Manna’s Common Grounds Training Program is a free, nine-week training program that utilizes the national, evidence-based Catalyst Kitchens model. Trainees engage in experiential learning, contributing to food production in Manna’s mission-driven kitchen and service of Manna’s Common Grounds Café , gaining additional job-ready experience. Instruction in food service and employment competencies furthers skill development, with social services provided based on trainees’ needs. All trainees graduate with the goal of securing food service employment and a successful, sustainable career.

Trainees represent individuals living in economic instability who have made the commitment to invest in themselves and their future. Be part of this transformational change!