Announcing the American Floral Endowment’s 60th Anniversary Fundraising Event

For the second year in a row, the American Floral Endowment (AFE)’s annual fundraising event will be held virtually in order to assure the safety and health of the floral community.

Paul Ecke, Jr. & Altman Family Scholarship Recipients – Flourishing Industry Prodigies

With technology, sustainability, and possibilities on the brain, all three students are aiming high for the floral future with hopes to give back to the industry through their career endeavors. They cite the American Floral Endowment’s Altman & Ecke Scholarships affording them the time and funds to pursue precise projects, ease the financial burden of their education, and expand their work.

New Research Projects Funded by the American Floral Endowment for 2021-2022

April 21, 2021 American Floral Endowment

AFE’s research has provided generations of advances and will continue to do so – sharing knowledge that helps the industry grow stronger. As AFE celebrates our 60th Anniversary, we also are pleased to share the new research funding for this year.

Looking Ahead – AFE Trustees Meet to Plan Future Growth

As the Endowment celebrates our 60th Anniversary of providing for the future of the industry, the Trustees focused on new funding, programs, and projects being carried out in 2021.

Joshua Craver Joins AFE’s Vic & Margaret Ball Committee

Joshua Craver, Ph.D. has been appointed as the newest member of AFE’s Vic & Margaret Ball Committee for the Vic & Margaret Ball Intern Scholarship Program. Joshua Craver is an assistant professor of Controlled Environment Horticulture at Colorado State University.