Angelina College to Launch Lineworker Program, Receives $15K Grant

Angelina College recently revealed that the Angelina College Foundation was awarded a $15,000 grant from the CenterPoint Energy Foundation to support the launch of a new Electrical Lineworker Program. The funding will help establish a workforce training pathway designed to prepare students for careers in the electric utility industry—one of the most in-demand trades in Texas and across the nation.

How Will The Grant Be Used?

The Electrical Lineworker Program will equip students with the technical skills, safety knowledge, and hands-on experience required to enter the workforce as qualified lineworkers. As demand for reliable energy infrastructure continues to grow, driven by population growth, storm recovery efforts, and grid modernization, trained lineworkers are increasingly critical to communities throughout the region.

This grant reflects the CenterPoint Energy Foundation’s commitment to investing in education and workforce development. Angelina College is grateful for the Foundation’s partnership in making this new program possible and looks forward to connecting graduates with meaningful career opportunities in the energy sector.

“This grant from the CenterPoint Energy Foundation is a tremendous investment in the future of our students and our community. The Electrical Lineworker Program will open doors to well-paying careers and help meet a critical workforce need in East Texas.”

— Aaron Smith, Electrical Lineworker Instructor, Angelina College

The grant was awarded through the CenterPoint Energy Foundation as part of its focus on education and community vitality. Angelina College Foundation submitted the application on behalf of the college as part of ongoing efforts to expand technical and workforce education programs available to students in the region.