Applications are now being accepted for the F2OCUS Fellowship Awards.
Donor Name: Future of Food
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Fellowship
Deadline: 02/27/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year
Details:
Food is essential to life and plays an important role in promotion of health and disease prevention. Importantly, both the sustainability and quality of the food supply are key to providing all Americans access to safe and nutritious foods. Thus, there is an increasing need for food professionals and scientists who are trained to address the challenges related to the safety and security of the food supply, have experience working with key stakeholder groups, and are well-equipped with effective leadership and communication skills. To help prepare undergraduate students for careers related to food systems, the F2OCUS Fellowship Program will provide a sustainable mentoring and training program focused on skills to enhance the safety, quality, and security of food supply.
F2OCUS undergraduate student fellows will participate in experiential learning activities resulting in the
- development of technical skills in research related to food science
- creation of a novel food product with a team of F2OCUS fellows
- engagement in externships with food industry and cooperative extension partners
F2OCUS undergraduate student fellows will also develop leadership and communication skills by
- connecting with current food industry leaders
- cultivating professional leadership skills
- building communication skills to prepare for their future careers
Funding Information
- Each student awarded with a F2OCUS fellowship will receive a stipend of $5,500 in addition to travel support and on-campus room and board.
- The 2026 summer F2OCUS fellowship program runs for 10 weeks from May 14 through July 24, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate students who are citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or their possessions AND are currently enrolled in a U.S. institution are eligible to apply. Priority will be given to students from traditionally underserved minorities, first-generation college students, and students from institutions with limited research opportunities.
For more information, visit Future of Food.
