- Robyn Turk
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Virgil Abloh is working to promote change for the future of the
fashion industry. The notable designer has raised 1 million dollars
for a new scholarship fund to provide financial support to students of
academic promise of Black, African-American or African descent.
Abloh raised funds through his own donation and through support of
his partners, evian, Farfetch, Louis Vuitton, and New Guards
Group.
Called the Virgil Abloh “Post-Modern” Scholarship Fund, the program
will be managed in partnership with the Fashion Scholarship Fund
(FSF). Abloh has entered into a long-term partnership with FSF to help
the organization enhance its offerings related to internships,
mentorships and networking.
The “Post-Modern” Scholarship Fund’s mission is to foster equity
and inclusion within the fashion industry. Scholarship recipients will
receive funds as well as access to career support services and
mentoring.
“I’ve always been passionate about giving the next generation of
students the same foundation for success that was given to me,” Abloh
commented in a press release. “That’s why I’m excited to launch this
Fund in partnership with the FSF, which has an outstanding track
record of helping college students achieve successful careers.”
