PVH Foundation Launches 'Runway Ahead' Initiative with $10 Million Investment in Next Generation of Fashion Talent
'Runway Ahead' builds on PVH's longstanding commitment to creating opportunities for future leaders in the fashion industry
- PVH Foundation is committing $10 million through 2030 to launch Runway Ahead, a new initiative expanding access and opportunity for the next generation of fashion leaders.
- The program delivers funding, mentorship, and real-world experience to help emerging talent build careers in the fashion industry.
- Launch partnerships with Harlem's Fashion Row and the Council of Fashion Designers of America will provide fellowships, scholarships, and hands-on engagement with PVH brands and expertise.
PVH Corp. (NYSE:PVH) today announced the launch of the PVH Foundation's Runway Ahead initiative designed to support the next generation of talent. Launching with a $10 million investment through 2030, the Runway Ahead program reflects the PVH Foundation's long-term commitment to broadening access across the fashion industry.
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PVH Foundation Runway Ahead
Focused on building a more inclusive and innovative future for fashion, Runway Ahead provides emerging designers and students with mentorship opportunities, financial support, and industry access—creating clearer pathways for aspiring talent to reach their full potential.
Stefan Larsson, CEO of PVH Corp., said: "As stewards of two of the most iconic brands in the industry, Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER, we have a responsibility to create opportunities for emerging talent. Runway Ahead is our $10 million investment in the next generation—unlocking access and creating pathways for future fashion leaders to build careers and shape what comes next."
The program launches with two cornerstone partnerships:
Harlem's Fashion Row / ICON360
The PVH Foundation recently announced the launch of an exclusive fellowship program with Harlem's Fashion Row (HFR) aimed at elevating emerging design talent. Through this initiative, three selected designers will each receive grants to support the creation and presentation of their collections. These designers will debut their Spring/Summer 2027 collections at HFR's Fashion Show and Style Awards during New York Fashion Week, gaining valuable exposure on a prominent industry stage.
The fellowship also includes an in-depth, structured mentorship program facilitated by PVH associates, offering participants hands-on guidance across key areas such as design development, brand building, and business strategy.
Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA)
Through its partnership with the CFDA, the PVH Foundation will award three scholarships to design students whose work explores how fashion carries meaning across time—through construction, narrative, and responsibility. Open to senior undergraduate and first-year graduate students, the scholarships support one year of study at a U.S.-based college or university.
In addition to financial support, recipients will gain access to the PVH archives—engaging directly with Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER garments, materials, and brand histories—to better understand the evolution of design and storytelling. PVH will also provide ongoing mentorship and career guidance, helping students translate their ideas into lasting impact.
Brandice Daniel, Founder of ICON360 and CEO of Harlem's Fashion Row, shared: "Partnering with the PVH Foundation is about more than support; it's about creating real opportunity for emerging designers at a critical point in their journey. Through this foundation, we're opening doors to funding, mentorship, and the kind of visibility that can truly shift a career. It's about giving these creatives the tools and access they need to bring their vision to life on one of fashion's most influential stages."
Steven Kolb, CEO of CFDA, echoed that sentiment, saying: "These scholarships are about giving talented students the space to grow, experiment, and define their voice. With the support of the PVH Foundation, we're helping empower the next generation of designers to approach fashion with both creativity and purpose."
The Runway Ahead program builds on the PVH Foundation's ongoing global philanthropic efforts to expand access and create opportunity, particularly in underserved communities. Through its work with more than 20 nonprofit partners worldwide, the PVH Foundation continues to strengthen pathways into the fashion industry. This new initiative deepens that commitment—expanding access for emerging talent, elevating visibility, and helping to shape a more inclusive and innovative future for fashion.
About PVH Corp.
PVH is one of the world's largest fashion companies, driven by its two iconic brands, Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER. For more than 140 years, PVH has connected with and inspired consumers globally and now operates in more than 40 countries worldwide. For more information, visit https://www.pvh.com. Follow PVH on Instagram and LinkedIn.
About The PVH Foundation
The PVH Foundation leads PVH Corp.'s global philanthropic efforts focused on advancing opportunity and renewal, particularly among those from groups that have been historically underrepresented or underserved. PVH Cares extends this commitment by mobilizing associates worldwide to contribute their time, talent, and resources to the communities where they live and work.
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