Phoenix Challenge Foundation To Offer New Opportunities In 2026 The Phoenix Challenge Foundation is gearing up for an exciting and impactful 2026, highlighted by new initiatives, expanded opportunities, and a renewed commitment to strengthening the future flexographic workforce. To kick things off, the Foundation is unveiling a revised and updated sponsorship program designed to broad- en reach and provide more accessibility for converters, suppliers, industry associations, and additional partners across the print and packaging landscape.
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The newly structured sponsorship levels will deliver greater value and visibility while playing a crucial role in supporting students, enhancing competitions and scholar- ships, all continue building tomorrow’s workforce. In 2026, the Phoenix Challenge Foundation will be roll- ing out new initiatives focused on strengthening hands-on learning, updating competition formats, and creating more pathways into the rapidly evolving flexographic and pack- aging sectors. With these advancements, the organization is poised to empower more students than ever and rein- force its longstanding mission to develop the next genera- tion of industry talent. A premier Diamond Level program has been created as a customizable plan for industry brands (suppliers and converters both) to offer focus and support on key pro- grams of specific interest. Then from there, Platinum spon- sorships to College or High School specific support to Golf or In-Kind opportunities, there are plenty of reasons to get involved! These expanded programs are designed to en- gage meaningfully with the Foundation’s mission, ensur- ing broader industry participation and increased support for education and workforce development nationwide. “Our expanded sponsorship program will support our new initiatives and will take the Foundation’s mission to a whole new level,” said the Phoenix Challenge Foundation. “By opening the door to more types of industry partners we are creating new opportunities for collaboration, inno- vation, and student development.” Donations are tax-deductible and always appreciated. To get involved or discuss a custom sponsorship level, reach out to jkaible1@gmail.com.
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