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IFT Feeding Tomorrow Fun Run + Walk Fundraiser
The IFT Feeding Tomorrow Fund is the philanthropic agent of change in the food science industry community. Our mission is to bring the most creative and innovative minds to the science of food and to help them improve the world.
Supporting the IFT Feeding Tomorrow Fund not only supports young people in their career development but also helps develop a pipeline of talent for every organization connected to food science.
The Fun Run can be added as part of your IFT FIRST registration.
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IFT Feeding Tomorrow Fun Run + Walk Fundraiser Sponsors
IFT would like to introduce our 2026 sponsors of IFT Feeding Tomorrow Fun Run + Walk Fundraiser. We thank them for their support in making this event possible and helping us bring together the global science of food community.
Discover how IFT FIRST sponsorship opportunities can help you get your brand in front of decision makers and generate leads that will help you reach all your marketing goals. See all opportunities here.
Premier Sponsors
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Coca-Cola
Supporter Sponsors
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Mattson
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MDPI
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Chesapeake Spice
2025 Impact Report
In June of 2025, IFT’s Feeding Tomorrow Fund announced the recipients of 95 undergraduate and graduate food science scholarships totaling over $200,000. Find out more.See our impact from 2025 below and contact Monica Shey mshey@ift.org for sponsorship details.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Invest in the next generation of professionals in food science and technology! By sponsoring the Fun Run and Walk fundraiser, you’ll positively impact the future of food. For sponsorship inquiries, contact Monica Shey.
Your contributions fund scholarships which support students, like me, who are pursuing a food science education. Thank you for your support, and please consider registering for this year’s virtual event!
Make a difference
Fun Run + Fitness 2026
Support IFT Fun Run + Walk Fundraiser to support student scholarships! Are you an official Supporter, Sponsor, or Champion? Use this button to donate! Please note, this is a place to donate ONLY, not register.
