NourishNOW
NourishNOW
Empowering Youth Through Culinary Education
NourishNow is The Kind Kitchen Group initiative to support food access and culinary education across all of our programs. Our comprehensive initiative that serves as the foundation for all Kind Kitchen Group programs. This innovative addresses food insecurity, youth mental health, and health inequities through immersive culinary education and community engagement.
six key programs:
Through these interconnected programs, we aim to instill lifelong healthy eating habits, culinary skills, and mental health literacy while tackling racial and health disparities.
NourishNow provides culturally relevant culinary education integrated with mental health support, increases access to nutritious foods, and empowers youth with practical skills for both cooking and emotional wellbeing.
By participating in NourishNow programs, youth gain more than just cooking techniques. They develop emotional regulation, stress management, and communication skills. They learn about urban farming, explore mental health themes through food-related literature, and become advocates for better mental health resources in their communities.
NourishNow represents our commitment to creating a holistic impact on youth health and wellbeing. It's not just about teaching recipes – it's about cultivating resilience, fostering community, and showing youth their incredible potential.
