2024 Winners
We are so happy to announce the winners of our 2024 Karl's Culinary Scholarship! Congratulations to Charlie Salowich and Ella Cox. Charlie enrolled at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) as a freshman and Ella is at Michigan State University in hier third year. It is our pleasure to award each student with $1500 to help with their educational plans. We couldn’t be prouder of Charlie and Ella for their hard work and dedication. Their future is incredibly bright, and we are excited to see all the amazing things they will achieve. Please join us in congratulating them and wishing them the best of luck as they continue their educational journeys!
Karl’s Cabin Scholarship
Our scholarship was created in 2016 to honor Karl Poulos, the founder of Karl's Cabin. A Greek immigrant who came to the U.S. in 1955, Karl lived the American dream. Mr. Poulos worked in kitchens for over 50 years bringing joy to all his guests. A product of the Greatest Generation, he was a kind, humble and a hardworking man who always put his family first.
Karl Poulos - Founder of Karl's Cabin 
9The Karl's Scholarship recognizes the need to promote personal responsibility, humility, faithful commitment, work ethic & general kindness in the culinary industry. Since inception 9 years ago we have helped 28 students pay for culinary school by donating over $43,000 in awards and scholarships.
We send a special big thank you to our major sponsors - Tito's Handmade Vodka, Great Lakes Wine & Spirits & Gordon Food Service. We also thank Educational Excellence Foundation (EEF) and Dianna Woodward from PCEP for all their help with this amazing award.
Applying for Our Scholarship? Please See Information Below.
Purpose
To provide financial assistance to a high school graduate, graduating senior or student currently enrolled in or entering culinary school.
Amount to be awarded
$1500 (non-renewable) will be awarded to six students. Award will be administered in two disbursements: $750 in the fall semester with the additional $750 awarded in the winter semester.
Criteria
High school graduate, a graduating senior or a student currently enrolled in a culinary arts program
Minimum cumulative GPA 2.0
Student will be continuing their education at a culinary school in a culinary arts program
Application Requirements
Completed application form (see attached)
Copy of high school transcripts or culinary arts program transcripts if currently taking classes
Two letters of recommendation
Proof of acceptance to a culinary program or proof of enrollment in a program
Short Essay (500 words maximum) on why you want to pursue a profession in the culinary arts field
Submit an original recipe
Interview with Karl's management team
Help prepare & plate dishes at our annual culinary dinner (required)
Application deadline: June 30, 2025
We Would Like to Acknowledge & Thank Our Scholarship Sponsors Below.
Would You Like to Donate to the Karl's Cabin Scholarship?
Please email us at info@karlscabin.com for more information.
