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Support our programming as a Community Partner or Construction Ally, volunteer for a committee within our organization, and find more ways to empower contractors.

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CAIA supports contractors at all stages with construction-specific programming, social capital, and education to empower underrepresented business owners to thrive.

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About CAIA

Meet our board, read our story, and learn more about Construction Allies in Action, a Grand Rapids-based nonprofit.

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Talk is cheap.
Action is priceless.

The Construction Allies in Action initiative aims to help underrepresented contractors thrive in the construction industry. And we need your help.

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Building Beyond the Framework | Más Allá de la Estructura

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Real change starts from the top.

Construction Allies in Action challenges construction industry leaders to be agents of generational change through actionable items, transparency, and accountability.

Support from Allies, Partners, and Sponsors helps the organization develop and manage programming for underrepresented contractors who need help to grow.

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The Strong Foundations Program has been pivotal for me and my business. As a minority female, it has strategically placed me in a position to scale my business and put me in front of partners I may not have been connected with otherwise.

 

– Lisa Knight, Owner of DV Apple Logistics, Strong Foundations
Program Graduate

Resources like the Strong Foundations Program help project owners engage prospective bidders. The program can be an asset to those who are starting a new business or looking to grow in a sustainable way.

 

– Lake Michigan Credit Union, Construction Ally

The Strong Foundations Program has been of immense benefit to our company. The industry-specific courses and workshops helped us to define our role and requirements as a firm, and the mentorship program continues to be a source of profound support and wisdom.

 

– Ogden Wright, Owner of Xaymaca LLC, Strong Foundations
Program Graduate

We believe that the trajectory created by the Construction Allies in Action powering new vendor development and education is critical toward ensuring a deeper contractor pool is available to support the region’s growth. Like-minded organizations will find a win-win partnership that not only accomplishes this mission but helps deliver on the promise of creating a more equitable and prosperous future for the community at large.

 

– Gerald R. Ford International Airport, Construction Ally

CAIA Events

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Meet & Greet

Mingle with Contractors

February 2026

Time TBD
@ TBD

registration coming next year!

C2E2

Share Projects, Exchange Capabilities

June 25, 2025

4:00 – 6:00 PM
GRCC-MTEC

register here!