NECAT

06/21/2026

You are invited!

Please join us for exclusive screening of Pursuing Light: The Bill Strickland Story, a documentary celebrating the life and legacy of Bill Strickland, the visionary behind the model that inspired NECAT.

The film traces Bill’s journey from a Pittsburgh student who discovered hope through pottery to a global leader who proved that beauty, dignity, and opportunity can break the cycle of poverty. NECAT is honored to be part of that story, carrying his belief that everyone deserves a chance to rise and move forward.

To attend, please click the link below to RSVP.

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06/20/2026

Happy Juneteenth!

In honor for Juneteenth, Chef Avery & the orange Hats made a Juneteenth lunch rooted dishes that are quintessentially African American and it was a beautiful reminder of the intersectionality of food & culture.

06/18/2026

Congratulations on a well-executed Capstone menu, EB Cohort 10! Let by Chef Gloria, Cohort 10 presented a three course menu with flavors from Latin America. All guest were amazing by the flavors and presentation. 👏

06/10/2026

It’s fish week for the East Boston cohort! Led by chef Gloria, the orange hats have one week left to graduate!

06/10/2026

Join the resource fair on 6/24 to network and connect with local organizations and employers across Boston! No registration requires.

05/29/2026

Congratulations, Cohort 76!

You did it and we are proud to welcome you into the NECAT alumni network and look forward to all you will keep accomplishing.

05/28/2026

05/06/2026

Join us this Friday, 5/8 for a resource fair at NECAT!

NECAT is hosting a panel of community partners offering resources for housing, financial literacy, and so much more. This is a great opportunity to network and get resources!

05/06/2026

NECAT at the State House!

NECAT hosted a special program at the State House to highlight our plans to expand workforce training and purchase a permanent home in Nubian Square.

NECAT founder Maarten Hemsley was joined by Rep. Moran, Rep. Worrell, Senator Nick Collins and NECAT Board Member Reverend Dr. Dana Gonsal. Special thanks to NECAT alumnus Kayin for speaking about his journey through the program.

Thank you to Rep. Moran, Rep. Worrell, and Sen. Collins for joining us, and Rep. Michlewitz for his continued support of our mission.

04/23/2026

NECAT was proud to celebrate the Jacques Pépin Foundation’s 9th Anniversary! JPF has been an incredible partner over the years -- from their first visit in 2018, when they purchased a washing machine to ensure our students had clean uniforms, to helping launch our baking program and grow our catering social enterprise. They always show up for NECAT when it matters most. We’re so grateful for this partnership and the entire JPF community 💛