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Willi Fida Culinary Bursary
Funding for young culinary students in Prince Edward County
Last Update: May 18, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This bursary provides up to $2,500 to support young people from Prince Edward County pursuing post-secondary culinary education. It supports culinary studies and requires an application with references, academic records, and proof of acceptance.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-secondary culinary education.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Letter of introduction or short video
- Two letters of recommendation
- Most recent high school transcript or grades
- Letter of acceptance from the post-secondary institution
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Youth from Prince Edward County
- Students pursuing culinary education
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward County, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by The County Foundation.
- Applications are assessed in four areas: academic competence, extracurricular involvement, culinary career interest, and culinary experience.
- Additional information or an interview may be requested.
- Applicants are notified of the outcome.
- Final decisions are made by the Board of Directors or their designate.
Additional information
- Recipients may apply again in the future.
- Applications can be submitted electronically or manually.
- Short video responses are accepted instead of written responses for some application items.
- Accessibility support is available on request.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary?
This bursary provides up to $2,500 to support young people from Prince Edward County pursuing post-secondary culinary education. It supports culinary studies and requires an application with references, academic records, and proof of acceptance.
How much funding can be received?
Willi Fida Culinary Bursary Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary program?
To be eligible for the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary program, you must:
Under 30 years old
Prince Edward County resident
Full-time culinary studies
Who can I contact for more information about the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary?
You can contact The County Foundation by email at info@thecountyfoundation.ca or by phone at 613-519-4470.
Where is the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary available?
The Willi Fida Culinary Bursary program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Willi Fida Culinary Bursary is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary?
Willi Fida Culinary Bursary is funded by The County Foundation