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The Foundation, along with its donors and sponsors, are working to build the future workforce of the graphic communications industry.

The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) is a not-for-profit organization that offers undergraduate college and technical school scholarships, educational use grants and graduate fellowship assistance to individual interested in graphic communication careers.

PGSF through a variety of programs focuses on attracting young people to the industry. We use a variety of communication and community building avenues to inform students as well as their community, parents, school administration, instructors and advisors, of the wide variety of career opportunities available. Individuals currently working and looking to pursue post-secondary education in order to seek a path into print, packaging and related industries are also eligible for financial assistance, even if they attend school part time.

Our educational use grant program is open to institutions and instructors directly engaged in Graphic Communication, Visual and Design Technology and Print-centric educational programs. High schools, trade schools, junior and community college associate programs, four-year colleges, and universities, along with Masters and Doctorate Degree programs can apply.

Testimonials

“I think of this past semester as a foundation for my graphic design skills, which is hugely important. I plan to study abroad in London next spring, and have internships lined up for this summer, all thanks to the skills I've learned this year and the help from PGSF!”

– Julia Banks, Harold Gegenheimer and Madeline McClure Gegenheimer Scholarship

“I want to thank everyone for their work in helping students like me be able to pursue and achieve our educational goals. It means a lot to me, my family, and the students I've been able to work with throughout my career. I will continue to promote these scholarship programs as I know it makes a big difference to so many students. Thank you for any part you play, and everything you do!!”

– Kalani Ferguson, Illinois Education Fund Fellowship recipient

“Without having to worry as much about finances towards my education and the quality of my supplies, I can focus more on my actual learning and spend more time improving my skills.”

– Abigail Rodriguez-Colón, Georgia Southern University

"I am honored to have received a PGSF scholarship because it shows that my education is valuable to more than just me and that I am supported in my career goals."

– Hannah Peterson, University of Wisconsin Stout

"To be recognized by PGSF is very validating to me as a collegiate designer. Receiving this award has helped greatly in easing the financial burden of obtaining a higher education. But above all, it encourages me to keep pursuing a career as a graphic designer. I feel very honored to have been selected for a PGSF scholarship."

– Chandler Bess, Oklahoma State University - School of Technology

"The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation has been a tremendous blessing to me and my family. Its financial support has allowed me to live out my dream of playing college basketball without having to worry about working to afford college. Going into my senior year, I’m still just as thankful to be a PGSF Scholar as when I was first selected. "

– Marcus Richardson, UNC Chapel Hill

What We Do

BUILDING THE FUTURE WORKFORCE OF THE GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY

Students

Scholarship awards vary in amount from $1,000 to $5,000 per academic year, in most cases, for up to four years. Financial assistance is also available for current employees in the industry who are taking part time classes to advance their career.

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Donor

Change the life of someone going to school by providing them the extra support they need to achieve their goals.

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Careers

Whether you are aware of it or not, graphic communications is all around you. It is an industry that has establishments in every state and nearly every city or town. And it offers a wide range of positions from production to administrative.

Resources

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Springhouse Receives 2023 PGSF Grant

Thank You PGSF Foundation for Empowering Springhouse Students As we reflect on the journey that has brought us to this point, we cannot help but […]

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PGSF Grant Fund Now Open and Accepting Applications for 2023

For Immediate Release: Pittsburgh, PA – February 6, 2023 – For the second consecutive year, Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) is accepting applications for […]

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PGSF Grant Benefits Pittsburg State Students in 2022

 Rion Huffman, Associate Professor at Pittsburg State University in the Graphics and Imaging Technologies Department requested funding to help send his students to ADOBE […]

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PGSF grant supports Women’s Press Collective to train activists in print and publishing

The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation recently awarded a $5,000 grant to Women’s Press Collective in Brooklyn, New York. WPC is an all-volunteer association whose […]

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“Stand Up and Be Recognized”

In my last blog, I confessed about my sadness in failing to recognize my older sister throughout my life. Born four years before me, she […]

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Scholarships for People of Color: Resources and Requirements

A while ago we shared this article with important information and an infographic about how to win a College Scholarship. Now, more than ever, finding College Scholarships […]

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Coming up for Air

Tempus Fugit. Here we are at the end of 2022. Seems like yesterday that we were learning about the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the […]

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Clear Off the Dust – Spring has Sprung!

Happy Spring!  Didn’t think it would ever get here. Of course, with Spring…comes Spring Cleaning. And for me, it means cleaning and dusting off my […]

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“Stand Up and Be Recognized”

In my last blog, I confessed about my sadness in failing to recognize my older sister throughout my life. Born four years before me, she […]

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PGSF Announces a New Level of Endowments to Fund the Future for Students Studying Graphic Arts

May 26, 2024 — Pittsburgh, PA, The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) announces the establishment of a new level of endowments. The Pinnacle endowment […]

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PGSF Announces Newly Endowed Scholarship from the Pacific Printing Industries Educational Trust

March 2, 2024  (Pittsburgh, PA) – For Immediate Release The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF), is pleased to announce the establishment of the Pacific […]

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RIT Gravure Endowed Professorship has been renewed for 2024

Content updated to continue promotion and focus on Gravure processes at Rochester Institute of Technology The Gravure Endowed Professorship at Rochester Institute of Technology has […]

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Do I Qualify for Financial Aid?

Written by Kristen Scatton, Intellegent.com | Updated: February 6, 2024 It’s normal to have questions about financial aid, especially if you have never applied for […]

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Scholarship Recipients Speak Out – August 2024

PGSF is honored to have impacted the lives of thousands of students over the years. In this blog series we highlight feedback from our current […]

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Scholarship Recipients Speak Out – September 2024

PGSF is honored to have impacted the lives of thousands of students over the years. In this blog series we highlight feedback from our current […]

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Printing United Expo 2024 Student Day a Great Experience

Pittsburgh, PA, Sept. 17, 2024 – The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) and PRINTING United Alliance collaborated to organize a full day for students to experience the 2024 Printing […]

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Printing United Student Day 2024

Organizations will host students for a third consecutive year offering in person experiences of the latest in graphic communications Pittsburgh, PA. – The Print and […]

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PGSF Recognizes National SkillsUSA Champions

Pittsburgh, PA, July 2, 2024 —The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) has once again partnered to support the SkillsUSA National Championships, which were held June 25-27 at […]

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Do I Qualify for Financial Aid?

Written by Kristen Scatton, Intellegent.com | Updated: February 6, 2024 It’s normal to have questions about financial aid, especially if you have never applied for […]

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Printing United Expo 2024 Student Day a Great Experience

Pittsburgh, PA, Sept. 17, 2024 – The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) and PRINTING United Alliance collaborated to organize a full day for students to experience the 2024 Printing […]

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Printing United Student Day 2024

Organizations will host students for a third consecutive year offering in person experiences of the latest in graphic communications Pittsburgh, PA. – The Print and […]

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Four-Color Offset Press Gifted to Women’s Press Collective Is Put to Good Use

Source: Whattheythink.com Author: Patrick Henry A shop run entirely by volunteers in the Bronx is teaching its members to print for the greater good with […]

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PGSF Announces a New Level of Endowments to Fund the Future for Students Studying Graphic Arts

May 26, 2024 — Pittsburgh, PA, The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) announces the establishment of a new level of endowments. The Pinnacle endowment […]

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PGSF Announces Newly Endowed Scholarship from the Pacific Printing Industries Educational Trust

March 2, 2024  (Pittsburgh, PA) – For Immediate Release The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF), is pleased to announce the establishment of the Pacific […]

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Printing United Student Day 2024

Organizations will host students for a third consecutive year offering in person experiences of the latest in graphic communications Pittsburgh, PA. – The Print and […]

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PGSF Recognizes National SkillsUSA Champions

Pittsburgh, PA, July 2, 2024 —The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) has once again partnered to support the SkillsUSA National Championships, which were held June 25-27 at […]

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Four-Color Offset Press Gifted to Women’s Press Collective Is Put to Good Use

Source: Whattheythink.com Author: Patrick Henry A shop run entirely by volunteers in the Bronx is teaching its members to print for the greater good with […]

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PGSF Grant Benefits Pittsburg State Students in 2022

 Rion Huffman, Associate Professor at Pittsburg State University in the Graphics and Imaging Technologies Department requested funding to help send his students to ADOBE […]

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John Berthelsen Honored with Annual Recognition Award for Service to Furtherance of Education for the Graphic Arts

The Print & Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) is recently announced the inauguration of an award honoring the unending service of John Berthelsen to the Education […]

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PGSF grant supports Women’s Press Collective to train activists in print and publishing

The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation recently awarded a $5,000 grant to Women’s Press Collective in Brooklyn, New York. WPC is an all-volunteer association whose […]

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Scholarship Recipients Speak Out – August 2024

PGSF is honored to have impacted the lives of thousands of students over the years. In this blog series we highlight feedback from our current […]

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Scholarship Recipients Speak Out – September 2024

PGSF is honored to have impacted the lives of thousands of students over the years. In this blog series we highlight feedback from our current […]

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Scholarship Recipients Speak Out – October 2024

PGSF is honored to have impacted the lives of thousands of students over the years. In this blog series we highlight feedback from our current […]

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Do I Qualify for Financial Aid?

Written by Kristen Scatton, Intellegent.com | Updated: February 6, 2024 It’s normal to have questions about financial aid, especially if you have never applied for […]

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Printing United Expo 2024 Student Day a Great Experience

Pittsburgh, PA, Sept. 17, 2024 – The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) and PRINTING United Alliance collaborated to organize a full day for students to experience the 2024 Printing […]

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Printing United Student Day 2024

Organizations will host students for a third consecutive year offering in person experiences of the latest in graphic communications Pittsburgh, PA. – The Print and […]

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Four-Color Offset Press Gifted to Women’s Press Collective Is Put to Good Use

Source: Whattheythink.com Author: Patrick Henry A shop run entirely by volunteers in the Bronx is teaching its members to print for the greater good with […]

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History of Printing Timeline: 1931 – 1970

Source – printinghistory.org/timeline/ 1931 Albert Skira publishes his first livre de peintre, Ovid’s Metamorphoses with etchings by Pablo Picasso in Lausanne, Switzerland. 1932 Times New Roman typeface debuted […]

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History of Printing Timeline: 1971 – 2019

Source – printinghistory.org/timeline/ 1971 Project Gutenberg, oldest digital library of public domain books launched. 1972 Thermal printing developed. A New Introduction to Bibliography by Philip Gaskell. […]

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