Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation Scholarships
The Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation (CHEF), the philanthropic arm of the CRA, awards scholarships each year to students pursuing a career in the Culinary Arts, Restaurant Management or an affiliated degree.
The CHEF 2024 Scholarship Application is closed. Recipients of scholarships will be notified by May 15, 2024.
The CHEF 2024 Scholarship Application is closed. Recipients of scholarships will be notified by May 15, 2024.
The Chef Matt Balga Scholarship is continuing to accept applications on a rolling basis.
Chef Matt Balga Memorial Scholarship Fund
An annual scholarship named in honor of Chef Matt Balga will be awarded to a graduating high school senior from North Haven or Stratford pursing a degree in culinary/hospitality or a related field. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CHEF BALGA SCHOLARSHIP.
Joe DaCosta Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation awards a scholarship named in honor of former CRA Board Member, Joe DaCosta, who spent more than 35 years in the food industry, including over seven years as the Vice President of Sales for Sysco Connecticut. Joe had a passion for giving back to future leaders in the industry, which is the goal of this fund.
CHEF Scholarships
The Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation awards scholarships up to $1,000 to high school or undergraduates pursing a degree in the hospitality industry.
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation wants to put you on the path to achieving your dreams. The NRAEF offers a variety of merit-based scholarships to students who want an education and a career in the food service industry, starting at $2,500 scholarships. Click here for more details.
APPLY FOR NRAEF SCHOLARSHIP HERE
College Opportunities
The ProStart program has articulation agreements with over 60 colleges and universities across the country. Read about them here.
Other Opportunities for ProStart Students not competing:
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation wants to put you on the path to achieving your dreams. The NRAEF offers a variety of merit-based scholarships to students who want an education and a career in the food service industry, starting at $2,500 scholarships. Click here for more details.
APPLY FOR NRAEF SCHOLARSHIP HERE
College Opportunities
The ProStart program has articulation agreements with over 60 colleges and universities across the country. Read about them here.
Other Opportunities for ProStart Students not competing:
- Louisiana Culinary Institute: All students that complete and graduate from ProStart I and II receive a $2,000.00 ProStart Excellence Award. This money will go straight towards tuition. Proof of official certification from each state and the NRA is required.
