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March 1, 2019

The FareStart Restaurant isn’t just a place to experience excellent meals, Guest Chef Nights or catered events, it is the heart of our Adult Culinary Program. Over the years, we have provided thousands of training opportunities for people moving away from

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January 28, 2019

This month is full of delicious specials! 

For Valentine’s Day, we are offering a three-course prix fixe menu during dinner on Thursday, February 14 and Friday, February 15. Enjoy dishes like our Braised Lamb Shank, Coq au Vin or the Butternut Squash Ravioli while sipping on

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January 28, 2019

Hieu graduated from the Foodservice Apprenticeship Program by FareStart
Hieu sat at a table, near Rise by FareStart, in her Foodservice Apprenticeship uniform. She was eager to talk and read more...
January 28, 2019

Have you ever thought about opening a café, food truck or some other sort of foodservice business to support a mission? This March, Catalyst Kitchens, our national program, will show you the ins and outs

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January 28, 2019

FareStart can be a positive force for change in people’s lives because of the support we receive from our generous community. One of the best ways to get involved is to join our Giving Table and become a monthly,

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January 4, 2019

Our end of the year campaign raised more than $3.3 million to support FareStart students and programs.
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January 3, 2019

“I always look at the purpose of something so that I don’t get lost in the minutia of work. I think about why I’m here and focus on providing a great experience to customers. Then everything falls into place.”

Brian is always trying to learn more. He recently graduated from the FareStart Foodservice Apprenticeship Program where he deepened

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January 3, 2019

“When I found out that I could go to school, do this program, get paid for it and earn school credits at the same time I knew it was a good program. I get here an hour early because I love it so much.” - Lexi

 

Youth in the FareStart Youth Culinary program have complicated lives and barriers to overcome.

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December 28, 2018

A van parked near railroad tracks serves as a home for someone experiencing homelessness

Mike used to hate cooking, but then

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December 13, 2018

Angela Stowell, FareStart CEO, shares about her first few months at FareStartAngela Stowell, FareStart CEO, shares about her first few months at FareStart.

We all have a part to play to take action to end poverty and homelessness in our community and even though it's hard work, we can do it together.

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