The Ryan Wells Foundation Causes

Scholarships

Student scholarships for post-secondary education in culinary arts and hospitality represent 50-60% of the Ryan Wells Foundation’s annual funding.  Scholarship amounts generally range from $6,000 up to $20,000.

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School Donations

Donations to the culinary programs of 5 Pinellas county high schools and Pinellas Technical College represent 25-35% of the annual funding, allowing for the purchase of equipment and food product, and participation in regional and state competitions.

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Cooking for a Cause

This initiative launched in April of 2014 has donated over 16,000 meals to-date to the Homeless Empowerment Program in Clearwater.

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Slow Cooking for a Cause

Starting in 2017, our new Slow Cooker events feature culinary students teaching deserving families about nutrition, kitchen safety, meal planning, and budgeting, centered around the use of a slow cooker.

Fulfill the Dreams of Pinellas County Students

Join us in fulfilling the dreams of Pinellas County high school and vocational students aspiring to be future chefs and leaders in the hospitality industry.

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