Making a Difference

Celebrate Jacques’ 90th Birthday Nationwide

Chill the Champagne and stock up on birthday candles, because Jacques Pépin is going to turn 90 next year! That’s something to commemorate in and of itself, but at the Jacques Pépin Foundation we’re planning to celebrate both the man and the mission of the JPF.

An Evening at the French Laundry Dedicated to a Life of Teaching

June 26, 2025

On November 1, 2025, Chef Thomas Keller will host an intimate dinner at The French Laundry in honor of Jacques Pépin and in support of the Jacques Pépin Foundation, as part of our 90/90 Celebration Series. The evening promises extraordinary hospitality in service of a purpose far greater than the meal itself—honoring a legacy of teaching with the greatest culinary educators of our time.

Jacques Lessons in Language

May 28, 2025

We happen to believe that Jacques is one of the greatest culinary instructors of all time, but we were recently surprised to learn he’s also a great English teacher! As Teacher Appreciation Month comes to a close, here is an excerpt from a fun story that Chef Josh Riazi, COO of JPF Grantee Genesis Center – CHOP, shared at their 90/90 Celebration in March.

Host a Home Cook Celebration for Jacques

May 13, 2025

Join cooks from all over in hosting Home Cook Celebrations in honor of Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday by creating a meal of your own! Whether you host a sit-down dinner, a potluck, or something else entirely (perhaps a crêpe party?), it’s a chance to celebrate the joy of food with your community.

Why Membership Matters

March 12, 2025

In his long career, Jacques Pépin has taught generations of professionals and home cooks. The Jacques Pépin Foundation is Jacques’ legacy realized, and the JPF Membership Program is a cornerstone of the vision and mission of the Jacques Pépin Foundation. We invite you to become a Member of the JPF and take part firsthand in enriching lives and strengthening communities through the power of culinary education.

Building Community Through Membership

February 11, 2025

What you’re seeing on this map is a glimpse of the JPF Membership’s impact nationwide. Through your philanthropic support, you’re not just giving; you’re investing in people and programs at Community Kitchens across the country that empower individuals to build careers, nourish others, and find purpose in the kitchen.

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