Diversity Level Scholarships

Bertie Brown $200 in Scholarship Funds - BIPOC

Accepting Applications

Are you a woman of color working in the fermented food or beverage industries?* Could you use a scholarship to help with the costs of conferences, classes or continued education?

Apply for the Bertie Brown Scholarship. It provides up to $200 to assist with tuition, materials, conferences, or any other professional expenses. Any woman of color who is an active member of Fermenta is eligible. This scholarship will be offered continuously (no deadline) as long as there are funds available and eligible applicants! 

If you haven’t joined Fermenta and money is tight, let us know - scholarship backers will fund as many new BIPOC members as we can.

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  ROLLING APPLICATION

Apply Here

This opportunity is considered a Diversity scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org (Please mention BIPOC in the subject line.)

*Pickling, cheese-making, brewing, wine-making, cider-making, distilling, mead-making, yogurt-making, kombucha-making, etc. . . . .

Conferences/Certifications/Professional Memberships Scholarships

The brew detroit tuition scholarship

Accepting Applications

This scholarship awards $1,500.00 towards tuition in a Michigan College or University-based Brewing Program for the academic years 2022/2023 (Fall 2022, Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall 2023).

Candidates may already be enrolled in a program and may use the funds to continue their studies in 2022/2023, or they may begin classes in 2023. Funds may also be used for reimbursement for Fall 2022 semester; tuition receipts are required for reimbursement. 

DEADLINE TO APPLY: OCTOBER 23, 2022

Apply Here

INFO ABOUT MICHIGAN COLLEGES WITH BREWING PROGRAMS -

• EMU Bachelor in Fermentation Science 
• CMU Fermentation Science Program 
• WMU Sustainable Brewing Degree (in conjunction with KVCC’s Sustainable Brewing certificate) 
• Kalamazoo Valley Community College Sustainable Brewing Certificate 
• Grand Rapids Community College Craft Brewing, Packaging & Service Operations Certificate 
• Schoolcraft Community College Brewing & Distillation Technology Program Certificate   

Entry Level Scholarships

Continuing Education Scholarships

Previous Scholarship Offerings

One year membership to a professional organization – Beer, Wine, Spirits, Mead, Cider, Kombucha, Cheese etc. Up to $200.

Have you considered the benefits of joining a professional organization?  You become part of the wider community and benefit from the insight and information shared among other professionals in your chosen field. Not sure where to start? Check out the list below!

Brewers Association - https://www.brewersassociation.org/membership/

Master Brewers Association (MBAA) - https://www.mbaa.com/membership/Pages/default.aspx

American Society of Brewing Chemists (ASBC) - https://www.asbcnet.org/community/pages/default.aspx

Michigan Brewers Guild - https://www.mibeer.com/become-a-member

American Homebrewers Association - https://www.homebrewersassociation.org/membership/join-or-renew/?gclid=CjwKCAjwiJqWBhBdEiwAtESPaJdTKI8IORDUVHHszvoGdpqYRwL1L3okytXFyLE036zbraIvNb_HWRoCmrEQAvD_BwE

American Meadmakers Association - https://mead-makers.org/about/

Black Bourbon Society - https://www.joinit.org/o/blackbourbonsociety

Society of Wine Educators - https://societyofwineeducators.org/memberships/

GuildSomm - https://www.guildsomm.com/about_us/who-we-are/

American Cheese Society - https://www.cheesesociety.org/membership/

VISUAL BEER EDUCATION FROM EM SAUTER OF PINTS AND PANELS

This scholarship includes a copy of the book “Hooray For Craft Beer”, the “Visual” Cicerone Beer Server Syllabus (*in picture form*), plus a $50 gift card from the Pints and Panels store, for purchase of more educational materials. (T-shirts, pins, koozies etc are exempt.)

More info about Pints and Panels- https://www.pintsandpanels.com/about

https://www.pintsandpanels.com/store/visual-cicerone-certified-beer-server-level-1-syllabus

MASTERING BEER & FOOD PAIRING (online/on demand) COURSE by MIRELLA AMATO, MASTER CICERONE® of BEEROLOGY

https://beerology.ca

Designed for industry professionals, this online on-demand course is an easy to follow, step-by-step guide that will show you how to master pairing beer with food.

“I’ve been honing the content and structure of this course for years because I wanted to make sure it was both practical and thorough, and I’m so happy to finally share the result. This course empowers those who work with beer to take advantage of the added value that food pairing recommendations bring to any beer selection; it provides all the information you need to consistently and deliberately put together great pairings.”

More info- https://beerology.ca/2022/01/20/learn-how-to-master-pairing-beer-with-food/

BLIND WINE TASTING BASICS by KARIANN FIFER, CERTIFIED SOMMELIER

Learn the basics of blind wine tasting with a Certified Sommelier in this in-person 2-hour class! It’s part of

Schoolcraft College’s Personal and Professional Learning program.

Class meets on Friday October 14 from 7pm – 9pm at Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI, 48152.

More info – see Pg 15  https://www.flipsnack.com/schoolcraftcepd/ppl-fall-schedule-2022.html

RAISING THE BAR: COCKTAILS FOR THE HOLIDAYS by FRED BUELTMANN, CERTIFIED CICERONE®

Elevate your home-cocktail game just in time for the holidays! Learn 6 recipes and tips! Includes the online synchronous class, and $75 towards ingredient purchase! (Ingredient list will be sent to you a week ahead of class.) Class is Thurs Nov 10, 6 – 8PM, online (synchronous).

More info – see Pg 15  https://www.flipsnack.com/schoolcraftcepd/ppl-fall-schedule-2022.html

INTRODUCTION TO FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS by KARIANN FIFER, CERTIFIED SOMMELIER

Learn the basics of pairing wine with food with a Certified Sommelier in this in-person 2-hour class! Just in time for Thanksgiving! It’s part of Schoolcraft College’s Personal and Professional Learning program.

Class meets on Friday November 4 from 7pm – 9pm at Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI, 48152.

More info – see Pg 15  https://www.flipsnack.com/schoolcraftcepd/ppl-fall-schedule-2022.htm

Barrel and Flow Fest, Pittsburgh, August 12 - 14. "Black arts on tap"

https://www.barrelandflow.com/

This scholarship includes a VIP admission to the fest!

VIP Ticket: Admission to: Friday, August 12, 2022 all-day conferencing*, Friday evening bottle share and appetizers, swag bag that includes: taster glass, stemless glass, t-shirt, and other fun merch, 12:00 pm (noon) entry for Saturday beer festival and private VIP area during festival hours, and entry for August 14, 2022 Sunday Brewers Brunch. Swag bag pick up will be at the festival. **Only 250 VIP tickets are available**

PLUS.....Fermenta will reimburse you for up to $300 in travel expenses, if you are coming from out of town, or live locally but need assistance in getting to the fest. **

More info about the fest here - https://www.barrelandflow.com/

*Click here to see some of the conference line-up. Specific times TBA.

** Re travel reimbursement - Receipts needed for reimbursement. If you live out of state, up to $300 for hotel or travel costs. If you live in the Pittsburgh area, we will reimburse you if you need to incur travel expenses to the event. Examples could include parking, gas if you are coming from far, transport to and from any particular event during the conference, etc. This is up to the discretion of the scholarship committee. Please email us with specific questions - scholarships@fermentamichigan.org

$300 towards Certification

Are you working towards a certification in any of the fermented beverage or food industries? Cicerone Certifications? BJCP judge? WSET or Court of Master Sommeliers? Certified Pommelier? Certified Bourbon/Scotch/Whiskey Professional? Certified Sake Professional? Need a little help with the cost of classes, books, study materials and/or exams?

This scholarship offers up to $300 towards your goal!*

*Application includes a full description of your goal, your pathway and current status, and specific plans to utilize the funds. Method of distribution of funds is at the discretion of the Scholarship Director and subcommittee; may include direct registration for courses, shipping of books and materials direct to applicant, etc.

This opportunity is considered a conferences/certifications/professional membership scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org (Please mention "$300 towards Certification" in the subject line.)

RAISING THE BAR: MAKING SIMPLE AND DELICIOUS COCKTAILS AT HOME (online/synchronous) CLASS

This on-line, synchronous class is part of Schoolcraft College’s Personal & Professional Learning Program, and is taught by The Beervangelist Fred Bueltmann. Class is on May 15, 6 – 8PM.*

"Discover the origin story of a few classic cocktails, while you make them in the comfort of your own home. Mix along or see how to prepare drinks that are reliably delicious and provide the fundamentals needed to create all other cocktails. The Old Fashioned, The Daiquiri, The Martini & The Manhattan will all be covered. An ingredient and supply list will be emailed one week prior to the start of class. If mixing along, have ingredients and supplies ready before class. You must be at least 21 years old to attend."

*Scholarship includes cost of class, and $50 towards ingredients and supplies.

Link for additional Information

This opportunity is considered a continuing education scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org (Please mention "Raising the Bar" in the subject line.)

BEER JUDGE (BJCP) TRAINING COURSE

BEER JUDGE (online/on demand) TRAINING COURSE by JEN BLAIR, NATIONAL BJCP JUDGE, ADVANCED CICERONE®, https://underthejenfluence.beer/
This course is designed for people who are interested in learning more about
• Becoming a beer judge
• Improving their palates and descriptive vocabulary
• Becoming a BJCP-ranked beer judge
• Supplementing their Cicerone Certification Program endeavors
• Learning more about beer styles

Link for additional Information

This opportunity is considered a continuing education scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org (Please mention "BJCP Training Course" in the subject line.)

MASTERING BEER & FOOD PAIRING (online/on demand) COURSE

MASTERING BEER & FOOD PAIRING (online/on demand) COURSE by MIRELLA AMATO, MASTER CICERONE® of BEEROLOGY https://beerology.ca

Designed for industry professionals, this course is an easy to follow, step-by-step guide that will show you how to master pairing beer with food.

“I’ve been honing the content and structure of this course for years because I wanted to make sure it was both practical and thorough, and I’m so happy to finally share the result. This course empowers those who work with beer to take advantage of the added value that food pairing recommendations bring to any beer selection; it provides all the information you need to consistently and deliberately put together great pairings.”

Link for additional Information

This opportunity is considered a continuing education scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org (Please mention "Mastering Beer & Food Pairing" in the subject line.)

March is National Reading Month

To celebrate, Fermenta is giving away $500 in fermentation resource books to interested members!
Click the link BELOW, give us some info, and indicate which books interests you!

MICHIGAN BREWERS GUILD 2022 WINTER CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW

Please join us at Michigan's Great Beer State Conference & Trade Show January 12-14, 2022 at the Grand Traverse Resort in Acme, MI 

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DEADLINE TO APPLY IS SUNDAY DECEMBER 12, 2021.

THIS SCHOLARSHIP AWARD INCLUDES**:

-FULL CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW REGISTRATION FOR ONE PERSON

-2 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION (Wednesday 12th & Thursday 13th) AT THE CONFERENCE VENUE IN TRAVERSE CITY

The 2022 conference is sporting a new name and expanded collaboration which now includes Michigan State University Extension in addition to MBAA-District MI. Many of the elements remain the same including high quality educational tracks, trade show and Great Beer State dinner plus new tracks focused on hops and barley. We have essentially incorporated the annual Great Lakes Hop & Barley Conference within our format which will be great for networking and education.

MORE INFO HERE

**WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS SCHOLARSHIP

• Full conference & trade show registration, including a sensory seminar, for one person. Two nights accommodation at the conference hotel, plus parking if extra. Your room will be booked for you and will be either one king or two doubles. Additions to this, such as another bed, portable fridge etc are not covered. Room fees and taxes are covered; additional purchases from the room or hotel during your stay are not covered. 
• Dinner on Thursday evening is provided by the MBG and is included in this scholarship offering. There may be other meals or beverages provided by the MBG during the conference, but if not, other than the Thursday evening dinner, food and beverage purchases are not covered. 
• Transportation costs to and from the conference are not covered. 

NON-TRADITIONAL BEVERAGE (VIRTUAL) WORKSHOP SERIES

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This scholarship will pay for the three workshops in this series.

https://www.asbcnet.org/events/Workshops/Pages/NonTraditionalBeverages.aspx

2021 Broadcast Dates: November 9 | November 16​ | November​ 30​

The Non-Traditional Beverages Virtual Workshop Series, hosted by the American Society of Bre​wing Chemists (ASBC), brings together lead​ers from the brewing industry and academia to deliver technical and scientific insights on the production of kombucha, ready-to-drink beverages, and hard seltzers. Happening November 9, 16, and 30​, this educational event will provide you with networking opportunities, lively discussions ​with experts, and a deeper technical understanding of how to commercially produce these beverages in your existing brewery.**

Program content will be​ scheduled from 9:00 a.m. —​ 1:00 p.m. Central Time each day. Detailed program information to come. Registrants will have on-deman​d access to the workshop(s) they​ register for through December 31, 2021. 

** This series is hosted by the ASBC, so expect some technical content. 

November 9: It's All About Kombucha ​
November 16: Everything but Hard Seltzers​
November 30: ​Hard Seltzers

$200 Textbook Reimbursement

$200 Professional Organization Membership

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TEXTBOOK REIMBURSEMENT 

This scholarship awards $200 for textbook reimbursement, for Fall 2021 semester, for books purchased in any college-based brewing program. (Receipts must be submitted.) 

MEMBERSHIP TO A PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION, UP TO $200

Renew or join the MBAA, ASBC, Brewers Association, Craft Maltsters Guild, or other beer, cider, mead, wine, spirits or fermented food trade associations! This scholarship will pay for a one-year membership, up to $200 value. 

$150 BOOK REIMBURSEMENT

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Would you like to learn about a fermented beverage or food that you are not familiar with? Are you a “beer person” looking to expand your knowledge on wine, cider, mead, spirits, kombucha, cheese? Are you a mead, cider, kombucha, wine or spirits person looking to expand your knowledge about beer or fermented foods? Maybe you are a home brewer that is thinking about going “pro”? Or, are you a beginner in all fermented beverage areas? 

This scholarship awards books, up to $150 in value, in any fermented beverage or food field. You choose your books, and we’ll purchase and ship them to you!

HOP CAMP!

Thank you to Earthen Ales for their kind sponsorship of this event.

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MI LOCAL HOPS is hosting HOP CAMP!

Hop Camp is August 28 & 29, at Mi Local Hops In Williamsburg (near Traverse City), and will include the following, for you and a guest!

A comprehensive tour of the hop farm and processing facility.

A hop sensory class.

A tour of Empire Malting Company.

Camping at Mi Local's farm.*

A $100 stipend towards travel expenses and food purchase for the weekend. (Camping is free.)

EDUCATION! FUN! CAMARADERIE!

*(Travel to Hop Camp is not included. Please follow "more info" link below for camping details.)

This scholarship is an Entry Level scholarship, and is open to all Fermenta members. If you have won an Entry Level scholarship in the past year and wish to apply, please do!

MORE INFO & ITINERARY - https://drive.google.com/.../11f1SM8J.../view...

This opportunity is considered an Entry Level scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org

National Homebrew Con On-Line

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NATIONAL HOMEBREW CON ON-LINE June 17 – 19, 2021

“Join your fellow homebrewers online for top-notch educational content, virtual meet-ups and happy hours, sponsored demonstrations, and awards presentations!”

Choose from two options:
Option 1:

If you are a current member of the AHA -

Homebrew Con 2021 Online: Three days of 20+ live seminars, meet-ups, and sponsored demos. All seminars are online and will be accessible after the event.

Option 2:

If you are not a current member of the AHA -

AHA Membership + Homebrew Con 2021 Online: Includes one-year digital membership to the American Homebrewers Association (AHA)** with Homebrew Con 2021 Online registration.

** AHA membership donated by an anonymous donor

For More Information: Homebrew Con

This opportunity is considered an Entry Level Scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

Deadline: Closed

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org

$500 Towards Tuition in a Fermentation Program, Course or Class

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If you are currently enrolled in a brewing, distillation, or wine-making program, OR if you are considering enrolling, consider applying for this scholarship!  This scholarship awards up to $500 toward a program, course or class, online or in person, for Spring, Summer or Fall 2021. The class must be about fermentation (i.e. brewing, distillation, wine making, mead making, sake brewing kombucha etc) or a course specific to the craft beverage industry (i.e. brewery marketing, brewery management, etc.)

This scholarship will pay for (or reimburse you if you’ve already paid) up to $500, not to exceed the cost of the course.  (Receipts required for reimbursement.)

Examples of in-person programs (but not limited to) are Schoolcraft College Brewing & Distillation Technology, EMU Fermentation Science, KVCC Sustainable Brewing Certificate, GRCC Brewing Certificate etc.

Examples of on-line programs (but not limited to) are Siebel Institute/WBA, The IBD’s General Certificate in Brewing or Distillation, American Brewers Guild, UC Davis Continuing Education on-line brewing courses, White Labs Fermentation “on demand” courses, CSW on-line course (Napa Valley Wine Academy), Cider Institute of America etc.

This opportunity is considered a Conferences/Certifications/Professional Membership level scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

Deadline: Closed

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org

Cicerone Certification Program

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This scholarship is for the Cicerone® Certification Program’s BeerSavvy® On-line. This course is a series of lectures that prepares you to take the Certified Beer Server exam, and includes the exam.

“BeerSavvy® Online uses videos, activities, and quizzes to lead you through eight professionally-designed course modules. You’ll proceed at your own pace. You have a full 90 days to complete the course. You can complete the modules in any order and repeat them as many times as you like. When you’re ready, take the included Certified Beer Server exam to earn your first Cicerone certification.”

Thank you to Cicerone® for providing this scholarship.

For More Information: Cicerone® Beer Savvy

This opportunity is considered an Entry Level Scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

Deadline: Closed

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org

Title Track & We the People's "Understanding Racial Justice"

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5-class virtual course: April 25-May 23 (Sundays from 3 pm-5 pm)

"Title Track and We the People -- MI are happy to present, "Understanding Racial Justice," which is a five-week course for white people ready to lean into the racial justice movement, co-facilitated by skilled, longtime facilitators Elizabeth Wolff and Seth Bernard.

For More Information: Title Track Michigan, Understanding Racial Justice

Deadline: Closed

This opportunity is considered a Diversity scholarship. For requirements, see top of this page.

If you have any questions, please email Scholarships@fermentamichigan.org