The Veraison Project

?? Applications for COHORT SIX of The Urban Grape Wine Studies Award for Students of Color are officially OPEN! ?? At The Veraison Project, we are committed to building a more inclusive and equitable wine industry. That’s why we’re proud to continue our partnership with The Urban Grape Wine Studies Program—an initiative that has already empowered five cohorts of talented individuals to launch meaningful careers in wine. Since its inception in 2020, this program has provided mentorship, education, and industry connections to passionate individuals looking to break into the $1.6 trillion alcohol industry. With a $250,000 endowment at Boston University, fully funded by Urban Grape customers, the program continues to create access and opportunity where it's needed most. As DEI initiatives face growing challenges across industries, The Urban Grape and The Veraison Project are standing firm. We believe in this work, and we know that a more diverse and dynamic wine industry benefits everyone. If you or someone you know is eager to explore a career in wine, now is the time to apply! ?? Program locations: Boston & Sonoma ?? Deadline: March 31st ?? Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eNSUkUtG Help us spread the word! Tag someone who should apply, share this post, and let’s continue to break barriers in the wine industry.

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A big thank you to Ravel and Stitch for their generous partnership and donation to The Veraison Project. Your support has been invaluable, and we are grateful for the opportunity to work together towards a shared vision. We look forward to the continued impact of our collaboration!

Thank you, @wineenthusiast, for recognizing Two Up Wine Down as one of the Best Wine Festivals in America! If you haven't attended Two Up Wine Down yet, you're truly missing out on a special event. We also want to extend our gratitude to our partner, Oenoverse. - - - The Two Up Wine Down festival is a relatively young event—it’s only in its third year—but already, the Charlottesville, Virginia, fest is making a big impact. Hosted by Veraison Project and Oenoverse, two organizations focused on supporting diversity and inclusivity within the state’s wine industry, the one-day festival gives wine lovers a chance to taste bottles from the region while connecting with winemakers from all backgrounds and walks of life. https://lnkd.in/gg3hHQKt

Exciting times for The Veraison Project as we proudly collaborate with Oenoverse for the Two Up Wine Down festival! ???

We are headed to Chicago for our next Food and Wine event! This will be our First Annual Charitable Gala we will be hosting! Step into a night of sophistication and elegance? at Beyond the Glass in Chicago! On August 10th at 7:00pm, join us at Row 24 for an evening that celebrates the best of Chi-Town’s food and wine culture. This is a unique cocktail reception style Fête where you can dress to impress, mingle with like-minded enthusiasts, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this unique experience – secure your tickets now (https://lnkd.in/gcSnZk93) and be part of a truly memorable night! Make sure to send this to your beverage enthusiasts to come celebrate community with one another! Stay tuned as we showcase more of our featured Chefs! #BeyondTheGlass #ChicagoNights #ElegantEvening #WineLovers #FoodieEvent #Row24 #CelebrateInStyle #TheVeraisonProject #ChiTownElegance #Support #CharitableGala #Community #Nonprofit #Donate #Events #Diversity?

?? New month ?? new season ?? new issue ?? new giving cycle! ??? ? Hosted on?Grapevine, Full Pour's Flow Into Community giving circle aims to support nonprofit organizations that drive change and positive impact within our communities at large.? ? Each issue of Full Pour, published seasonally, includes nonprofit spotlight pages sponsored by Full Pour and Flow Into Community advertising partners, with organizations selected and mutually agreed upon by both parties. In addition to the spotlight pages, the nonprofit organizations are also the recipients of donations to the Flow Into Community giving circle during that issue's season (in the case of the just-released Summer 2024 issue, from June through August). At the end of the cycle, funds raised during the three-month seasonal period are distributed equally among all spotlighted nonprofits from the issue.? ? Full Pour contributes a standing seasonal donation into the Flow Into Community giving circle, and anyone and everyone is also welcome to participate at their comfort and discretion, either as a member (with a standing quarterly donation) or a one-time contributor (with a singular donation of any amount at any time).? ? Flow Into Community donations to the Summer 2024 issue cycle will be equally disbursed to the following nonprofits:? ? ?? National Diversity Council /?nominated by ANXO Cider ? ?? The Veraison Project /?nominated by Finger Lakes Wine Alliance ? ?? Wine Empowered /?nominated by Proxies ? ?? World Central Kitchen /?nominated by DC's The Square and Shoals Market ? We hope you'll join us in supporting the work of these amazing organizations that seek to improve our community in so many different yet equally important ways!? ? ?? Click the following link to contribute today. Every pour counts—please join us in filling their cups: https://rb.gy/0m6mry

Mark your calendars now to SAVE THE DATE for our 3rd Annual Cookout at the Vineyard Fundraiser! After an incredible event last weekend the team is gearing up for next year already! You don’t want to miss this. ~JUNE 21st 2025~ This is THE event to bring your crew and make it a weekend to remember in wine country ?. ??: @chester_cooley? ??????: @torito_chico?

Kick off summer with Tish Wiggins at Vino & Vinyl on Thursday, June 20! This month, they are pouring Massican whites on the summer solstice and helping The Veraison Project kick off their summer fundraising. If you aren't familiar with our work, We are a 501(c)(3) committed to creating a more equitable and diverse future for the beverage industry. Donations help create future leaders in our industry, and they are donating $5 from every ADVANCED ticket sold. Join us to sip Massican white wines, hang out with Tish and Dan, and meet some of our leadership team at TVP! If you are in the area come out and support a great cause! ?? Date: Thursday, June 20 ? Time: 7-9pm ??Location: Compline Wine Shop (1300 First St. #319, across from Mayacamas Tasting Room) Compline Restaurant and Wine Shop #SummerKickoff #VinoAndVinyl #MassicanWines #TheVeraisonProject #Fundraising #WineLovers #EquityInWine #FutureLeaders #ComplineWineShop #TishAndDan #SummerSolsticeCelebration

Introducing the bright minds of the Future Leaders Program Class of 2024! ??? . We're thrilled to welcome this talented cohort who are poised to shape the future.?Through our program, they'll embark on a journey of personal and professional development, forging connections with seasoned mentors, diving into immersive learning experiences, and becoming part of esteemed professional networks.?Meet the cohorts and stay tuned to witness their remarkable journey unfold! #FutureLeaders #Classof2024 ?#theveraisonproject