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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 provide members with the opportunity 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 that joined after the stated deadline will NOT be eligible
- Members that 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 application deadline is 11/6/2026.
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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