Next session starts May 4, 2024
Registration open for our Spring Session!
LiftUP supports teens and young adults in Palm Beach County who are transitioning out of the foster care system and/or are living with someone other than their birth parents (ages 18-25). The entire program is dedicated to supporting the development of a successful adult who has self-esteem, self-regulation, and self-awareness.
The LiftUP program’s new culinary initiative, which prepares participants for a job in the Food Service &/or Hospitality industry, is an accelerated 6 week course and is limited to 10 young adults.
THE LIFTUP PROGRAM MEETS SATURDAYS FOR 6 WEEKS. THE CULINARY PORTION OF THE PROGRAM IS FROM 12-2PM, WITH WELLNESS & LIFE-SKILLS CLASSES OFFERED AT 11AM. ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A HOT MEAL UPON ARRIVAL AND GROCERIES TO TAKE HOME. FREE TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED (AS NEEDED)
Develop Job-Ready Skills
Teach basic skills that can be used on a culinary professional resume
Provide job-readiness training, including resume writing and interview coaching
Prevent Food Insecurity
Provide a hot meal at each visit
Provide groceries and food items to take with them (based on individual needs and situation)
Support Basic Health and Hygiene
Help alleviate the financial burden of monthly hygiene and cleaning supplies
Provide monthly supplies for women’s needs
Provide teens with soap, shampoo, laundry detergent and other household necessities
Distribute new socks & underwear, twice per year
Provide clothing when available
