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Our Academy Foundation is the only public charity, funded solely by donations, dedicated exclusively to supporting nutrition and dietetics students and professionals by empowering them to help consumers live healthier lives. From scholarships and awards to research grants and disaster relief, our Foundation makes a direct impact on thousands of individuals each year.

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2023 Foundation Scholarship Recipients Say Thanks!

     

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Scholarships

Our Foundation invests in the current and next generation of food and nutrition professionals, helping to build a diverse, ample, qualified, and highly educated workforce.

Awards

Our Foundation recognizes individual Academy members and their professional excellence through numerous annual Foundation awards.
    

Grants

Our Foundation offers several annual research grants in an effort to stimulate innovation and discovery within the profession.
    

Fellowships

Our Foundation makes a positive impact on global health and nutrition by collaborating efforts with external stakeholders and the Academy's research, science and international affairs team.

Latest News

  • June 2026 Monthly Message

    2 days ago

    Looking Ahead to a Bright and Meaningful Year Dear Colleagues and Friends, I am honored and excited to begin my year as Chair ...

  • May 2026 Monthly Message

    12 days ago

    With Gratitude: Reflecting on a Year of Impact Dear Colleagues and Friends, As I close out my year as Chair of the Academy ...

  • February 2026 Monthly Message

    3 months ago

    We Did It! 🎉The Foundation is excited to share that we have raised $1,078,945 for scholarships through our Make it a ...

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Give Day 2026!

Academy Foundation Give Day: March 19th

The Foundation’s annual Give Day on March 19 was an incredible reminder of what our community can accomplish. Thank you to everyone who supported the Academy Foundation and invested in the future of the nutrition and dietetics profession. Together, we raised more than $37,500!