, BRCC continues to strengthen its programs, expand student opportunities and serve as a leading talent developer for the Capital Region.
