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Metallica’s All Within My Hands Foundation has donated over $10 million to workforce education, primarily through grants to trade schools and community colleges. This initiative provides scholarships to individuals like Carmen DeBerry, a commercial delivery driver in Baltimore, enabling them to pursue vocational training they otherwise couldn’t afford. The band’s philanthropic efforts stemmed from donating leftover concert food to food banks, evolving into disaster relief and workforce development. Band members express a commitment to giving back, recognizing the importance of skilled trades and the impact their support has on individuals and communities. They held an annual fundraiser concert in Los Angeles. This Giving Tuesday, December 2, Metallica’s foundation AWMH is partnering with their long-standing supporter, Carhartt, to help provide five million meals through Feeding America.

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Metallica’s Foundation Drives Change, One Scholarship at a Time

Baltimore, MD – November 30, 2025 – Heavy metal legends Metallica are making headlines not just for their music, but for their dedication to workforce development through their All Within My Hands (AWMH) Foundation. The foundation has donated over $10 million to trade schools and community colleges, providing scholarships that are transforming lives across the country.

Carmen DeBerry, a commercial delivery driver in Baltimore, is one such beneficiary. Receiving a Metallica Scholarship at the Community College of Baltimore County allowed her to earn her commercial driver’s license, opening up new career opportunities. “It feels awesome,” DeBerry said. “You know, I take care of my daughter, and I also take care of my mother.”

Metallica’s commitment to vocational training stems from a deep appreciation for the skilled trades. Lead singer James Hetfield, son of a truck driver, emphasized the vital role these workers play in society, especially highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Not everyone is built for college, and not everyone needs college,” Hetfield stated. “The plumber, the electrician, the truck driver…they were there. And thank God for them. You know, my thought is that the next millionaires will be the tradesmen.”

The band’s philanthropy began with simple acts, like donating leftover food from concerts to local food banks, and evolved into significant financial contributions to disaster relief efforts. “When disaster struck in the band’s backyard, that’s when he says it hit home: And we were able to, like, jump in and, like, really help people right off the bat.” said guitarist Kirk Hammett.

The band has hosted annual fundraisers and raised $3.5 million last year, drawing support from celebrities like Jason Momoa.

Drummer Lars Ulrich added, “I mean, we all depend on each other – you know, if you really want to break it down, then you go, humans are herd animals and really thrive, you know, the flock does better when everybody is doing well.”

Hetfield experienced the impact of the foundation first hand when meeting DeBerry at a show in Landover, Maryland. “We get to go from thousands that are making big noise, that we know we’re impacting, but to get a one-on-one, you know, heart-to-heart with somebody whose life you’ve changed, it changes mine.” Hetfield said.

This Giving Tuesday, December 2, Metallica’s foundation AWMH is partnering with their long-standing supporter, Carhartt, to help provide five million meals through Feeding America.

To learn more about All Within My Hands and its initiatives, visit allwithinmyhands.org.

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