Baker College
Research Guides
- Library Resources
- Research Guides
- Business
- Baking and Pastry
- Grants & Scholarships
Baking and Pastry
Resources
- Culinary Scholarships for WomenThere are lots of scholarships on the list that men can apply for too!
Future Students
American Culinary Foundation
- Future Post-Secondary Students Eligibility: Future post-secondary students who have been accepted into an accredited post-secondary program with a major in culinary or pastry arts.
The James Beard Foundation
- Friends of James Beard Scholarships Eligibility: High-school seniors or graduates who have enrolled or plan to enroll in an associates or bachelor's program at an accredited culinary school, unless otherwise specified for a particular scholarship.
International Cake Exploration Societé
- International Cake Exploration Societé Awards & Scholarships
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation
- National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) The NRAEF offers a variety of different scholarships in different areas. Check out their website for a complete listing.
Current Students
- Current Post-Secondary Students Eligibility: Students must be currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary program with a major in culinary or pastry arts.
The James Beard Foundation
Awards change from year to year, visit the James Beard Foundation's Scholarships and Grants page for up to date information.
- Friends of James Beard Scholarships Eligibility: High-school seniors or graduates who have enrolled or plan to enroll in an associates or bachelor's program at an accredited culinary school, unless otherwise specified for a particular scholarship.
International Cake Exploration Societé
- International Cake Exploration Societé Awards & Scholarships
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation
- National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF)The NRAEF offers a variety of different scholarships in different areas. Check out their website for a complete listing.
Les Dames d' Escoffier International
- LDEI Scholarships LDEI is a women's organization that distributes scholarships through its local chapters. Visit the website for information on chapters.
Professional Development Grants (Individual)
- Professional Development Grant Baking and Pastry Eligibility: Applicants must be working culinary professionals, current ACF members, and have completed a continuing education course in pastry arts or bakery within 6 months of the application date. Amount: Half the cost of the approved continuing education program, up to $500.
- Professional Development Grants Eligibility: Working culinary professionals who have completed initial certification and passed with a "C" or better, or for continuing education (must be a ACF member in good standing for at least 2 years, certified as a chef de cusine or higher). Amount: Up to $500 for approved courses.
The James Beard Foundation
- The Jean-Louis Palladin Professional Work/Study Grant Eligibility: 21 years of age or older, at least three years of experience as a cook or chef in a professional kitchen. Programs: The award is intended to enable professional cooks and chefs to work with producers of food products at their source. Applicants can select from approved internships or design their own course of study. Amount: Up to $4,000 to help cover travel, living expenses, and income subsidies during the internship.
- The Rhone Rangers Professional Study/Travel Grant Eligibility 21 years of age or older, U.S. citizen, at least 3 years of experience as a wine director, sommelier, or chef. Program Recipeints will visit notable wineries to learn about American Rhone varietal wines. Amount Up to $5,000.
International Cake Exploration Societé
- International Cake Exploration Societé Awards & Scholarships
Grants for Organizations
The Julia Child Foundation
- The Julia Child FoundationThe foundation provides grants to non-profit organizations seeking to further gastronomy and appreciation of the culinary arts.
Grants for Outreach Programs
The Culinary Trust
- Food Action GrantThe Richard Sax Food Action Grant is awarded to each year to a nonprofit working to combat hunger and increase food access in the city hosting the IACP annual conference.