2026 BWIF Summit Scholarship Application

Black Women in Food Summit 2026 Scholarship Application

For the third year in a row, the Black Women in Food Summit will be held on April 23-25, 2026 in Washington, DC. The event is an exclusive opportunity for Black women entrepreneurs in the food and beverage industry to connect, learn and find opportunities for professional growth.

The Scholarship provides both partial and full scholarships for the Boss Pass experience. There are a limited number of scholarships available.

We encourage you to approach each question with thoughtfullness and sincerity. Your answers will help us understand how your attendance at the Summit aligns with your goals.

The submission deadline is January 15th.

We look forward to learning more about your aspirations. Good luck!
What is your name? *

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Your Title and Company: *
Sector (select all that apply):*

Culinary & Hospitality: Chefs, restaurateurs, caterers, food artisans, food truck owners, and culinary event producersFood Development & Production: Food product developers, producers, and manufacturersAgriculture & Farming: Farmers, growers, and agricultural professionalsCorporate & Institutional Food Professionals: Professionals in food companies, brands, and institutionsMedia & Storytelling: Writers, journalists, content creators, and publishing professionalsInvestors: Individuals funding and supporting food venturesEducation & Research: Culinary educators and researchersSustainability & Food Systems: Professionals advancing equity, environmental impact, sourcing, and/or food waste reductionCommunity & Advocacy: Organizers and activists working toward equitable and inclusive food systemsStudentOther
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Years of experience in the food and/or hospitality industry?*
Briefly describe why you are seeking the scholarship to attend the Summit.*
List three (3) examples of work and/or impact you have made within the food industry. *
What are three (3) things you hope to gain from attending the Summit and how will attending help you achieve your goals?*
This scholarship is designed to support applicants who may face barriers to attending the Summit. If you are comfortable, please describe any circumstances that make receiving this scholarship essential for you to attend.
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