July 31, 2024
Rising Above: Dreama’s Journey from Addiction to Hope
“My name is Dreama, and I’m a grateful recovering addict,” she begins, her voice steady and filled with a newfound strength. Dreama’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and the…
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From student chef to restaurant co-owner: A Culinary School success story
Sarah Fleetwood is a Culinary School success story. She began her food service career 15 years ago as an employee of the Blue Crab Grill; the seafood restaurant has been…
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July 23, 2024
Training teaches skills, offers sense of optimism
Back in the spring, an email from the Food Bank of Delaware piqued Demetrius Harris’ attention. At the time, he was self-employed as a home-improvement contractor toying with the idea…
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July 17, 2024
L.O.G.I.C Spotlight: Donte Brown
By Haasini Potluri, Bank of America Student Leader Donte Brown is one of 11 students currently enrolled in the L.O.G.I.C program – a certified trade school by the Delaware Department…
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June 24, 2024
Culinary Alumnus thriving in restaurant career
To say that Culinary School alumnus Leroy Dixon is thriving in his culinary career at the Middletown Crooked Hammock is an understatement. Since graduating from our 14-week culinary training program…
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June 13, 2024
As advocates for people with disabilities, we spoke nationally
Our Chief Impact Officer, along with two executives representing Harrington Raceway & Casino, presented as workplace advocates for adults with disabilities at the 2024 National Restaurant Association Show on May…
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May 3, 2024
Success: Work you love with a great all-around team
It’s definitely a win when a Food Bank of Delaware Culinary School alumni lands a full-time job in the food service industry. It’s another win when he loves what he’s…
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May 2, 2024
Food Bank of Delaware celebrates latest Kitchen School graduates
It’s graduation season! Today was a day of celebration at the Food Bank of Delaware in Newark. Graduation ceremonies for students who have completed our 12-week featured all the pomp and…
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April 25, 2024
New beginnings for 13 graduates
This morning, we celebrated the accomplishments of 13 students who successfully completed our culinary and warehousing/logistics training programs. The students started the training program in January and for the past 14…
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April 9, 2024
Serious industrial accident, student looks at bright future
It’s pretty obvious that Dawson is enjoying L.O.G.I.C. training at the Food Bank of Delaware’s new Milford facility. He always greets everyone with a smile and a friendly wave –…
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