Grants Awarded to Support Aspiring Floral Designers
Four floral design programs have received a total of $30,000 through the American Floral Endowment’s James and Helen Phillip Program. …
American Floral Endowment
Shelby Shy Memorial Tribute Established
A memorial tribute has been established by industry members Lori, Brian and Tanner Wheat from Lafayette Florists in Colorado, Charles Ingrum of Dr. Delphinium in Dallas, Texas, and the Midwest Group to honor Shelby Shy who passed away May 8, 2019 at the age of 38. …
Seven Students Awarded AFE Internships
This March, five students were awarded Vic & Margaret Ball (production) Internships and two students were awarded a Mosmiller (retail) Internship. Each will also receive scholarships after successfully completing their paid internships, lasting between three to six months.
It’s a win-win for the industry – students can apply their knowledge, while industry organizations bring top talent and fresh thinking to their operation. …
AFE Announces the Winner of the 2019 Paul Ecke, Jr. Scholarship
Established in 2002, the Paul Ecke, Jr. fund offers $5,000 a year for two years to one graduate student who demonstrates the skills and passion to become a leading floricultural scientist and educator. The scholarship honors the late Paul Ecke, Jr., who made significant contributions to the floriculture industry and believed strongly in research and education. …
AFE’s 2019 Fundraising & Recognition Dinner
AFE’s largest fundraising event of the year – the 2019 Annual Fundraising Dinner is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Amelia Island, FL, in conjunction with the Society of American Florists’ Annual Convention. …