THE STORY BEHIND THE NAME

The Clayton Mark Foundation is a nonprofit created to honor the life and legacy of Clayton Mark Randall, a young man full of promise, determination, and a passion for building his future through the skilled trades. Just one week after graduating high school, Clayton tragically passed away before he could begin that journey.

In his memory, the foundation exists to support other young people pursuing careers in the trades - providing scholarships, mentorship, and career opportunities to help them build meaningful, successful futures.

The Clayton Mark Foundation is dedicated to closing the skilled trades gap by investing in young people ready to build, fix, and create - supporting not just education, but long-term career success.

Clayton Mark, a young man wearing a black suit, black shirt, and a black baseball cap, standing outdoors in a grassy area with yellow flowers, trees, and a partly cloudy sky in the background.

Foundation Pillars

  • Close-up of a silver ballpoint pen resting on a paper check, focusing on the pen's tip and part of the check with dollar amount and signature lines visible.

    Scholarships

    Financial support for students pursuing technical and trade education programs.

  • Scrabble tiles spelling out "ONBOARD MENTOR START," with some tiles scattered on a dark surface.

    Mentorships

    Connecting students with experienced professionals for guidance, support, and real-world insight.

  • Two women working on metal fabrication in a workshop. One is welding while the other is supervising or assisting. Both are wearing safety gear including goggles and gloves.

    Career Support

    Creating direct connections to internships, apprenticeships, and long-term opportunities.

Our Partners