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Our award-winning training & credentialing program provides skills to help people land jobs & get promoted
The NRF Foundation provides the skills and resources needed for a life-changing career. As NRF's nonprofit 501(c)(3), we connect people to an industry that’s a great place to start and a great place to grow. Together, we help people build better lives and stronger communities.
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25 undergrads to complete Nordstrom case study for top NRF Foundation scholarship
Semifinalists will spend the summer completing a case study created with Nordstrom
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NRF Foundation Honors recognizes Phoenix high school with national award
The NRF Foundation Honors awarded Trevor G. Browne High School as the NRF Foundation RISE Up Partner of the Year
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FIDM team earns first place in 2022 NRF Foundation Student Challenge
Three undergraduates from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising were each awarded $5,000
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Hear from recruiters with top retail companies
View NRF Foundation recruiter chats when it's convenient for you
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NRF Foundation awards top scholarship to Columbia College Chicago junior
Columbia College Chicago junior earns $25,000 scholarship
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How NRF Foundation training changes lives
How Alex Garcia's life has changed since completing training from the NRF Foundation
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