Mission & Vision

Fondation Institut Lyfe (formerly Fondation Gérard et Gilles Pélisson – Institut Paul Bocuse) is committed to supporting and advancing Institut Lyfe as a leading nonprofit institution in hospitality and culinary higher education. By fostering academic excellence, innovation, and accessibility, the foundation ensures that future generations of chefs and hospitality leaders receive world-class training.

Actions Led

The foundation plays a vital role in expanding opportunities for students and supporting groundbreaking research. It finances scholarships for talented and passionate students, regardless of their financial background, helping them pursue careers in the culinary and hospitality industries. Additionally, it funds research initiatives at the Institut Lyfe Research and Innovation Center, focusing on sustainable food practices and the future of hospitality. The foundation also contributes to the expansion and modernization of the Institut Lyfe campus to provide students with state-of-the-art learning environments.

Projects that U.S. Donors Can Support

American donors can play a crucial role in shaping the future of hospitality and culinary education by supporting:

• Scholarships for students, enabling deserving and passionate young people to achieve their dreams and embrace a successful career as a chef or hospitality leader.
• Research at the Institut Lyfe Research and Innovation Center, advancing sustainable food practices and transitions and hospitality innovation.
• Campus expansion and renovations, ensuring students have access to cutting-edge facilities for hands-on learning.

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