Supporting Education for All Levels of the Industry, One Grant at a Time

October 25, 2022 American Floral Endowment

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) is pleased to announce that 19 organizations will receive Educational Grants in 2022-23 from the Endowment, totaling $76,590 given in support of important industry programs. 

AFE Creates New Young Professional Advisor Position

September 22, 2022 American Floral Endowment

As a part of the American Floral Endowment’s continued focus on the next generation of floral industry members, a special advisory position has been established for AFE’s Board of Trustees. The AFE Young Professionals Council Advisor to the Board is a special position that will engage and interact with the AFE Board of Trustees and Staff to represent the industry’s young professionals and share their perspectives.

Appreciation, Recognition, and Funding The Future of Floriculture

September 19, 2022 American Floral Endowment

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) hosted its annual event during the SAF Annual Convention in Orlando, Florida, on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.

AFE Announces New Chairman and Trustee Appointments

September 15, 2022 American Floral Endowment

The American Floral Endowment (AFE) announces the appointment of its new Chairman of the Board and incoming Trustees. The announcement was made during AFE’s annual event, Funding the Future of Floriculture, held on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, in Orlando, Florida, at the SAF Convention.

AFE Appoints New Research Coordinator

September 7, 2022 American Floral Endowment

One of the American Floral Endowment’s most important programs is its research funding, which shows the impacts of developing best practices and innovative ways to tackle industry challenges. This research guides the industry to new heights in sustainability, improved methods, and revolutionary discoveries. To help facilitate this mission, the Endowment has expanded its team to include a new Research Coordinator to assist with expanding research programs and communicating the findings.