Supporting Those Pursuing Advanced Degrees and Careers in Wine-related Fields

The American Wine Society Educational Foundation’s mission is to support educational and research activities that will advance the viticultural and enological sciences to achieve a world-class North American wine industry.

The Latest from The AWSEF

2025 Silent Auction

The 2025 Silent Auction will be held at the AWS Conference in Chantilly, Virginia

We need donations of wines and wine-related items to make the Silent Auction a success. That means, we need you, our members, to (once again) be generous with donations!

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Scholarships

The Application Window for 2026 AWSEF Scholarship Awards Will Open Soon

The application window will open on January 1, 2026. The deadline for completion of the application, submission of all transcripts, and all professor and professional recommendations is 11:59 PM EST on March 31.

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Scholarships

The 2025 scholarship application window is closed.

The 2026 window will open January 1, 2026.

Our Impact

$576,000

in scholarships awarded since 1995

185

students awarded scholarships

25

different universities

Donations

Support the Mission of The AWSEF

Through direct donations and creative chapter fundraising campaigns, you can support the mission of the AWSEF.

2025 Silent Auction Results

$5,770

raised, at least 1 scholarship funded

83

items auctioned

$1,560

for 5L bottle of Pinotage

AWSEF Updates
  • Building the Future of Wine Research: Your Donation Matters

    Your donations help AWSEF fund scholarships for full-time graduate students pursuing degrees in enology, viticulture, health, or the business aspects of wine.

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