Nacho Average Scholarships
Fueling futures at Border Foods
TACOS BRING JOY.
OUR SCHOLARSHIPS BRING OPPORTUNITY.
We believe that investing in people is just as important as serving great food. Whether you’re building a career with us or chasing big dreams outside the restaurant, we’re here to support the journey. Through our scholarship programs, we’re helping make continuing education more accessible, because your growth matters — to you, to us, and to the communities we serve.
Carol Williams Scholarship by Border Foods
Known as one of the greatest Taco Bell operators of all time, Carol Williams got her start at Border Foods in the late 1990s. She’s the founder of our deeply rooted family culture. When Carol passed away in 2018, she left a profound legacy behind. Her passion for people, operations and great service will live on in the Heart of Border Foods Award and this scholarship program. Applications for 2026 will not be accepted until late January.
HOW TO APPLY
Carol Williams Scholarship by Border Foods:
- Be a current employee of Border Foods;
- Currently pursuing post-secondary education;
- Employed at least three months with an average of 6 hours/week.
Interested in thousands of dollars in scholarship money?
LIVE MÁS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Every year, the Taco Bell Foundation grants millions of dollars in scholarships to passionate young adults (between the ages of 16 and 24) who need further education to achieve their dreams. To apply, just submit a 2-minute video (think cell phone selfie) about why you need the scholarship money. Applications for 2026 open October 14th, 2025 and close January 6th, 2026
