NHSBBQA Education Foundation - SCHOLARSHIP PARTNERS

BBQ Education Foundation

Partnering With Leading Institutions to Expand Student Opportunity

The NHSBBQA Education Foundation proudly partners with respected postsecondary institutions that share our commitment to education, workforce readiness, and student success.

Through these partnerships, students gain access to scholarship pathways, educational resources, and career-aligned opportunities that help bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional achievement.

A Legacy of Culinary Excellence

The Culinary Institute of Le Notre has long been recognized as a leader in culinary and hospitality education, known for its emphasis on classical technique, professionalism, and real-world preparation.

Through our partnership, the NHSBBQA Education Foundation supports students who aspire to pursue formal culinary education, advanced training, and careers in the foodservice and hospitality industries.

This partnership helps students:

• Access postsecondary culinary education opportunities

• Develop foundational and advanced culinary skills

• Prepare for professional careers in kitchens, restaurants, and food enterprises

• Continue their educational journey with confidence and purpose

Scholarships supported through this partnership are awarded based on educational merit, commitment to learning, and alignment with the Foundation’s mission, and are administered independently by the Foundation in accordance with IRS guidelines.

Career-Focused Education With Real-World Impact

Sullivan University is nationally respected for its career-focused academic programs, particularly in culinary arts, hospitality, business, and workforce-driven education.

Through our partnership, students supported by the NHSBBQA Education Foundation are connected to education pathways that emphasize practical skills, leadership, and long-term career success.

This partnership supports students by:

• Providing access to industry-aligned degree and certificate programs

• Encouraging workforce readiness and professional development

• Supporting students transitioning from secondary education to postsecondary training

• Aligning education with real-world career opportunities

Scholarship opportunities connected to this partnership are awarded using objective, nondiscriminatory criteria and are intended solely for educational purposes.

How These Partnerships Support Students

Our scholarship partners help ensure that students:

• See a clear pathway from education to career

• Gain access to respected institutions and programs

• Are supported academically, professionally, and personally

• Can pursue postsecondary education with reduced financial barriers

These partnerships strengthen our shared mission of education, access, and opportunity.

Commitment to Integrity & Compliance

All scholarships supported through institutional partnerships:

• Are administered by the NHSBBQA Education Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit

• Are awarded using objective, nondiscriminatory selection criteria

• Are independent of competition participation or placement

• Are governed by formal acceptance, disbursement, and oversight policies

Looking Ahead

The NHSBBQA Education Foundation continues to build partnerships with colleges, universities, and training institutions that believe in the power of hands-on education and student-centered learning.

Together, we are helping students move from passion to profession.

Interested in Becoming a Scholarship Partner?

Educational institutions that share our mission are invited to connect with us to explore partnership opportunities.

Contact the BBQ Education Foundation

NHSBBQA Education Foundation
is the public-facing name of the BBQ Education Foundation,
a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization EIN - 41-2464833 dedicated to advancing
youth culinary education, live-fire learning, and career pathways
through the National High School BBQ Association® ecosystem.

Legal Notice
The NHSBBQA BBQ Education Foundation is a separate legal entity from the National High School BBQ Association® (NHSBBQA®).
Donations made on this page support the Foundation’s charitable mission and are not payments to NHSBBQA®.