January 15, 2026
After 18 months and 89 amazing events, the 90th celebration on Jacques’ actual 90th birthday was the crowning jewel of the 90/90 Campaign. Jacques, Claudine, and much of the JPF team welcomed guests to the sold-out event in Jacques’ adopted hometown at an historic beachfront resort with Connecticut’s finest culinary talent.
January 13, 2026
We are delighted to announce the final round of 2025 Principal Grant awardees, along with two Partnership Circle Grant recipients. We are honored to partner with these community-based culinary training programs and excited to see how far their graduates will go.
November 26, 2025
When we launched our 90/90 series of events over a year ago, we hoped it would be a meaningful tribute to Jacques. We never could have imagined the truly inspirational outpouring of creativity, generosity, and hospitality we’ve seen nationwide—all part of a JPF community that you helped foster. Your support ensures that Jacques’s teaching philosophy continues to thrive in Community Kitchens across the country, giving people the confidence and skills to explore new opportunities.
October 29, 2025
From coast to coast, 90/90 Home Celebrations have brought people together — and with them, countless stories of how Jacques Pépin and the JPF have touched lives. For Terry in Gaithersburg, MD, one of these celebrations became a way to connect his love of entertaining with a mission he deeply believes in.
September 12, 2025
It was a busy summer for JPF Grantees! Here’s a bit of what they’ve been up to in the past few months, and be sure to find out how you can volunteer to help provide JPF funds to deserving Community Kitchens nationwide!
Join us for an evening with celebrated culinary personalities, amazing food and drinks, and the glamor of New York City — all in support of our mission to change lives through the power of culinary education. With strong interest each year and limited premium seating, we encourage you to reserve your place for this incredible event.
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