About The Foundation
The IIDA Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit philanthropic organization with a mission to drive innovation and advancements in the commercial interior design field. The foundation seeks to make a meaningful impact through supporting grants and funding opportunities, and continued support of education, research, and outreach opportunities.
Through the support of donors like you, the IIDA Foundation is able to sustain, administer, grow, and launch programming serving the greater design community, and the interior design industry at large. Your donation ensures that both emerging and established designers are able to pursue their passions, continue their education, and be recognized for their professional achievements.
The IIDA Foundation Board of Trustees work in collaboration with IIDA to administer and manage the work of the foundation, and to support the strategic plan set forth by IIDA. The Board of Trustees is composed of IIDA members that have served in leadership roles, are dedicated to the commercial interior design field, and are focused on fostering an innovative and inclusive design community.
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2026-2027 IIDA Foundation Trustees
Foundation Chair
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Krystal Lucero, IIDA | 2026-2027 Foundation Chair
Edwards+Mulhausen Interior Design
Texas/Oklahoma
Trustees
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Stacy Murphy, IIDA | 2026-2027 Foundation Chair Elect
Furniture Marketing Group
Texas/Oklahoma
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George Bandy Jr., Ind. IIDA | 2026-2027 Trustee
Andersen Corporation
Northland
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Michelle Boolton, Ind. IIDA | 2026-2027 Trustee
Kimball International
Ohio/Kentucky
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Stacey Crumbaker, FIIDA | 2026-2027 Trustee
Mahlum
Northern Pacific
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Christine Peter, Ind. IIDA | 2026-2027 Trustee
Kaleidoscope Concept
Southern California
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Elsie St. Léger, Assoc. IIDA | 2026-2027 Trustee
NYU Langone Health
New York
IIDA Staff
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Sr. Manager, Corporate Membership & Philanthropy
Michelle Merry
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Chief Financial Officer
Lisa Taylor
News
The Latest Foundation News
Read all the latest news on our funds, awardees, and more.
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Visionary Futures with Kimball International
Adaptive and resilient design are the centerpiece of this annual award -
2026 IA Diversity in Design Scholarship Winners
These students use their voices and ideas to create a more inclusive design industry -
Finding my North Star in Design
Wilsonart Student Essay Competition winner, Jermaine Deckard, reflects on the transformative impact of mentorship as he transitions into the interior design industry -
IIDA Scholarship and Financial Award Calendar
Learn more about how to fund your future with the IIDA Foundation’s scholarships and financial awards