Information About AIWF Scholarships for Study in 2016
The American Institute of Wine & Food (AIWF) is a
national non-profit educational organization established in 1981 by the
late Robert Mondavi, the late Julia Child and others to promote a forum
for the study and enjoyment of gastronomy. The AIWF is dedicated to
advancing the understanding, appreciation, and quality of wine and food
through fun educational experiences in support of its Days of Taste® and
Scholarship programs.
The Monterey Bay Chapter of AIWF awards scholarships for the
pursuit of culinary arts and enology/viticulture in full or part-time
accredited continuing education programs. The scholarships typically
range from $1,000 to $5,000, and the funds do not need to be repaid. All
schools must be accredited and offer continuous relevant hands-on,
in-person experience. Since the money for the scholarships is raised by
the Monterey Bay Chapter, scholarships are only awarded to people who
are connected to Monterey area by school, work, or recent involvement in
food or wine in the area. The scholarship money may be used for study
within or outside of Monterey County.
The scholarship award is not transferable without the
written permission of the Scholarship Committee, and permission may be
denied at the discretion of the Committee.
The scholarship funds will be sent directly to the school the
successful applicant will be attending. All applicants are responsible
for supplying their contact information at the time they submit the
application, and again, after they start school, including addresses,
home and cell phone numbers and email addresses.
Successful applicants are also required to supply the name,
title, and mailing address of the person at the school to whom a check
will be sent.
The Monterey Bay Chapter expects feedback from scholarship winners
about their achievements, experiences and future goals before
graduation, and again, six months after the end of studies.
This application must be completely filled out, along with
the statement, resume, and letters of recommendation in order to be
considered.
Scholarship Committee AIWF Monterey Bay c/o Mary Chamberlin
25750 Carmel Knolls Dr., Carmel, Ca. 93923 Phone (831) 624-0830
2015 Recipients:
Christina Morales
Graduating from The Drummond Culinary Academy at Rancho Cielo Youth Campus
Albino Romero
Attending The Institute of Technology, Culinary Program in Fresno
