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About Us
FareStart??is a??non-profit that operates job placement and training programs benefiting??homeless??and disadvantaged men, women, and youth. FareStart delivers meals to homeless shelters, senior centers, and schools.
The adult training program includes a combination of culinary and life skills classes, preparing graduates for jobs and self-sufficiency. In 2011, FareStart was honored by the??James Beard Foundation??as their Humanitarian of the Year.
The FareStart Caf?? in the Rainier Valley serves as on-the-job training site for youth enrolled in the Barista Training and Education Program, a collaborative effort between YouthCare and FareStart.
FareStart also provides catering services, and the FareStart Restaurant is available for dinners, business meetings, and celebrations.
Profits from FareStart restaurants, cafes, and catering support the training programs.