Empowering the Next Generation of Skilled Trades

Operation Rebuild Foundation empowers CTE and LEA students through real‑world, collaborative projects—restoring decommissioned military HMMWVs while gaining career‑ready skills, leadership experience, and awareness of education and training benefits available through the Army National Guard.

Build Your Future While Building Something That Lasts

The Backbone of Our Nation’s Infrastructure
Operation Rebuild Foundation believes trade skills are essential, valuable, yet often overlooked contributors to our nation’s future. We engage and inspire students pursuing careers as welders, mechanics, electricians, carpenters, and more.

Powerful, Real‑World Learning Experiences

Simple, Structured Projects for CTE & LEA Schools

Created by Army National Guard veterans and industry professionals for educators and students, Operation Rebuild provides a clear project framework that makes planning, managing, and showcasing a full HMMWV rebuild straightforward and achievable.

Fully Integrated, Hands‑On Trade Education

Operation Rebuild is the only program you need to bring a large‑scale, real‑world project into your CTE/LEA curriculum. From vehicle delivery and a dedicated project budget to mentorship, branding assets, and event support, everything is included to help your students learn, lead, and succeed.

Built‑In Recognition, Branding, and Outreach

Operation Rebuild includes everything you need to highlight your students’ work: custom T‑shirts, banners, stickers, student awards, and a high‑profile Reveal Event. The completed HMMWV becomes a mobile showcase at parades, car shows, and community events—promoting your program, your students’ skills, and the opportunities available through the Army National Guard.

Clear Project Milestones to Track Student Progress

Get to know your students’ growth through a structured project timeline and measurable milestones. Track progress from initial planning and budgeting through hands‑on HMMWV restoration, safety inspection, and the final Reveal Event—so you can see how skills, leadership, and teamwork develop over the course of the school year.

What Educators and Partners Are Saying

We’ve participated in many CTE initiatives over the years, but Operation Rebuild stands out. Our students weren’t just “doing assignments”—they were leading a real project with real expectations, restoring a decommissioned HMMWV from the ground up. The support from Operation Rebuild Foundation and the Army National Guard made the experience feel truly collaborative and student‑centered.

Jordan Ellis

CTE Automotive Instructor

I was initially nervous about taking on such a large‑scale project with my students, but Operation Rebuild made the transition easy. The framework, budget support, and mentorship gave us everything we needed, and my students were energized by the chance to work on a real military vehicle. Seeing their pride at the Reveal Event—and knowing the HMMWV will represent their work at parades and community events—made every step worth it.