"Receiving the grant from NFEF allowed me to study for, take, and pass the CDM exam. While my current job in education does not pay more for the certification, the access to professional contacts and material has given me more ways to reach my students and provide them with a more rounded nutritional education."

Matthew Palamara, CDM, CFPP
Coastal Alabama Community College
CDM Credentialing Exam Grant

Palamara is the Culinary Instructor for Coastal Alabama Community College at the Gulf Shores, AL campus. CACC is an ACF accredited culinary program and offers both certificates and Associate Degrees in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Pastry/Baking, and Event Planning.