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LETTER
FROM THE
PRESIDENT
As the largest and oldest scholarship organization
supporting the country’s up-and-coming fashion
talent, the Fashion Scholarship Fund creates
educational and career opportunities for young
people across the U.S. In 2019, we awarded over
$1.2 million in scholarships.
We realize the future of the fashion industry is
directly dependent on our success. We impact
thousands of young lives and provide both the
financial means and confidence needed for
emerging talent to keep moving forward.
As the President of the Board of Governors of the
FSF, I’m passionate about the work we’re doing—
the work is personal to me.
I urge you to explore how you, too, can become a
part of our community of supporters and help us
fashion the future.
After all, what is the world without fashion? It
looks pretty uninspiring indeed.
Marc Mastronardi
FSF Board of Governors President;
SVP, Customer Experience & Store
Operations, Macy’s, Inc.
LETTER
FROM THE
EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR
Since its launch in 1937, the Fashion Scholarship
Fund has been tirelessly working with and for the
fashion community by identifying and nurturing
its most promising young talent. The FSF leads
the industry in its support of and commitment to
education and career placement in all of fashion’s
arts, tech, and business disciplines. Annually,
we award scholarships ranging from $5,000 to
$35,000 to students from over 60 colleges and
universities nationwide.
Our scholarship, internship, mentorship, and
educational programs inspire students at all stages
of their lives—from their Scholar years to Alumni
status and through their professional careers. We
at the FSF are committed to advancing the futures
of today’s students and young professionals—and
to supporting the next generation of the fashion
industry.
The FSF’s mission mirrors my own personal
passion—helping as much young talent succeed in
our industry as possible.
Peter Arnold
FSF Executive Director
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