Discover trends and insights about the state of the industry
2025 James Beard Awards
Introducing the JBF Institute
Experience dining events around the country
Visit Platform for the ultimate culinary experience
Discover trends and insights about the state of the industry
2025 James Beard Awards
Introducing the JBF Institute
Experience dining events around the country
Visit Platform for the ultimate culinary experience
James Beard Foundation believes in a vibrant, equitable,
James Beard Foundation believes in a vibrant, equitable,
and sustainable independent restaurant industry that
and sustainable independent restaurant industry that
stands as a cornerstone of American culture, community
stands as a cornerstone of American culture, community
and economy — and drives towards a better food
and economy — and drives towards a better food
system. We amplify and recognize, educate and train
system. We amplify and recognize, educate and train
those committed to excellence — fostering a deep
those committed to excellence — fostering a deep
appreciation among food lovers for the industry’s vital
appreciation among food lovers for the industry’s vital
contributions to food culture.
contributions to food culture.
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We call this Good Food for Good®
We call this Good Food for Good®
Our Work
Impact
Awards
Dine + Discover
Fri, Mar 14
Taste America: Chicago Presented by Capital One
Fri, Mar 14
Dinner: Celebrate Holi
with Bungalow
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Sun, Mar 16
Beverage Seminar: Women Winemakers and Culinary Artisans
with Julia Coney
More on: Beverage Seminar: Women Winemakers and Culinary ArtisansSupport Us
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As a valued member of our philanthropic community, you will receive custom JBF merchandise, access to exciting events, exclusive invitations to private Patron events, and more!
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Become a Sponsor
As a nonprofit, the James Beard Foundation relies on the support of corporate partners to help make our work possible. Opportunities span from single event sponsorships to official and exclusive partnerships.