BRICCS Program
Building Skills & Futures
Brick Masonry Training & Certification for Youth Ages 16–24
Our Intent
The BRICCS Program is more than learning how to lay bricks.
It’s about laying the foundation for young men to build safe shelters, strong communities, and sustainable careers.
Through hands-on training, real-world projects, and professional mentorship, we equip youth with the skills to work in construction, masonry, and building trades—while instilling leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
Our Mission in Action
Outdoor Life Leadership exists to make outdoor safety possible while creating economic mobility opportunities for young men.
The BRICCS Program brings that mission to life by:
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Teaching a skilled trade that is always in demand
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Connecting youth with volunteer mentors in the construction industry
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Showing how survival skills can translate into professional work
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Empowering youth to build emergency shelters for communities in need
This isn’t just job training. It’s leadership training with bricks, mortar, and purpose.
Get Involved
For Sponsors:
Your sponsorship helps us cover training materials, tools, safety gear, and certification costs for youth who otherwise couldn’t afford it. Sponsoring BRICCS means investing in the workforce of tomorrow and strengthening community resilience today.
For Youth:
If you’re 16–17 and ready to learn a skill that can put you to work, BRICCS is your next step. No prior experience needed—just a willingness to learn, work hard, and be part of a team.
For Volunteers:
If you have skills in construction, masonry, or trades—or you’re just willing to assist on-site—your time makes a direct impact. You’ll mentor youth, help with builds, and shape the next generation of skilled workers.
Impact That Matters
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Skill Development: Youth learn bricklaying, mortar mixing, structural design, and safety procedures.
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Career Readiness: Graduates receive industry-recognized training and entry-level job opportunities.
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Community Benefit: Projects include building outdoor ovens, small structures, signage, and emergency-use shelters.
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Mentorship: Experienced masons, builders, and volunteers guide each student from first brick to finished structure.
When our youth graduate from BRICCS, they leave with certification, confidence, and career connections.
Volunteer-Powered Training
The BRICCS Program is 100% volunteer-led—powered by skilled tradespeople, industry partners, and community members who believe in giving back.
Every brick placed is supported by the hands of people who care. Every wall built is part of a much bigger picture: stronger youth, stronger families, stronger communities.