Engage, Inspire, Empower
Creating the next generation of packaging leaders who will improve our world through advancing transport packaging design. Dedicated to the support and service of the packaging community, the ISTA Educational Foundation (ISTAEF) is a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(C)3 charitable organization, raising and distributing funds to foster educational growth in the transport packaging space.
How You Can Help
The importance of reducing product damage throughout distribution and optimizing resource usage through effective package design has never been greater. Our educational work is driving a new generation of packaging leaders who will improve our world through advancing transport packaging design, but we need additional resources to continue to have lasting reach and impact.
Thanks to our generous supporters, the ISTAEF has already raised $175,000! Donate now and help us reach our goal of $2 million for grants and scholarships to encourage and support research in transport packaging.
What We Do
Research Grants
Awarding grants and scholarships to encourage and support research in transport packaging. Call for Undergraduate Research Proposals is now open!
Scholarships
Promoting the importance of appropriately designing packaging for its intended supply chain to packaging students.
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R. David LeButt Award
Awarding the R. David LeButt Award to recognize educational contributions in transport packaging. Call for nominations is now open. It's easy to nominate!
Learn moreThank You Foundation Supporters!
Corporate Supporters
- Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Individual Supporters
- Dwight & Janice Schmidt
- Ed & Barb Church