purpose: building economic stability for people experiencing barriers to employment and nourishing Portland through culinary training and community meals
purpose: to provide workforce development training and job placement assistance in the food service industry for adults who face barriers to long-term successful employment
purpose: to inspire youth to lead healthy and ambitious lives through mentorship and hands-on education in urban farming, sustainability, and nutrition
purpose: to nurture the growth of a diverse, accessible, and equitable local food system, promote economic opportunities, and empower youth through social change education
purpose: cultivate a nurturing space for refugees and immigrants, while providing culinary training that equips them for careers or entrepreneurship in the food industry