ALEXANDRIA, VA – The American Floral Endowment (AFE) has released the annual report detailing its project allocations for the 2014-2015 fiscal year. In all, 13 new research projects were funded and more than $125,000 was awarded through scholarships, grants and internships.
Highlights include:
- Business Internship Program, introducing business students to the floral industry – NEW!
- Young Professionals Council, providing mentoring opportunities for young industry members – NEW!
- More than $500,000 in consumer and scientific research, floral design and educational grants, scholarships and internships.
- New named funds
- FREE downloadable reports – Funeral Directors and Flowers Guide, Consumer Preference Studies, research studies on pests, diseases and others.
- Donor recognitions, audited financial statements, two new memorial tributes, fundraising dinner highlights, and more!
"The annual report showcases the exciting new ways AFE's efforts have been serving all industry segments," said AFE Chairman Gabriel Becerra. "Industry support is critical to helping the Endowment provide programs that benefit everyone."
To see past annual reports dating back to 1988, visit endowment.org/annual-reports.
About AFE
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The American Floral Endowment is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the floriculture and horticulture industry through funding research, educational grants and scholarships. Since 1961, more than $15 million has been funded in research and educational projects, and more than $1.5 million has been funded in scholarships and internships designed to attract and retain the future leaders of the industry. To learn more about AFE or make a tax-deductible contribution, visit www.endowment.org.
Source: The American Floral Endowment
