In 1935, Congress declared the first Sunday of August as National Friendship Day. The idea of a day to celebrate our friends is not just an American one, in that Friendship Day is celebrated all over the world. While this day has been set aside,…
It’s time to make plans for your trip to AIFD® Symposium this summer and so what better time than now to select what will enhance your experience while you’re there! Will it be a Reserved Seat on Row 2, 3 or 4 for every Main…
The AIFD Foundation annually awards grants and scholarships to floral design students and professional floral designers. One of the newest scholarships is S.H.I.N.E. (Scholarships Help Inspire Nurturing Education). This scholarship offers professional floral designers the opportunity to continue their floral design education through a specialized mentorship with some of the absolute best floral designers in our industry.
Did you know that you could donate to the AIFD Foundation while you are shopping? Read on to find out how.
A PFDE Scholarship is awarded annually, by the AIFD Foundation, to recognize the incredible talent of the Overall Student Competition Winner. This scholarship covers the costs of PFDE up to $3,000. This year’s winner really knocked it out of the park! Kiara Benavides from Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, CA was the well-deserving winner, thanks in part, to the guidance and leadership of her advisor Melinda Lynch AIFD.
For years, the AIFD Foundation has relied on the support of floral industry professionals to make a difference in the lives of others. At the 2022 Symposium, the Friends of the AIFD Foundation initiative was launched to strengthen the program of work of the AIFD Foundation so that these educational opportunities may continue to grow.
These Hands-on Educational Events are offered during AIFD Symposium! Proceeds benefit the AIFD Foundation Bart HassamSaturday, July 9, 20228:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Caesars ForumLas Vegas Only $399 to study hands-on with the World Cup Champion! This World-class Lecture and Hands-on Demonstration will illustrate a variety…
Just as roots support plants, the AIFD Foundation supports a variety of educational offerings! Your support of the Silent Auction directly benefits our program of work.
Through this Virtual Auction you can bid on experiences to enhance your Symposium experience!
During the 2022 AIFD Symposium, “Roots,” Joseph will present a main stage program and a technical hands-on class with proceeds benefiting the AIFD Foundation. Don’t miss this phenomenal hands-on workshop and the opportunity to support the AIFD Foundation.