Tony Torrice Professional Development Grant
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Tony Torrice Professional Development Grant supports design and furnishings professionals through independent or academic study to advance their skills and further their professional development.
Funder: International Furnishings and Design Association Educational Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,500, paid in U.S. dollars
Summary: Supports professionals in design or furnishings-related fields pursuing independent or academic study to advance their skills.
Key Information: Undergraduate students are not eligible.
Description
The Tony Torrice Professional Development Grant is offered by the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA) Educational Foundation to support skill advancement in design and furnishings-related fields. It funds professional development through either independent learning or study in an academic setting, rather than limiting support to one educational format.
The grant centers on the connection between the applicant’s proposed study and the advancement of professional skills. It is intended for working professionals seeking further development in these fields. Recipients must use the funding for the purpose stated in their application, and the award cannot cover indirect costs associated with accepting the grant.
