2026 Amplify AEC Pay It Forward Grant

The 2026 Pay It Forward Grant covers one full registration to the 2026 SMPS Amplify AEC national conference, being held in Las Vegas, NV, from Monday, July 27 to Wednesday, July 29. The total award for the grant is $2,000 to aid with registration, transportation, and lodging expenses. Award selection is based on involvement with SMPS locally, regionally, and nationally.

How it Works

Applications for the 2026 Amplify AEC Pay It Forward Grant are due on or before Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Awardee will be notified by Friday, May 22. (Must register for Amplify by May 31.)

Please email completed application to Jess Gillette, CPSM, by May 20, 2026.  

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION HERE!

What It Includes

  • A $2,000 stipend to aid in registration, transportation, and lodging costs

  • An unforgettable conference experience with over 800 SMPS members!

Who Can Apply

Any SMPS DC member in good standing (that’s it! Award selection will be based on involvement with SMPS locally, regionally, and nationally). Excludes Board members.

I'm ready! What's Next?


Please email your completed application form to SMPS DC President, Jess Gillette, CPSM, bv Wednesday, May 20, 2026. We look forward to reviewing your applications!  

Sincerely,
2025-2026 SMPS DC Executive Committee

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2019 Winner

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