James and Helen Phillip Scholarship Grant Fund
This grant funds institutions to support student scholarships for training in retail and floral design, aiming to strengthen the floral industry's workforce, especially in the Great Lakes region.
Funder: American Floral Endowment
Due Dates: March 1, 2027 (annual application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Block grants to institutions for scholarships; individual awards may not exceed 50% of a student’s total tuition, fees, books, and supplies per term.
Summary: Supports students pursuing careers in retail and floral design through institutional grants, with preference for the Great Lakes region.
Description
The James and Helen Phillip Scholarship Grant Fund honors the legacy of James and Helen Phillip by providing scholarship assistance to students interested in retail and floral design careers. Established with a $500,000 endowment, the fund distributes block grants to eligible institutions—primarily in the Great Lakes region, but also to other institutions with established floral design programs. The goal is to help students in need, support the training of skilled workers for retail flower shops, and create a lasting impact on the floral industry.
