Jacques Pepin Foundation the

JPF Principal Grant Program

Who can apply: For U.S.-based nonprofits that operate community-based culinary training programs, provide training at no cost to participants, serve individuals who are unemployed or underemployed, and provide wraparound supports such as case management, job placement, or social services. Eligible only for organizations that have never received a JPF grant or previously applied but were not funded.

Deadline: 2026 Winter Funding Cycle applications due October 2, 2026.

JPF Partnership Circle Grant Program

Who can apply: For organizations that have previously received funding from the JPF, are not currently in an active Partnership Circle grant cycle, and did not receive Partnership Circle funding in 2025. Organizations that completed a two-year Partnership Circle award must wait at least one full year after the end of the grant term before reapplying.

Deadline: 2026 Winter Funding Cycle applications due October 2, 2026.

Community Partners (Grant Awards / Community Kitchens)

Who can apply: Available to culinary training programs nationwide; some resources such as JPF Group Memberships are offered to organizations that have received a grant.