Martin Bleck Memorial Scholarship

Martin Bleck Memorial Scholarship
For Studies in Culinary, Hospitality, Viticulture*, or Oenology**

Information shared in their website
Martin Bleck (1968-2022) described himself as a self-taught and unknown catering chef. He made a name for himself through the Subterra-A Wine Cellar Restaurant and Rogue Gourmet Catering.

This scholarship is in honor of the “flavors” Martin Bleck brought to our ’Berg. Also in memory of his creative and generous spirit and how he shared his time and talent within our community. SICV want to continue honoring his contributions and encourage other rising stars to follow this same passion for food and flavor through scholarships for culinary, hospitality, viticulture, and oenology.

Eligiblity:

  • Women pursuing education or training in Hospitality, Culinary, Viticulture, or Oenology
  • Ages 17-60 years
  • Resident of Yamhill, Washington, Marion, Polk counties

All application materials must be submitted either online (filled pdf, screenshot, or photo upload are all accepted) to sichehalemvalley@gmail.com or mailed to Soroptimist of Chehalem Valley PO Box 973 Newberg, Oregon 97132, ​on or before May 1, 2026

Scholarship winner will be notified after May 15.

Viticulture: the study and practice of cultivating grapevines, usually with the overall goal of producing fruit that is
​ suitable for some specific end purpose.
*Oenology: the science and study of wine and winemaking. Oenology is distinct from viticulture, which is the science of
​ the growing, cultivation.

Award
$0.00
Deadline
05/01/2026
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