Each year, several $1,000 awards are open to Iowa women studying in the food, beverage, and hospitality fields. Future chefs, pastry chefs, caterers, craft beer brewers, sommeliers, distillers, restaurateurs, nutritionists, hotel managers, event planners, farmers, cheesemakers, and food writers are encouraged to apply.

These scholarships are available to qualified applicants who demonstrate excellence in their studies and show promise for success in the industry. Award winners will be announced in May, and celebrated at our annual meeting in June.

To be considered for the 2024 scholarships, download the application and instructions below, and email the completed application and all supporting materials to DSMLesDamesFund@gmail.com by 5 p.m. CT March 31, 2024.

For detailed instructions about how to scan documents for submission using Google Drive, click here. You can also scan documents using your iPhone or iPad.