WHO WE ARE

The FASHION TRUST U.S. is a non-profit initiative dedicated to discovering, funding, and nurturing young designers to help build their label into a thriving global brand.

Winners are awarded financial grants and mentorships covering budget, strategy, digital, merchandising, and general business support.

To help drive the initiative and assemble a strong group of Patrons and Donors, the Fashion Trust U.S. is guided under the leadership of Tania Fares, Carlos Nazario, Laura Brown, Karla Welch, Maha Dakhil, and Cameron Silver.

U.S.-based designers in business, Ready-to-Wear, Jewelry, and Accessories, for at least two to seven years, as well as recent graduates will be invited to apply to the Fashion Trust.

Following a review by a board of industry leaders, the winners and grants will be announced at the prestigious annual Fashion Trust U.S. Awards, in April 2025.

Applications will open for designers to apply for FTUS25 in June 2024.