Making a Difference

Announcing the JPF’s Latest Round of Grantee Organizations

June 30, 2026

We are delighted to announce our first round of 2026 Principal Grant awardees and four Partnership Circle Grant awardees. We are honored to partner with these community-based culinary training programs, and excited to see how far their graduates will go.

Opening Doors with a JPF Community Kitchen Partner

June 26, 2026

After months of preparation, the dedicated crew at Emma’s Torch have cut the ribbon on their brand new café and training center in Silver Spring, MD! The JPF was thrilled to be there, as Board Member Elaine Chon-Baker and Marketing Communications Manager Carolyn Crow joined community leaders, employment partners, and program alumni for the celebration earlier this month.

Cooking with Chef Urban

June 13, 2026

Chef Urban has over 20 years of experience using food as a vehicle for empowerment, equity, and transformation. Under Chef Urban’s direction, the Silver Fork culinary training program supports up to 60 aspiring culinarians each year in launching meaningful careers in the hospitality industry. In this interview, Chef Urban explains that they have adopted Jacques’ motto “We are all equal in the eyes of the stove” at Silver Fork.

What You Started Continues

May 26, 2026

Many of you have told us that you wanted to continue what started with the 90/90 Home Celebrations in 2025 and turn those meals into a tradition. We listened, and now we’re making it official! As of today, after a few thoughtful updates, the Home Cook Celebrations Guide has moved from its original home on the 90/90 website.

Connecting with East Coast Partner and Grantees

May 14, 2026

On April 27, JPF staff was thrilled to see many East Coast-based grantees at the Catalyst Kitchens (CK) Northeast Regional Summit in Annapolis, MD. Many of the JPF’s Principal and Partnership Circle Grantees are CK members, and it is always a delight to connect in person with the creative, hardworking people who have committed themselves to this important mission.

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