The FESPA Foundation Unites The Global Print Industry Behind Its "Print for Good" Movement
Dorking UK – August 2026 – The FESPA Foundation has announced a landmark initiative to unite the global print community under a shared commitment to education, sustainability, and meaningful social impact.
Guided by its "Print for Good" principle, the Foundation is calling on industry stakeholders worldwide to contribute to a movement that positions print as a force for lasting, positive change.
The Foundation's vision extends well beyond the products the industry produces.
By bringing together businesses, organisations, and individuals across the global print community, the FESPA Foundation aims to create opportunities, uplift underserved communities, and leave a legacy that reflects the industry's capacity for good.
Central to the initiative is a growing coalition of industry-leading partners who share the Foundation's values and ambitions. Roland, Durst, Mimaki Europe, Brother, Kongsberg, and Summa have each committed their support, underscoring a collective belief that the print industry holds significant power to drive social and environmental progress.
Neil Felton, CEO of FESPA and founder of the FESPA Foundation, comments: “We are incredibly grateful to our Partners for their commitment to our mission. Their support not only fuels life-changing, education-focused projects around the world, it also reflects the generosity and spirit of collaboration that defines our global print community.”
Each partner brings its own perspective on how the print sector can contribute to a more equitable and sustainable world.
Their involvement signals a broader shift within the industry — one where commercial success and social responsibility are not competing priorities, but complementary ones.
The Foundation believes that real, measurable impact is only achievable through collaboration, and the strength of this growing coalition reflects that conviction.
The FESPA Foundation is now inviting individuals and organisations across the global print community to discover how they can support the movement and help drive positive change around the world.
Further information on how to get involved is available at fespafoundation.org.
About the FESPA Foundation
The FESPA Foundation is the philanthropic arm of FESPA, the global federation of national associations serving the screen printing, digital printing, and textile printing communities.
Established to harness the collective power of the print industry, the Foundation operates under the guiding principle of "Print for Good", channelling industry expertise and resources toward education, sustainability, and community impact initiatives on a global scale.
For more information, visit fespafoundation.org.
About FESPA
Founded in 1962, FESPA is a global federation of Associations for the screen printing, digital printing and textile printing community.
FESPA’s dual aim is to promote screen printing and digital imaging and to share knowledge about screen and digital printing with its members across the world, helping them to grow their businesses and learn about the latest developments in their fast-growing industries.
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Guided by its "Print for Good" principle, the Foundation is calling on industry stakeholders worldwide to contribute to a movement that positions print as a force for lasting, positive change.
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