2025 PGSF Grant Program
Is Closed
For the fourth year in a row, the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation will be awarding educational use funds to promote continuing education in graphic communications.
The PGSF Grant Program has been updated with a set open and close date and all grant applications submitted will be reviewed and scored at the same time like the PGSF Scholarship program.
The 2025 program closed for submissions on April 3rd and we are currently reviewing submissions. Awarded grant recipients will be notified by the end of April and funds will be available before the end of May.
Who Can Apply
PGSF invites those institutions and instructors directly engaged in Graphic Communication, Visual and Design Technology and Print-centric educational programs to apply. These include high schools, trade schools, junior and community college associate programs, four-year colleges, and universities, along with Masters and Doctorate Degree programs. There are limited funds available annually to be used for a variety of purposes. These can include specific requests that will support furthering students’ education and exposure to print, packaging, and related industries. Multiple applications from the same institution are accepted.
Requests can include:
Grants will be awarded for equipment, student travel, and continuing education benefiting students and instructors pursuing an education and career in the industry as follows:
- Equipment: Grants will be awarded for up to $7,500.
Equipment purchased must complement an existing graphic communications program or expand the current curriculum. Small presses, bindery equipment, embroidery equipment, software for existing computers or parts for existing equipment will be considered. Please include a minimum of two vendor quotes with your grant application. - Student Travel Expenses: Grant amounts will be given based on a maximum amount per student of $550 each with up to 5 students per school event.
To qualify for grant funds, students must attend an industry conference or expo that is relevant to students having a positive experience towards a career in graphic communications. Examples are Skills USA, Printing United Expo, TAGA, Roll-to-Roll Converters, Adobe MAX. - Continuing Education: Grants awarded up to $2,500 per instructor.
PGSF may consider paying education expenses to an instructor for a class or seminar. The instructor must document on the application how the course will have a significant impact on the graphic communications curriculum offered to students.
Restrictions and other considerations apply. A committee will review all applications and awards on merit and as funds allow as outlined in the PGSF bylaws.
About Our Grant Program
As the main objective of PGSF is to support educators and students in graphic communications, we were again thrilled with the number of applications we received in 2023! We awarded over $90,000 to 23 educational institutions. Grants were given for equipment purchases such as small presses, bindery equipment, and color calibration equipment, along with funds to cover student travel expenses to attend print-related competitions and events. It is wonderful to see the curriculum being used to teach students career opportunities in graphic communications and witness the excitement students have for the industry while in attendance at conferences and events.
Grant Recipient Testimonials
I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for awarding me the PGSF Student Scholarships year 2024. Your generosity is not only a financial relief but also a source of great motivation for me as I pursue my studies at RIT. This scholarship has made a significant impact on my academic journey, allowing me to focus on my coursework and professional growth without the added stress of financial constraints. As I work towards achieving my degree in Packaging Science, I am inspired by your commitment to supporting students like me in reaching our goals. Thank you once again for your generosity and belief in my potential. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity and am determined to make the most of it by excelling academically and contributing positively to my community.
– Shruti Sopan Gontla, Rochester Institute of Technology
I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for being selected as a recipient of the Print and Graphic Scholarship. Receiving this scholarship means more to me than words can convey, as it not only alleviated some of the financial burden but also serves as a recognition of my dedication to the field of print and graphic media. Your generosity and support have played a significant role in helping me achieve my academic and career goals. I am truly grateful for the investment you have made in my future. Rest assured, I am committed to making the most of the opportunity to attend such an amazing university and will continue to strive for excellence in my academic and professional endeavors. Once again, thank you for your generosity and belief in my potential. I am excited to embark on this new chapter of my life and am grateful to have you as a partner in my journey. Your encouragement and belief in me have truly motivated me to work hard and succeed. I look forward to making you proud as I pursue my dreams and make a positive impact in the world.
– Liz Kamphuis, Ferris State University
The college took their trip to the Phoenix Challenge College Competition this past weekend. We left last Friday and got back late Wednesday night. The trip was incredible. The team won the "Excellence in Execution" award for their project. This means that they were recognized as incorporating the best technical application of skill to their project. Essentially, this means they had the best print. They did not win the marketing or design category, but I'm fine with that. Execution is the hard one to win. Beyond that, the conference and trade show was extremely successful. The students were so engaging and dynamic. They all got a big stack of business cards. One of our students got 3 job offers. Also, not a single ounce of unflattering behavior at any point of the trip. I am amazed at how well-behaved they were. We cannot express how much this meant to the students and their futures in the industry.