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SNF Scholarships
The School Nutrition Foundation (SNF) provides School Nutrition Association (SNA) members with the opportunity to attend SNA’s Legislative Action Conference (LAC), School Nutrition Industry Conference (SNIC) and Annual National Conference (ANC), as well as professional development scholarships to further their education and career.
Conference Scholarships
2027 School Nutrition Industry Conference Scholarships
SNF Conference Scholarships will allow members to attend SNA’s School Nutrition Industry Conference (SNIC) 2027. School Nutrition Association will sponsor ten (10) scholarships for SNIC27. Five (5) of the scholarships will be awarded to first time attendees. Recipients of the SNA sponsored SNIC scholarships will each receive $1,400 to cover registration, airfare, hotels, and meals. Each scholarship recipient must comply with their school district’s policy on out-of-district travel.
Super Bakery’s 22 Seconds Society in Memory of Franco Harris will sponsor eleven (11) scholarships for SNIC27. Six (6) of the scholarships will be awarded to first time attendees. Recipients of the Super Bakery sponsored SNIC scholarships will each receive $1,000 to cover registration, airfare, hotels, and meals. Each scholarship recipient must comply with their school district’s policy on out-of-district travel.
REQUIREMENTS: To apply for the scholarship, individuals must be:
- Current School/Site Nutrition Staff or Director/Supervisor level SNA members
- Eligible applicants must be a member of SNA as of October 1, 2025
- Members who joined after the stated deadline will NOT be eligible
- Members who joined before the stated date ARE eligible
- State Agency and Industry members are not eligible
- Only one scholarship per school district per conference
- The supervisor approval reference form must be included or the scholarship will not be considered*
The deadline to apply for all SNIC27 scholarships is November 6, 2026.
2027 Legislative Action Conference Scholarships
SNF Conference Scholarships will allow members to attend SNA’s Legislative Action Conference (LAC) 2027. School Nutrition Foundation will award a total of twenty (20) LAC scholarships.
Josephine Martin National Policy Fellowship
Dr. Josephine Martin is a pioneer in the field of child nutrition. Launching her career at the Georgia Department of Education in 1950 as the assistant school lunch director, she soon became a vocal advocate for child nutrition, influencing legislation on the community, state and federal levels.
- Awards up to $3,000 to one (1) selected fellow to attend and be recognized at SNA’s Legislative Action Conference, helping to defray travel expenses.
- Eligibility: Be an active School/Site Nutrition Staff SNA member for at least three years (October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2026); has never previously attended LAC; and has an interest in child nutrition policy.
The deadline to apply is November 20, 2026.
School Nutrition Association will sponsor ten (10) scholarships for LAC 2027. Five (5) of the scholarships will be awarded to returning attendees and five (5) scholarships to first-time attendees. Recipients of the SNA sponsored LAC scholarships will each receive $1,400 to cover registration, airfare, hotels, and meals. Each scholarship recipient must comply with his/her school district’s policy on out-of-district travel.
J.T.M. Food Group will sponsor four (4) scholarships for LAC 2027. Two (2) of the scholarships will be awarded to returning attendees and two (2) to first-time attendees. Recipients of the J.T.M. Food Group sponsored LAC scholarships will each receive $1,000 to cover registration, airfare, hotels, and meals. Each scholarship recipient must comply with his/her school district’s policy on out-of-district travel.
The Frank & Erinn Massabni Scholarship Program will provide one (1) $3,000 scholarship for LAC27 open to first-time attendees from any state.
REQUIREMENTS To apply for the scholarship, individuals must be:
- Current School/Site Nutrition Staff and Director/Supervisor SNA members
- A member of SNA for at least 1 year (10/1/2025 - 9/30/2026)
- SNA membership join date on or before October 1, 2025
- State Agency and Industry members are not eligible
- Only one scholarship per school district per conference
Applications for Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, and Texas SNA members
The Frank & Erinn Massabni Scholarship Program will allow members to attend SNA’s Legislative Action Conference (LAC) March 7-9, 2027, in Washington, D.C.
Frank & Erinn Massabni are committed to helping school nutrition professionals gain the education they need to feed millions of schoolchildren each year, as shown by their investment in the School Nutrition Foundation's Conference Scholarships Program.
Four (4) $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to recipients in the states of Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, and Texas.
To apply, individuals must be:
- SNA School/Site Nutrition Staff or a Director/Supervisor SNA member.
- Resident of the state
- SNA national member for at least 1 year (join date as of October 1, 2025)
- First-time LAC attendee
- State Agency and Industry members are not eligible
Please select your state below to access the appropriate scholarship application:
The deadline to apply for all LAC27 scholarships is November 20, 2026.
Learn more about the Legislative Action Conference 2027.
SNF Pathways Scholarship Program
The SNF Pathways Scholarship Program is a brand-new, quarterly opportunity created to help member pursue or maintain a SNA Certificate in School Nutrition or obtain the School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) credential.
SNA’s Certificate Program
SNF is committed to supporting SNA members who are applying for a Certificate in School Nutrition from SNA or maintaining their certificate through renewal or reinstatement.
This scholarship helps reduce financial barriers by covering:
- Certificate application fees
- Renewal fees
- Reinstatement fees
SNA’s Certificate Program aligns with USDA Professional Standards and recognizes members’ commitment to ongoing professional excellence.
Stay tuned for updates on the next scholarship application cycle..
SNS Credentialing Exam
The School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) Credential is a mark of excellence for professionals who manage or direct school nutrition programs in today’s challenging environment.
This new scholarship opportunity awards five (5) eligible members with a $774 scholarship each quarter to fully fund the:
- SNS Exam Application Fee
- SNS Study Guide Bundle
- On-Demand SNS Prep Course
The SNS Credentialing Exam evaluates the knowledge and skills required to successfully lead school nutrition programs and teams. Apply now to review complete eligibility requirements and guidelines.
Stay tuned for updates on the next scholarship application cycle.
Professional Development Scholarships
The School Nutrition Foundation (SNF) Professional Development Scholarship helps SNA members invest in their professional growth through educational opportunities that strengthen their knowledge, skills, and ability to serve students. Scholarships can support a variety of professional development experiences, empowering school nutrition professionals to enhance their careers while advancing the profession as a whole.
Applications for the next scholarship cycle are expected to open in 2027.
Check out the full list of Professional Development Scholarship recipients here.
Thank you to the 2026 Professional Development Scholarship Sponsors
- Bart Christian, Superhero Scholarship
Applications for the 2027 Professional Development Scholarships will open in 2027
Thank you to our generous 2026 Conference Scholarship sponsors for your ongoing support!
Questions? Contact SNF@schoolnutrition.org.
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