Chapter Scholarships
Chapters fund these scholarships and only current members of that Chapter are eligible to apply.
We have switched to a new scholarship platform, OpenWater! Current members can log in using their PBS member login information.
If your Chapter is interested in offering scholarships for your members, please reach out to scholarships@pinkbootssociety.org.
2026 Pink Boots Conference Chapter Scholarships
New Orleans Chapter Members
Application Window: September 1st - November 1st
Scholarship Value: $275
Course Format: In Person
Course Dates: January 27th & 28th, 2026
Location: New Orleans, LA
Scholarships Available: 2
Description:
If you're a member of the New Orleans PBS chapter or are in the Louisiana/Mississippi area, please apply to get a free ticket to the two day conference this January 27-28! We are giving away 2 tickets from our funds. Learn a lot about Beer, wine, and distilling Businesses, from marketing and front of house to production and back of house. Plus network with cool industry women and non-binary people from around the States. Let us know how you think this Conference could help you advance in your career.
Maine Chapter Members
Application Window: September 1st - October 3rd
Scholarship Value: $275 + $1500 Travel Stipend
Course Format: In Person
Course Dates: January 27th & 28th, 2026
Location: New Orleans, LA
Scholarships Available: 2
Description:
2026 Pink Boots Society Conference
Seattle Chapter Members
Application Window: September 3rd - September 28th
Scholarship Value: $275 + $1500 Travel Stipend
Course Format: In Person
Course Dates: January 27th & 28th, 2026
Location: New Orleans, LA
Scholarships Available: 2
Description:
Seattle Pink Boots Society Seattle Chapter is funding scholarships for our members to travel to the National Conference in January in New Orleans! Travel dates are the 26th and 29th surrounding the conference.
Boston Chapter Members
Application Window: September 11th - October 31st
Scholarship Value: $275 + up to $1,500 USD
Course Format: In Person
Course Dates: January 27th & 28th, 2026
Location: New Orleans, LA
Scholarships Available: 2
Description:
The Pink Boots Boston Chapter is offering 2 Scholarships to the 2026 Pink Boots Society Bi-Annual Conference in New Orleans, LA!Join members from across the globe as we come together to learn, connect and grow. There will be nightly networking events beginning on Monday January 26th followed by 2 days full of panels and sessions covering topics across fermentation industries and professions.
Recipients will get a registration ticket and a $1,500 travel stipend. Recipients agree to complete a Social Media Collaboration Post on their time at the Conference - highlighting something learned OR an in-person presentation for the chapter within 60 days of returning from the conference on key learning experiences.
Birmingham, AL Chapter Members
Application Window: September 15th - October 20th
Scholarship Value: $275 and $500
Course Format: In Person
Course Dates: January 27th & 28th, 2026
Location: New Orleans, LA
Scholarships Available: 4
Description:
The Birmingham, Alabama, Chapter of the Pink Boots Society is proud to support professional development and education in the fermented and alcoholic beverage industry. We are offering four scholarships for the 2026 Pink Boots Conference in New Orleans.These scholarships are designed to help members gain access to world-class education, networking, and leadership opportunities at the annual conference.
Scholarship Details:
Two (2) Conference Ticket Scholarships – Covers the full cost of a conference ticket, valued at $275 each.
Two (2) Travel Stipend Scholarships – Provides a $500 stipend to assist with travel and lodging expenses.