2026 DRF High 5 Hospitality ProStart Student Scholarship
The Delaware Restaurant Foundation presents the 2026 DRF High 5 Hospitality Scholarship Award. Funds of up to $5,555 will be distributed in three tiers: (1) $3,000, (1) $2,000 and (1) $555 to selected outstanding ProStart students in an approved ProStart program who have demonstrated an interest and dedication toward a future in the foodservice industry. Recipients will be asked to attend the Annual DRF Fundraising Dinner on April 1, 2026 at The Hyatt Place, Dewey Beach, DE from 6pm-9pm. Please save the date!

Eligibility: Open to all ProStart Juniors & Seniors who attend an approved ProStart Program High School in the state of Delaware. Funds are to be utilized toward Culinary/Hospitality Focused Post-Secondary Support, Workforce Assistance, or Leadership Opportunity (Camps, Academies, etc...).  High 5 Hospitality will award up to three (3) scholarships this cycle. However, scholarships will only be awarded if a minimum of ten (10) complete applications are received. If fewer than ten eligible applications are submitted, the scholarships may be withheld for this cycle.

Instructions: 1. Complete ALL sections of the application below. 2. Do not alter this application form in any way or use abbreviations. 3. Application deadline: Must be submitted by 5pm on February 27, 2026.

All applications will be reviewed and approved by the DRF and High 5 Hospitality on March 11, 2026.  Awards will be announced to the recipients on March 16, 2026.  Scholarships will be awarded on April 1, 2026 at the Foundation Dinner. Please note, if an award recipient, funds will be allocated directly to the institution/vendor.
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1. Name of ProStart School
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2. Full Name (first & last)
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3. Email Address
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4. Phone Number (please include area code)
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5. Permanent Address (Street, City, State, Zip)
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6. Gender *
7. Date of Birth *
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8. Ethnicity *
9. What inspired you to become a part of the Pro-Start program with your school? *
10. Do you plan to pursue a career in the culinary arts?  If no, skip to question 13 *
11. Can you share a personal story or experience that ignited your passion for cooking or baking?
12. If you could create a signature dish that represents who you are, what would it be and why?
13. What other jobs, internships, volunteer work, or extra curricular activities have you participated in? *
14. What were your top 3 lessons you learned from those experiences? *
15. What are your long-term career goals? *
16. How do you plan to give back to your community through your work in the field you choose or the culinary field? *
17. Why do you think you deserve this scholarship? *
18. Our company's theme this year is Make a Difference.  Please provide an example of how you plan to make a difference this year. *
19. Please read before choosing yes below. To the best of my knowledge, I have provided the Delaware Restaurant Foundation (DRF) with accurate responses to all questions on this application. I agree to report to the DRF any changes which could affect consideration of my application. I understand that failure to provide valid and complete information could result in the withdrawal of all financial assistance and recall of all awards previously made by the Delaware Restaurant Foundation. Furthermore, if I become a scholarship recipient, I agree to have my information released to promote the Delaware Restaurant Foundation Scholarships Program throughout the restaurant and foodservice industry.
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