Stories for Workforce Development

When Shawn Garrett signed up for the first L.O.G.I.C. class offered at the Food Bank of Delaware’ s new Milford facility, his  goal wasn’t specifically to work in a warehouse….

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“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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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