The Colorado Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier
The Colorado chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier is a collective of forward-thinking and successful female leaders in the food, beverage, hospitality, nutrition and agricultural fields whose mission is to support education and philanthropy in those fields.
We grant scholarships to aspiring professional women in food, beverage, and hospitality, as well as celebrate and support Colorado women-led businesses. Our vision is guided by three objectives: Education, Diversity, and Philanthropy. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization.
As a vibrant and growing chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International, our Colorado Chapter’s diverse membership represents influential female leaders in the food, beverage, hospitality, nutrition and agricultural fields. We strive to be a positive influence in our community and to provide opportunities for others to be equally influential and respected in their personal and professional communities.
GRANTS FOR WOMEN IN HOSPITALITY
Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) and the Colorado chapter’s mission is to inspire, advance, and support women leaders in food, beverage, hospitality, nutrition, and agriculture. A central part of this mission is to provide scholarships to Colorado-based women pursuing degrees in these fields at an accredited Colorado college or university.
By investing in education, the organization helps women gain the skills and opportunities needed to thrive professionally, while also fostering mentorship, community, and leadership development. Our goal is not only to open doors for individual women, but also to strengthen and diversify the future of the global food, beverage, hospitality, nutrition, and agriculture industries.
Are you a Colorado-based woman currently studying food, beverage, hospitality, nutrition, or agriculture at a college in the state?
Apply for a scholarship from Les Dames d’Escoffier. Colorado Chapter will award up to $4500 in scholarships to three Colorado-based individuals who are accepted and enrolled in credited programs in Colorado for the fall semester 2026.
Application Requirements and Application can be found here.
Thank you for your generous support of Colorado’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Les Dames d’Escoffier Colorado, and of the next generation of women entering the food, beverage, agriculture, and hospitality industries. It is because of your sponsorship that our annual scholarships are possible, and more women are able to enter this field for which we all share tremendous passion.
Les Dames d’Escoffier Colorado is a community of passionate industry leaders and successful business owners who shape the way we eat and drink. By becoming a Sponsor, you help ensure that we continue our important work in advancing female professionals in this industry. Your contributions also ensure that we have the resources to continue championing critical issues. We aim to make the food and beverage industries more diverse, equitable, and sustainable. We grow stronger as leaders when we work together towards our shared mission.
Colorado Chapter