News - FareStart

March 16, 2026

Sharette’s Story: “FareStart has reminded me that I can dream again.”

Sharette (she/her) graduated from FareStart’s Food Pathways Program in February. She recently joined us at Guest Chef Night to share her story,...

Chermell, FareStart's Barista & Customer Service Manager, providing online instruction

February 23, 2026

Online Training Gives Teens Solid Foundation in Customer Service Skills

Teens and young adults in the Seattle area are learning the fundamentals of customer service through a FareStart job training program that has moved...

Eight adults (three FareStart chef trainers and five Food Pathways Program students) standing in a group smiling

February 20, 2026

Continued Momentum in 2026

Thanks to our community’s support, 2025 was a year of powerful progress at FareStart. Together, we achieved a 36% increase in student enrollment...

January 29, 2026

FareStart Launches New Three-Year Strategic Plan to Empower More Students & Strengthen Communities

For more than 30 years, FareStart has worked to create pathways to economic opportunity through job training for people overcoming significant...

Adriana, a FareStart graduate, posing with the FareStart sign in the FareStart Restaurant

January 16, 2026

Adriana’s Story: “I Am Capable, I Am Adaptable, And I Can Succeed in New Environments”

Adriana (she/her) graduated from FareStart’s Food Pathways Program in June. She recently joined us at Guest Chef Night to share her beautiful and...

December 10, 2025

Empowering the Most Vulnerable: A Letter from CEO Patrick D’Amelio

Dear FareStart Supporters, As we close out 2025, I am filled with gratitude for the entire FareStart community. Our students, graduates, board members...

A FareStart student laughing at the camera while chopping peppers in a commercial kitchen setting

December 9, 2025

Smart Ways to Give Before 2026

Charitable giving is already a priority for you, as you’ve demonstrated by your support of FareStart. Tax laws are changing, and 2025 is an...

Aries, a FareStart graduate, posing with a Raccolto sign

December 1, 2025

Aries’s Story: 139 ‘Perfect Steaks’ Open Door to Dream Job in Fine Dining

Guest Chef Nights give FareStart students and graduates a coveted opportunity: to work with a renowned chef who curates the menu for an exquisite meal...

November 25, 2025

Meals that Fight Hunger, Train Students & Fuel Our Mission

Nearly every day, 1,500 fresh, nutritious meals prepared by FareStart students, staff and volunteers make their way to Seattle-area nonprofits,...