Matt Botos Memorial Scholarship

Remembering Matt Botos:
Investing in the Future of Food Safety

Matthew “Matt” Botos, a dedicated food safety professional, tragically left us far too soon. He will be remembered as a man who gave more of himself than anyone could ever ask for, always placing the needs of others above his own. His vast and open heart, coupled with his kindness, made the world around him feel brighter.

His passion for ensuring safe food practices was evident to all who knew him, particularly through his active involvement with the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA). Matt believed deeply in the importance of accessible, high-quality food safety education, and he consistently championed opportunities for others to learn and grow within the field.

Matt’s commitment to food safety wasn’t just a profession; it was a calling. He understood the critical role that well-trained individuals play in safeguarding public health. He was a mentor, a collaborator, and a tireless advocate for continuous improvement in food safety practices.

To honor Matt’s memory and continue his legacy of fostering food safety excellence, we are establishing the Matt Botos Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship will provide financial assistance to deserving students who aspire to pursue careers in food safety and who wish to attend FSPCA courses. Matt recognized the value of these courses and believed that they should be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances.

Why Donate?

Your generous tax-deductible contribution to the Matt Botos Memorial Scholarship will:

Honor Matt’s legacy: Perpetuate Matt’s passion for food safety and his commitment to education by supporting the next generation of professionals.
Provide access to vital training: Enable students in need to participate in FSPCA courses, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in food safety.
Strengthen the food safety community: Invest in the future of food safety by ensuring that qualified individuals have the opportunity to contribute to a safer food supply.
Support students in need: Help to alleviate the financial burden of education for students who are passionate about food safety but may lack the necessary resources.

Matt’s impact on the food safety community was profound. By contributing to this scholarship, you can help ensure that his dedication and passion will continue to inspire and empower future generations.

How to Donate?

We invite you to join us in honoring Matt’s memory by making a tax-deductible donation to the Matt Botos Memorial Scholarship via Bigger Table, an organization where he generously donated his food safety expertise on a number of projects.

To donate, please visit www.biggertable.org/mattbotosscholarship
Alternatively, contact Bigger Table Executive Director Alan Reed at alan@biggertable.org to discuss and/or arrange other methods of donation.

Your contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant difference in the lives of aspiring food safety professionals.

Let us come together to remember Matt and to ensure that his dedication to food safety continues to make a lasting impact.