Key Takeaways:
- The AVIXA Foundation is accepting applications for the Brad Sousa Impact Fund through May 25, 2026.
- Grant winners will be announced at InfoComm 2026 in Las Vegas.
- The fund supports individuals, programs and partnerships focused on audiovisual education and digital transformation.
What is the deadline to apply for the 2026 Brad Sousa Impact Fund?
The deadline to apply for the 2026 Brad Sousa Impact Fund is May 25, 2026. The AVIXA Foundation organizes this grant program to support professionals in the commercial audiovisual and digital transformation fields. Officials will announce the newest grant recipients at a special ceremony on June 18 during InfoComm 2026 in Las Vegas.
Who does the Brad Sousa Impact Fund support?
The fund supports people pursuing educational outcomes, programs that impact society and partnerships that amplify nonprofit missions. It honors the late Brad Sousa, who served as chief technology officer of Forté and was a member of the AVIXA Board of Directors.
The primary focus of these grants is to develop tech professionals and help them understand interconnected industry needs. By funding these efforts, the foundation helps communities integrate technology into everyday life to drive lasting change. Interested parties can learn more and apply online.
Who won the impact grants in 2025?
Rosie Riveters, Tech25 and WorkSource Montgomery received the 2025 grants at InfoComm in Orlando. These groups earned financial support for their unique missions. Their daily efforts provide hands-on STEM learning for young women, address the need for skilled broadcast technicians and create pathways to employment in the AV and IT sectors.
What do foundation leaders say about the grant program?
Foundation leaders say the grant program empowers organizations to transform lives and build career pathways for the industry. “Our 2025 grantees are unique changemakers in their own right,” says Sarah Joyce, executive director of the AVIXA Foundation and chief global officer of AVIXA. “Each organization transforms lives and creates career pathways for more people to join our vibrant industry. We are excited to add to this impressive list, supporting similar impact around the globe again this year.” The fund relies on a community of generous donors to meet its goals each year.
