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We use the power of food to uplift the hospitality industry and strengthen communities through education, research, mentorship and grants.
OUR MISSION
Our work supports food resiliency by helping people build essential life skills, access opportunity, and stay connected during moments of need.
A community where food is a source of stability and connection - where young people can nourish themselves and their families, food workers are supported through crises, and local food leaders can sustain their work and cultural contributions.
OUR VISION
OUR VALUES
Community
Collaboration
Resiliency
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OUR PROGRAMS
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SKILL KITCHEN
Skill Kitchen is a free, community-based culinary education program developed in response to persistent gaps in food knowledge, confidence, and everyday cooking skills among young people in Louisville. While many families can access food through schools, pantries, and community programs, local data indicates that families need not only access to food but also the knowledge and skills to prepare meals that support long-term health and stability.
BLUEGRASS BARTENDERS FUND
The Bluegrass Bartenders Fund was launched in 2025 to provide timely, practical support to front of house and spirits workers employed by independent businesses in Louisville during moments of financial crisis. Created in partnership with APRON Inc., the fund responds to the reality that many workers in the hospitality industry lack access to benefits or safety nets, even as they play a vital role in the city’s cultural and economic life.
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BLACK KITCHEN INITIATIVE
The Black Kitchen Initiative is a national program focused on supporting food businesses that preserve, advance, and sustain Black culinary heritage. BKI provides direct grants, mentorship, and storytelling support to food entrepreneurs working across a wide range of culinary traditions and business models.
SUPPORT OUR WORK
We invest in people at every stage of the food system, prioritizing accessibility, collaboration, and long-term community impact. Your donation takes us further - every dollar makes a difference.