JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

Women Who Really Cook presently has approximately 300 members, a diverse group of individuals who all are involved in or serve the food and hospitality industries. Interested in joining? Please take time to read About Us and the benefits of membership, membership criteria and responsibilities, and our policies on guests and dues.

STARTING SEPTEMBER 1, 2025
Women Who Really Cook will update our annual membership dues for the first time in a decade. This change reflects the growth of our organization and allows us to continue delivering meaningful experiences for our members - while also supporting the future of women in food.

WHAT’S NEW:

$65/year for general membership

$30/year for students

The emeritus rate will be discontinued

New benefit! Meeting hosts will receive 50% off their next annual renewal

This modest increase helps us cover improvements - like a new and improved member forum - and allows us to continue funding the Sue Zelickson Scholarship, which supports women pursuing food-related education.

The new pricing will apply to all new memberships or renewals starting September 1. If your membership is active, you’ll see the new rate when your current term expires.

We’re excited about what’s ahead and grateful for your continued support in building a stronger, more connected community of women in food!

The application process is quick and easy. First, choose your membership type

MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS (until August 31, 2025)

Regular Membership
$45.00 every 12 months

Professional / Regular members are employed or actively pursuing a position in the food or hospitality industry in the Midwest regional area. Our most popular option.

Student Membership
$25.00 every 12 months

Student members must be full-time or part-time (more than 8 credits per semester) undergraduate or graduate students actively enrolled in an accredited college or hospitality career program.