Press release from the issuing organization:
The Spring 2026 grant applications are now OPEN. Applications close April 17, 2026, and applicants will be notified by May 2026.
For the sixth year in a row, the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) will be awarding educational use funds to promote continuing education in graphic communications in 2026.
The PGSF Grant Program has been updated and is OPEN for Spring 2026 applications through April 17, 2026. Applications will open again in Fall of 2026. All grant applications submitted will be reviewed and scored together after each submission period has ended.
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:
- 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 $600 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. - Instructor 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 program and 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 the PGSF 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 the 2024-2025 school year! We awarded over $100,000 to 29 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.
