other media are held on a separate day. In 2014, the board elected to move the Restaurant and Chef Awards from Lincoln Center in New York to Chicago after Chicago appealed to the foundation to move the event. The volunteer committee that presides over the awards distribution issued a criticism of the organization after being asked to conduct a recount of the 2020 voting when no black awardees were selected for the 23 categories. The 2020 awards were delayed by the coronavirus pandemic and ultimately the foundation decided to not announce any winners and cancel the 2021 awards. According to the committee, these cancellations were a result of the controversy and several attempts by the foundation to alter the established awards procedures. Scholarships In 1991, the James Beard Foundation began offering scholarships for students entering a variety of fields, including culinary studies, pastry and baking, hotel and restaurant management, wine studies, nutrition, and food writing. As of 2018, the program has awarded 2,000 recipients over $8 million in financial aid. Other initiatives The foundation has also created leadership initiatives, including the Women's Leadership Program, Chefs Boot Camp for Policy and Change, and the Leadership Awards. Publications Bimonthly JBF Events — What's going on at the James Beard House in NYC and at events around the country Bimonthly JBF Notes — A members-only newsletter about trends in the food world, recipes, and more Biweekly Beard Bites — A digital newsletter with information about upcoming events and Foundation news. Monthly Previews — A monthly digital publication that gives three months’ advance notice of events. It is available as a benefit to high-level members, beginning at the Fellowship level. Delights and Prejudices — The official JBF blog, featuring Foundation news, recipes, and original content. The Good Food Org Guide — A comprehensive directory of nonprofit organizations that are working toward a better food system published in partnership with Food Tank. References External links Non-profit organizations based in New York City Organizations established in 1986 Arts organizations based in New York City Culinary professional associations 1986 establishments in New York City