By Sharon McGukin AIFD, AAF, PFCI
Active members in good standing of AIFD, have the opportunity to nominate individuals for anaward. Take precaution to read the criteria of each award and nominate the right person for the correct award. Offer specific details as to why they deserve your recommendation.
An important award for honoring individuals outside the floral industry is the Award of Merit Non-Industry.
Whom should you consider for this important designation?
This award is presented to individuals outside the floral industry who are selected because of their personal
or professional use of fresh flowers in such a manner as to be a credit to the floral profession.
To receive this award, your nominee must meet this criteria:
- In what way does this individual, group or company use flowers in a public manner?
- Has their individual, group or company effort with flowers resulted in a greater awareness of flowers and/or floral design?
- Does this awareness come about through floral education?
- How would presenting this award to this person, group or company impact the visibility of AIFD?
How to Submit a Nomination
Nominations will be received October 1, 2025 – February 26, 2026.
- Visit the aifd.org website. Click on Award of Merit Non-Industry.
- Fully complete the form with pertinent information. Attach a personal letter of recommendation.
- Follow website instructions for submitting both documents to AIFD.
Form or campaign letters will not be considered. Letters of recommendation are kept on file for two years.
Thank you for helping AIFD to recognize active members who give exceptional service to the organization.
If you have questions, please contact the current Awards Chairperson – John Kittinger. He’s happy to help.
What deserving AIFD member would you nominate for an award to be presented in Orlando – July 2026?
