Good email.
Does one drop of “black” genes count?
Or do you need to follow the German model and have proof that none of the your parents or grandparents were evil white people?
Thank you.
Here is the reply I got back from King Arthur:
Thank you for reaching out to us at King Arthur Baking Company regarding Baking Pitchfest.
Pitchfest is open to individuals from a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds, including Asian or Pacific Islander, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Indigenous or Native American, and Middle Eastern or North African. Our goal is to provide opportunities for those who may have been historically underrepresented in certain areas. Because there’s no formal verification process in place to confirm eligibility, it’s up to each person to be honest about identifying themselves as a member of one of these groups
Helping build joyful, equitable communities that celebrate diversity is an important part of who we are as a company. We are delighted to provide a range of programs that cater to different communities, such as children, veterans, employee-owners, and others. We recognize the significance of serving specific groups while keeping most of our programs accessible to all. We are particularly thrilled about our partnership with Project Potluck, a mentorship program that seeks to empower individuals of color in the food and culinary sectors. We fully endorse their mission and are honored to support such a deserving cause.