Painting & Decorating Foundation

The Painting and Decorating Foundation is an industry advancement fund. It represents St. Louis area union painting, wallcovering, and drywall taping contractors signatory to a collective bargaining agreement with Painters District Council #2. The foundation serves contractors and employees through educational programs, advertising, lobbying, and social functions. It also provides resources to the local construction industry, architects, and the public. Founded in 1974 by six contractors, the organization developed to address changes in the industry, including regulations affecting hazardous materials and workplace safety. Its early public awareness efforts included a contractor directory and print and television advertising. The foundation also works in partnership with the union and has promoted labor-management cooperation, including evening work options for businesses.