FEPK Roger Vannatter Scholarship

The Kentucky Florists’ Association (KFA) offers full-tuition scholarships for the Floral Education Program of Kentucky (FEPK), including both the Beginner’s Course and the Kentucky Master Florist Certification Course.

The Beginner’s Course is designed for florists with three years or less experience and provides a strong foundation in floral design, covering principles and elements of design, funeral work, and wedding design. The Kentucky Master Florist Certification Course is an in-depth, six-day program focused on advanced design techniques, care and handling of flowers and plants, marketing, customer relations, and business operations.

Scholarship recipients receive full tuition for the selected program. Applicants must be members of the Kentucky Florists’ Association or employed by a KFA member. Scholarships are non-transferable.

Program Dates

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  • Kentucky Master Florist Certification Course: June 21–26, 2026  

  • Beginner’s Course: June 26–27, 2026

Important Dates

  • Scholarship Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

  • Scholarship Recipients Notified: April 10, 2026  

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How To Apply

We encourage applicants to complete the online scholarship application, as this is the fastest and easiest way to apply.

Special note you or your employee must be a member of KFA to register for either FEPK program. 

Apply Online (Preferred)

  • Complete the online FEPK Scholarship Application using the button below.

  • Submit the application no later than April 1, 2026.

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Mail In

Applicants may also choose to download and complete a paper application.

  • Download the scholarship application

  • Mail the completed form to: Sherry Bridges, KMF MM Designs Flowers & Gifts 11033 E. County Road 200 S Crothersville, IN 47229

  • Mailed applications must be postmarked by April 1, 2026.

FEPK Scholarship Application

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Conference Registration & Payment

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All applicants must register for the FEPK program they are applying for.

If you are applying for a scholarship, you do not need to submit payment at the time of registration. Payment will only be required if you are not awarded a scholarship. 

Scholarship recipients will be notified by April 10, 2026.

For more information about the FEPK Education Program or scholarships, please contact 

Sherry Bridges KMF - mmdesigns94@gmail.com | 812-569-0407

 

FEPK Scholarship FAQs

  • The scholarship covers full tuition for either the Beginner’s Course or the Kentucky Master Florist Certification Course.

  • Applicants must be KFA members or employed by a KFA member to be eligible for the scholarship.

  • The application deadline is April 1, 2026, and recipients are notified by April 10, 2026.