"Many have witnessed the challenges within their neighborhoods firsthand, but for some, this need becomes a personal mission. That's precisely what Chef Aarón Sánchez has embraced through his work with Emeril Lagasse Foundation. As a chef and restaurant owner, Aarón launched a scholarship program to support young aspiring chefs pursuing formal culinary education-opening doors to mentorship, professional training, and the opportunity to transform passion into long-term careers."
"The Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund has awarded 27 scholarships in culinary arts and baking & pastry since 2016, totaling more than $1.6 million in support. In recent years, the Impact Fund expanded its reach to include human services grants for nonprofits focused on nutrition education and food access for Latino youth. These complementary efforts reflect the Fund's broader mission: to champion education, mentorship, and equitable access to opportunities that help young people thrive."
Chef Aarón Sánchez launched a scholarship program in 2016 to support aspiring chefs pursuing formal culinary education, providing mentorship, professional training, and opportunities to build long-term careers. The initiative grew into the Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund and joined the Emeril Lagasse Foundation to expand efforts uplifting Latino youth through food. The Impact Fund has awarded 27 scholarships in culinary arts and baking & pastry, totaling more than $1.6 million in support. The program extended its reach to include human services grants for nonprofits focused on nutrition education and food access for Latino youth. Each scholarship provides wraparound support that removes financial barriers, with awards covering tuition, supplies, round-trip flights, paid housing and other supports.
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