Our Impact

120+

hands-on culinary instructions

48

days of programming

240

direct hours served

Last school year….

According to last year’s pre/post surveys, after our program,

youth held greater confidence in their ability to

cook healthy meals

and snacks for themselves.

More youth agreed that

they live a healthy life.

Students reported knowledge gains in

basic knife skills and cooking techniques.

And greater confidence that they could

follow a recipe to prepare a dish.

DFA youth were more comfortable

talking about their emotions

and how they feel inside.

More were confident they were a

good leader.

Advanced students earned

$13,050

in stipends last year.

DFA Student

"They helped me develop myself and my social skills. My teachers cared for me and showed me love when I was going through a rough patch. I'm happy to have a 'home' here."

DFA Student

"DFA has given me a new family… I was able to create new friendships and have the best conversations. I became more social. DFA is a vibe."

Learn more in our Annual Report