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We believe in the power of food & hospitality to transform young lives. We believe learning to cook is the first step in this journey. Culinary arts teaches problem-solving, creativity, innovation, time management, and analytical skills. Knowing how to boil water and cook an egg is not enough. True power comes in preparing, cooking, presenting, and serving a meal to others. We believe confidence in the kitchen leads to confidence in the workplace. That’s why we’ve been saying, “Yes, Chef!” to young culinary hopefuls for nearly four decades. Through our programs and vast network of industry partners, we are creating clear pathways for the next generation of sous chefs, executive chefs, hospitality workers, hoteliers, restaurateurs, and food entrepreneurs.

The Dan Marino Foundation, Inc., a 501(c) 3 organization was established in 1992 by Dan and Claire Marino, motivated by their experiences in raising their son, Michael, who is diagnosed with autism. The Foundation's mission is "empowering individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities." For over 22 years, the Foundation has served individuals with disabilities in South Florida through therapies, research, education, and employment, and raised more than $50 million to create unique and impactful initiatives in the community. Among these "first-of-their-kind" initiatives are the Miami Children's Hospital Dan Marino Center, Childnett.tv, the Marino Autism Research Institute, Marino Adapted Aquatics, Summer STEPS Employment Programs, and Marino Campus, a new post-secondary educational opportunity for young adults, ages 18-28, with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Our mission is to help low-income teenagers transform what they believe is possible for themselves and develop the skills they need to become college educated leaders who give back to their families and communities.

The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance strengthens the social sector with a talented, prepared workforce.

The mission of OnUs is to empower economically dislocated, disadvantaged, and underserved young women through training, mentoring, and employment in the field of IT while also bridging the gap between women and careers in technology.

3Strands Global Foundation mobilizes communities to combat human trafficking through prevention education and reintegration programs.

We inspire families to realize their dreams and achieve economic independence by providing hope, resources and a plan.

We accompany immigrants in their transition from poverty and isolation to prosperity and participation.

Women in Games International (WIGI) works to increase economic equity and representation in the global games industry by supporting women, femme-identifying, and nonbinary professionals. It runs mentorships, workshops, networking events, and programs that reduce barriers to career advancement and expand access to industry opportunities.

We provide food and services, create stability, and further self-reliance for people in crisis.

Our mission is to educate and enrich the minds of our youth through 12 unique initiatives. Global learning k-12 works with students, teachers and coaches in Kindergarten through high school and into college.

TO PROVIDE NEEDED FOOD, SHELTER, CLOTHING, MEDICINE AND EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS.