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,...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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,...
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November 17, 2025
Jennifer’s Story: “Quiet Kid” Forges Bold Path As Culinary Entrepreneur
Some FareStart students stand out for their drive and eagerness to learn, the way they venture outside their comfort zones and embrace new challenges...
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September 25, 2025
Barista Training Updates Meet Growing Demand from Students & Employers
FareStart’s Barista & Customer Service Program is growing and adapting to give more young adults in our community the support they need to enter...
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August 18, 2025
Mari’s Story: ‘This Is My Second Life’
Mari made her mother’s dreams come true. She became a musician, playing the violin in an orchestra in Ōita, Japan. She cared for her mother through...
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July 28, 2025
Angel’s Story: Returning to FareStart Felt Like ‘Coming Home’
Many students have such a great experience in our job training programs, they go out in the workforce, excel in a kitchen or two, then jump at the...
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