January 8, 2026 (Pittsburgh, PA) — The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) and Dscoop, the exclusive community of HP Industrial Print and Large Format owners and users, are excited to introduce a new grant program designed to support students pursuing careers in graphic arts. The first round of grants
will provide selected students with the opportunity to attend the
Dscoop Edge Rockies event in Denver Colorado, March 8-11 2026.
About the Dscoop Grant Program
The Dscoop Grant Program, supported by HP Industrial Print and administered in partnership with PGSF, aims to foster travel, learning, and professional development for students. By connecting emerging talent to the global print community, the program helps students gain exposure to industry trends, network with professionals, and participate in hands-on workshops and sessions at the Dscoop events.
Dscoop is a year-round program
Edge is one important moment, but it’s not the only opportunity. The
Dscoop Grant Program continues beyond Edge Rockies. Students are encouraged to request funds that can support their education, career growth, or professional development, even after the event. This could include future Dscoop events, learning opportunities, or experiences that help them move closer to their career goals.
Students who join Dscoop can stay connected year-round through:
· Online sessions and community conversations
· Educational content shared by industry professionals
· Ongoing access to a global network of people willing to share and help
If a student can’t attend Edge Rockies, they may still apply for other Dscoop events or future internship opportunities. And once Edge is over, the connection doesn’t stop — Dscoop remains a place to keep learning, asking questions, and staying close to the industry.
To qualify for a grant, students must be enrolled as a junior or above in graphic communications, visual or design technology, or print-centric educational program (four-year university, master’s, or doctoral program) and have shown strong academic performance and demonstrate a desire to have a career in the graphic communications industries.
“We believe students are the future of our industry, and at Dscoop, with the support from our members and HP Industrial Print, we feel a real responsibility to help them see what print can be. This grant allows us to open doors: connecting students to industry leaders, leading technology, and real career opportunities. Partnering with PGSF gives us the experience to do this right. By coming together as a community, we are investing in the next generation and in a stronger, more relevant future for print. “ Said Peter van Teeseling, Executive Director Dscoop.
More details about the requirements for a grant can be found at the application website -
Dscoop - Grant Program.
The deadline to apply is February 1
st, 2026 and grant winners will be notified by February 10, 2026.
About PGSF
The
Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation is a not-for-profit, private, industry-directed organization that assists talented youth interested in graphic communications careers and pursuing education at technical colleges and universities. The mission of PGSF is to promote the graphics industry as a career choice for young people and support them through their education process. Each year the foundation grants over $600,000 in scholarships and educational grants.
For information on how you or your organization can contribute to the future of the graphic arts industry, please get in touch with Jeff White at
jeff.white@pgsf.org. or visit the site at
www.pgsf.org
About DSCOOP
Dscoop (Digital Solutions Cooperative) is the world's largest, user-driven community for owners and users of HP's digital printing technology, connecting print service providers (PSPs) globally for learning, networking, and business growth through shared knowledge, online resources (Dscoop.com), and major events like Dscoop Edge. It fosters collaboration, offering education, tools, and inspiration to help members optimize their HP Indigo, PageWide, and Large Format presses for innovation, efficiency, and profitability, acting as a vital link between users, partners, and HP itself.
For more information about DSCOOP visit
Dscoop Community.
