Community Project

TOOLS FOR TOMORROW

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Building Bright Futures & Teaching Trades to Nashville's Youth

Support The Program
The Mission

Teaching the Trades,
Building Confidence

Tools for Tomorrow is a community outreach program started by Monte Johnson, founder and lead contractor of Grandson's Remodeling, LLC. Built on the belief that manual trade skills teach discipline, critical thinking, and pride in one's work, Monte hosts free workshops for kids aged 9-17 in the local Nashville area.

In these workshops, kids get hands-on experience using basic tools, learning workshop safety, and constructing real projects like portable speakers and small wooden boxes. Monte covers all expenses—including building kits, materials, and safety gear—entirely out of his own pocket. Parents sign their children up for 100% free.

"My grandfather taught me the trade, and it changed the course of my life. I want to pass that gift on to the kids in our community—showing them that they can build anything they set their minds to."

— Demonte "Monte" Johnson

Workshop Gallery (Click photos to enlarge)

Tools for Tomorrow official poster and signup flyer
Building speaker kits close-up

Why We Need Your Support

To expand the Tools for Tomorrow program, reach more kids, and purchase higher-quality building kits, we are planning our first official fundraising drive. Every contribution helps buy materials for a child's next project.

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Tool Kits & Safety Gear

Each child is equipped with their own safety glasses, tape measure, hammer, and customized tools that they get to keep.

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Project Materials

Sponsorship covers the cost of pre-cut wood kits, electronic components for speakers, adhesives, and paints.

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Space & Facilities

Helps cover venue rental fees, tables, and insurance for workshop locations throughout the winter and summer.

Join the Effort

Pledge Support or Register a Child

Fill out the form below to register interest for a youth workshop, pledge a donation, volunteer, or get notified when registration opens.