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2023 Program:
133 scholarships worth over $170,000 are available! The Georgia Food Industry Education Foundation is pleased to offer over 100 scholarships to deserving students each academic year. Funding for these awards is provided by the generous support of GFIA member companies and the fundraising efforts of the Foundation. General criteria must be met for most awards. Details are provided in the FAQ and in the application. |
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Jan 1 - March 1: Applications accepted March - April: Applications judged and employment verified May: Winners announced July: Scholarship funds mailed for the upcoming Fall semester |
Successful fundraising throughout the year provides funding for our Foundation scholarships. These awards would not be possible without the support of those who attend the “Swinging for Scholarships” Spring Golf Tournament, purchase items in our Live and Silent Auctions, or make cash donations to our general fund. [Learn More...]
Additional funding for the Foundation Awards is provided by an annual grant from Publix Super Markets Charities.
Sponsored awards are funded by GFIA member companies for the benefit of other member companies, usually retailer members. [Learn More...]
Piggyback awards are funded by GFIA member companies for the benefit of their own employees. Click the link to find out if your company funds awards. [Learn More...]