BUILDING THE CULINARY INDUSTRY ONE MORSEL AT A TIME
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Boost and Lauch Your Culinary Business
january 26-29, 2025 | Houston TX
Overview
Helping culinary businesses thrive in local communities
At Feed the Soul Foundation, we believe that culinary businesses and aspiring culinary professionals deserve the resources and support to thrive. As a nonprofit organization, our mission is to provide training, business development, financial assistance, and scholarships to small culinary businesses and culinary students, ensuring they have the tools needed to succeed in the food industry.
Supporting Culinary Dreams, One Plate at a Time.
2021 Cohort member: Bushwick Grind and 67 Orange Street (l-r) | Credit:
Making Change
How to Support Us
Take Action
Help connect businesses around the nation with access to funds, experts, and countless other business-related resources.
Join the Movement
Join the Restaurant Business Development Program, an accelerator program for business support and on-hand training.
Become a Consultant
We need your support, advocacy, and expertise to prepare our program winners for the culinary industry. Nominate someone, or apply today!
Our Impact
Building economic sustainability for the culinary community
We support and advocate for culinary entrepreneurs striving to establish economic sustainability and progress in their communities. Our initiatives educate and equip culinary businesses and professionals for success.
$2M+
Provided in Business Development Support
We equip small culinary business owners with essential knowledge and resources, including mentorship, business strategy workshops, and operational support. Our training programs are designed to enhance sustainability and profitability in an ever-evolving food industry.
$75k
Provided in Scholarship Support
We invest in the future of the food industry by awarding scholarships to passionate and talented students pursuing careers in culinary arts, hospitality management, and related fields.
2021 Cohort member: Caribbean Feast | Credit:
Building sustainable businesses
The Feed the Soul Foundation supports food entrepreneurs through business development, financial support, and mentorship opportunities.
Fresh Off the Press
Latest News
Feed the Soul Foundation Hosts Second Global Culinary Conference in Houston, TX
Renowned Chefs & Culinary Experts Host Sessions during Four-Day Event to Educate Culinary Entrepreneurs on Successful Business Operations & Strategies
Feed the Soul Foundation Provides $850K of Support to Culinary Businesses through Restaurant Business Development Grant Program
Feed the Soul Foundation provides funding in its fourth year with financial backing from the Grubhub Community Fund to support nationwide minority culinary enterprises with $10,000 stipends and six-month business consultation alongside key industry experts
Feed the Soul Foundation Hosts First-Ever Global Culinary Conference on Business Development
Renowned Chefs & Culinary Experts Host Sessions during Two-Day ‘Boost Camp’ Platform to Educate Culinary Entrepreneurs on Successful Business Operations & Strategies