After spending three years at home with her son, Angeline was ready to return to work but lacked experience and skills. Her Head Start social worker introduced her to Second Harvest's Culinary Training Program, a free, 16-week course that helps adults facing employment barriers gain both culinary and life skills training.
“I discovered a passion of mine,” Angeline recalls, adding, “Through food, you can do so much for people; you can serve people in so many ways.”
Your support provided Angeline with hands-on kitchen training and valuable life skills lessons. She learned about stress management, financial literacy, budgeting and goal planning.
After graduating, Angeline did not secure the job she was hoping for. However, remembering what she had learned, she persevered and secured an internship with a different employer.
“Even though I didn't get the job I thought I wanted, I ended up in a better place,” she said.
Today, Angeline works as a pastry cook at a resort in Central Florida where she creates memorable desserts, including a beloved gingerbread display during the holidays. Thanks to you, she and her family are enjoying financial stability for the first time in their life.
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