18 Reasons

Our Volunteer Appreciation Event at the 18th Street Kitchen was a huge success! ⭐ We celebrated with tasty drinks and appetizers, and our volunteers had a great time competing in a lively game of Jeopardy. Are you passionate about food, cooking, and making a difference in your community? We're always looking for volunteers who share our mission of promoting equity and inclusivity through culinary education. If you'd like to join our team and help spread the joy of home cooking, check out the volunteer opportunities on our website: https://lnkd.in/g5--H7n #18reasons #homecooking #cookingmatters #bayareavolunteers

🎉 Celebrating 3 Years of Food As Medicine (FAM)! 🎉 We’re thrilled to celebrate three amazing years of FAM! What started as a small program offering free cooking classes to patients at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center has blossomed into a vibrant community. This week, we delivered free, healthy groceries to 327 families — a record for us! Our dedicated team has expanded to include four staff members and a team of community health workers. We’re proud to offer nearly 30% of our programming in Spanish. What began with just two groups tailored to the needs of patients with diabetes has now grown to 14 weekly groups serving a broad range of medical needs, including specialized groups for children and pregnant people. The number of participants has more than doubled since January, and continues to grow as more patients and doctors learn about our program. FAM is about more than just food — it’s about providing the knowledge, skills, and support to help people take charge of their specific health needs and feel confident in the kitchen, and building a strong and supportive community of individuals and families who believe that food truly is medicine. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. We look forward to continuing to grow and develop this program in the years ahead. #18Reasons #FoodAsMedicine #3YearAnniversary

✨ Looking to create an unforgettable experience for your next event? ✨ At 18 Reasons, we specialize in private cooking events that bring people together through the joy of food. Whether it’s a team-building experience with colleagues or a special family gathering, our hands-on cooking classes are designed to inspire and satisfy your culinary curiosity. We offer a range of options to suit your needs: 🍽️ Interactive Cooking Classes: Work with our expert chefs to create a custom menu for your occasion. 🍷 Private Dinners: Enjoy a fully tailored dining experience. 🏢 Customized Space Rentals: Host your event in our state-of-the-art kitchen. 💻 Virtual Cooking Classes: Connect and cook with friends or colleagues from anywhere in the world. No matter your culinary passion, 18 Reasons is here to make your event truly memorable—whether in person or virtually. Book your private event today: https://lnkd.in/e72ud_D #PrivateEvents #TeamBuilding #CookingClasses #CulinaryExperience #EventPlanning #18Reasons

Michelin magic meets community impact! 🌟 Join us and Michelin-starred Chef Seth Stowaway from Osito for 'Teach a Community to Fish' - an exclusive dinner supporting our growth. Your participation helps us double our impact in culinary education and community empowerment. Oct 21, 2024. Join Here: https://lnkd.in/g2aQwb3B #18reasons #CookingForGood #CommunityImpact #TeachACommunityToFish

𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲! 𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗮, 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲, 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱! 🎉 This prestigious event promises an evening of fine dining in support for a great cause. Mark your calendars for 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, as we prepare for our biggest and best event of the year. Stay tuned—exciting details to follow soon!

Join us on Monday, September 30th, from 5:30-7:30 pm at the 18th Street Kitchen for a special Volunteer Appreciation Event! Volunteers are a core part of our 18 Reasons community and we are so grateful to have such amazing individuals supporting our mission! Both new and returning volunteers are invited to join us for an enjoyable evening of light bites, mingling, and a lively food-themed trivia with prizes. Interested in volunteering? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gaQwYAtN RSVP Here: https://lnkd.in/gzryyq3U #volunteer #volunteersf #volunteer18reasons #18reasons

𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗕𝗮𝘆 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀! 🍽️ Say goodbye to Karl's summer fog and hello to San Francisco's September warmth with our fun and fabulous cooking classes at 18 Reasons! 🌟 Whether you're into savory baking, vegan Mexican cuisine, or mastering the art of mooncakes, we have something delicious cooking up just for you. Join us in the 18th Street Kitchen to whip up some culinary magic in our beautiful city by the bay. Let's make the most of these beautiful summer days and welcome the city’s September warmth together. Happy Cooking! 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/gyFdEnH #18Reasons #SanFrancisco #CookingClasses #CulinaryArts #SFFoodieEvents #CommunityCooking Feel free to share this post with friends and family!

We're hiring! Join our team as an AmeriCorps Program Coordinator! In this role, you'll coordinate Cooking Matters classes, manage volunteers, and collaborate with diverse communities and partners. Interested? Apply by Wednesday, July 31st, for an August 26th start date! See below for more information ↓

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We're #hiring a new Communications and Special Events Manager in San Francisco Bay Area. Apply today or share this post with your network.