The Jacques Pépin Foundation
The JPF advances Jacques Pépin’s love of culinary arts and education and supports the teaching of culinary skills through various channels to many communities.
The JPF supports community-based kitchens that offer culinary training to adults with high barriers to employment, including those impacted by the justice system, those experiencing homelessness, individuals in recovery, or those that have been underserved.
The JPF produces video recipes by Jacques Pépin and other notable chefs, creates culinary arts educational resources and helps develop the skills and techniques necessary for both professional and home cooks.
Join the JPF family as a Member to support our educational programs. As a member, you will gain access to unparalleled content, including our Webby Award finalist Video Recipe Book, Cook with Jacques Pépin & Friends, featuring recipes and video instruction from hundreds of chefs. Join here.
Do you want to learn more about the Foundation? View our introduction video or read our Annual Reports. Have a question or need to get in touch? Contact us.
Annual Report 2023 — The JPF strongly believes in the power of culinary education to improve lives and strengthen communities. Thanks to your generous support, and the continued growth of our Membership program, the JPF granted 17 organizations nationwide, expanded educational culinary video output, and increased our investment in curricular development. Thank you for helping us advance Jacques' love of culinary arts and education by supporting the teaching of culinary skills through various channels to many communities.
Past Reports
Our Vision
Enriching lives and strengthening communities through the power of culinary education.
Our Mission
The Jacques Pépin Foundation promotes Jacques’ generosity and passion for cooking by supporting individuals that seek, and organizations that create pathways to success through culinary professionalism, skills and technique.
The Power of Culinary Education
We believe that culinary education and the food service industry can provide opportunities and hope for individuals who feel excluded from the workforce. With commitment and a relatively small amount of training, culinary training can provide confidence, pathways to better health, employment and independence.Our Work
As the most trusted name in culinary education, we believe the Jacques Pépin Foundation is uniquely qualified to provide support, help teach and inspire all people to cook.
What We See
Culinary education and learning to master culinary technique and skills:
- Provides access to jobs
- Increases personal growth, self-reliance, and empowerment
- Can improve health outcomes
- Helps reduce food expenses and food waste
- Develops a deeper understanding of the food system
- Is valuable for both professional and home cooks
What We Do
Empowering Individuals Through Community-Based Kitchens
The Community-Based Kitchen Support Program provides aid to non-profit culinary training centers for those facing barriers to employment. With the support of JPF Grants and educational resources, these programs lead to food service industry employment for participants.
Expanding Impact Through Educational Resources
With resources such as the Cook with Jacques Pépin & Friends Video Recipe Book, an expansive video library housed on our website, an online cooking course in partnership with Rouxbe, and recipes created for social media, the JPF offers foundational and advanced culinary education through various channels to many communities and individuals. These resources empower home cooks and aspiring chefs alike with lifelong opportunities.
Building a Supportive Community Through Membership
The JPF Membership Program builds a community that extends beyond member benefits such as full access to hundreds of member videos in the Cook with Jacques Pépin & Friends Video Recipe Book. It contributes to and inspires wellness, equitable education, and workforce development, fosters a culture of integrity and sharing.
Our Support for Community Kitchens Explore the Interactive Map
Our Programs
Our grant program supports existing community kitchens with grant funding, educational tools, equipment and recognition.
Jacques Pépin
Jacques has dedicated the majority of his career to teaching technique. His own journey began as a child in his mother's restaurant in Lyon and led him to Paris and the service of French Presidents, then to New York and Le Pavillon. His talent, energy and charm ingratiated him with America's most influential foodies: James Beard, Helen McCully, Craig Claiborne and Julia Child.
Executives, Board and Team
Executives
Board of Directors
Advisors to the Foundation
Team Members
Public Documents
This section provides access to our financial statements.
