The Gene Haas Foundation has awarded $15,000 to the school. That money will be used in a variety of ways, including scholarships for students in manufacturing and engineering. Tri-Star has also used past grants from the foundation to help students attend manufacturing competitions.

There were no classes Monday at Tri-Star Career Compact, but the school was still open to hold a blood drive. Equipment was set up in the school's student union for the drive. Those with Tri-Star say that the drive helps support their students through scholarships, with money being awarded with every unit donated.