This grant funds underrepresented communications students from San Diego or Imperial Counties to attend the PRSSA International Conference for professional development and networking.
Funder: PRSA Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $335 for conference registration; supports up to two students annually.
Summary: Enables underrepresented communications students from San Diego or Imperial Counties to attend the PRSSA International Conference and connect with industry leaders.
Key Information: Not required to be a PRSSA member; eligibility limited to students from San Diego or Imperial Counties.
This grant, created in honor of Eva Irving—an influential public relations leader—supports college students from San Diego and Imperial Counties who are underrepresented in the communications industry. The award covers conference registration (up to $335) for the PRSSA International Conference, providing recipients with opportunities to engage with industry leaders, participate in professional development sessions, and expand their networks. The grant is intended to help students explore careers in public relations, marketing, communications, social media, and related fields, and to promote diversity within the communications profession.