April 18, 2025
Michael’s Story: Persistence Plus an Attitude of Gratitude
Michael (he/him) is excited that his kids will know how to go after a career—because they’re seeing him do it now. His vision is to open a nice...
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April 11, 2025
Volunteers: Pillars of FareStart’s Community
Some of FareStart’s hundreds of volunteers help produce meals for local nonprofits. Others lead mock interviews that help students gain confidence...
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March 10, 2025
Racheal’s Story: Building Confidence Through Self-Discovery
Racheal (she/her) took her first steps toward a culinary career four years ago, when the case worker supporting her through a low point in life...
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March 3, 2025
FareStart’s Mighty Croutons – A Recipe for Change
By Rebekah Denn, photo by Meryl Schenker, republished with permission by PCC Behind every savory, crunchy FareStart crouton is a partnership between...
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February 17, 2025
Our Work Matters: A Letter from CEO Patrick D’Amelio
Dear FareStart Supporters, I often have the great honor of speaking at FareStart’s Guest Chef Nights (now happening twice a month) and introducing a...
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February 14, 2025
Row’s Story: From Dream Deferred to ‘Almost Famous’
There are few places where Row (she/her) feels more at home than in a kitchen. Cooking is her happy place. And food is her love language, especially...
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January 21, 2025
Juju’s Story: Resettling, Rebuilding and Refocusing
Ever since she was a little girl, Juju (she/her) has drawn great joy and comfort from cooking. She grew up with the savory aromas of traditional...
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January 14, 2025
Opening Doors Through Job Training at Echo Glen
Early every Monday and Friday morning before the school day starts at Echo Glen Children’s Center, staff members line up at Café Success, ordering...
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December 2, 2024
Tennessee’s Story: Standing Tall
Tennessee knew it was time to change his situation and set out on a journey to do so. After a messy divorce, custody battle, and struggles with...
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