FUND A
FUTURE
CHEF.
Invest in potential. Change a life through food.
Right now, across London, there are thousands of young people with talent, passion, and potential — but without the opportunity to thrive. Many are not in education, employment, or training (NEET) and face significant barriers to finding meaningful, sustainable work.
That’s where NOURISH comes in.
Run by the WK Foundation in partnership with Well Kneaded, NOURISH is a 15-month, hands-on hospitality training and mentorship programme. We equip young adults from lower-income backgrounds with the skills, confidence, and experience they need to build a career in food — and beyond.
Why we need your help...
Each place on the NOURISH programme costs £7,000 — covering everything from professional training, mentorship, and pastoral support to transport and meals.
We're launching our ‘Fund a Future Chef’ campaign to raise £7,000 to fully fund one trainee’s journey.
Your donation doesn’t just cover training.
It opens a door to a future they never thought possible.
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What your support makes possible.
Holistic Training: 15 months of hands-on experience in a real working kitchen.
Mentorship: One-to-one support from industry professionals and mentors who care.
Life Skills: Confidence, communication, and the ability to thrive in the workplace.
Real Outcomes: Over 75% of our trainees move into employment or further education after completing the programme.
All our trainees begin with no job, no qualifications, and no clear path forward. Many are overlooked. With your support, we can change that — one future chef at a time.
Help us fund a future chef.
Whether you give £7 or £7,000, every donation helps us reach our goal — and changes a life in the process.
Goal: £7,000 per young adult joining NOURISH.
Impact: One young adult trained, supported, and given a real chance to build a better future.
Join us in creating change — one plate, one person, one future at a time.
How to give:
Donate through Stewardship:
Follow the link to our Fund A Future Chef donation page via Stewardship. If you are a UK taxpayer, please confirm that you would like to reclaim Gift Aid on your donation. This will add 25p to every £1 you give. You can do this on the Stewardship website.
You can also set up a regular gift through Stewardship if you'd like to sponsor a trainee.
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