AFE Floral Design Grants Offer Scholarships to Floral Design Students

November 12, 2021 American Floral Endowment

Established to honor James and Helen Phillip by their daughter Lee Phillip Bell, the Grant provides scholarship assistance to students enrolled in floral design programs.  Initially funded in 2008, the program leaves a legacy honoring The Phillips that supports the education of students and intends to create a pool of trained workers to fill positions in retail flower shops. 

Industry-Wide Recruitment Resources Provided by American Floral Endowment

November 8, 2021 American Floral Endowment

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) has announced new customizable recruitment resources developed to help every industry segment’s local and national recruiting efforts. When used with the AFE Career Center, these templates provide floral industry members with everything they need to promote open positions and recruit broadly. 

New Grant Provides Support for Retail-Focused Educational Programs

October 26, 2021 American Floral Endowment

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) is pleased to announce the creation of the Meinders Retail Florist Education Grant Fund that will provide financial support for retail florist education.

AFE Educational Grants Strengthen the Future of Floriculture

October 22, 2021 American Floral Endowment

Through the American Floral Endowment (AFE), 17 programs will receive funding through American Floral Endowment 2021-21 Educational Grants. The organizations, universities, and industry groups receiving grant funding offer a diverse array of programs that are vital to the floral industry’s advancement and success.

Twenty-One Students Awarded AFE Scholarships

October 15, 2021 American Floral Endowment

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) has awarded 21 students with scholarships totaling $54,500. In this 2021 scholarship cycle, 57 applications were received and reviewed.