The Culinary Program of End Hunger

05/29/2026

Alumni Spotlight: Spencer Flach

We are excited to highlight Spencer, a proud graduate of our Culinary Program, who continues to inspire us with his journey and growth since graduation.

Spencer shared that he is most proud of proving to himself that he is capable of learning new skills and turning a hobby into a meaningful career. Through the program, he gained not only valuable professional skills, but also increased confidence that has carried into both his work and personal life.

When reflecting on his experience, Spencer described the program as “a key that unlocked many doors.” One of his favorite parts is that even after graduation, the program remains a continued source of support and connection.

Since completing the program this spring, Spencer is now officially employed at Dash In and has embraced new opportunities in a field he truly enjoys. He credits the experience with helping shape both his career path and personal development.

We are so proud of Spencer and excited to see all that he continues to accomplish!

05/28/2026

Our latest newsletter just dropped!

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05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend!

05/20/2026

One thing we love most about our Culinary Program is that graduation doesn’t mean goodbye. Our students will always be part of our alumni network, and we love welcoming them back into the kitchen! 💚

Earlier this week, several alumni joined us to help prepare snacks for the Community Harvest Network volunteer event with Republic Services. Together they used the skills they learned in the program to create fresh fruit cups, homemade granola bars, trail mix, and charcuterie cups for volunteers serving our community all day long.

It’s always incredible to see how the skills our students develop not only help them grow personally and professionally, but also create meaningful impact right here in our community. We are so proud of our alumni and grateful for their willingness to give back!

05/18/2026

Today was such a fun day back in the kitchen with some of our Culinary Program alumni! 🧑🏾‍🍳👩🏻‍🍳

Our team helped prepare snacks for the all-day volunteer event taking place with and . It was wonderful to see alumni using their skills, working together, and giving back to the community.

On the menu today:
🍓 Fresh-cut fruit cups
🥣 Made-from-scratch granola bars
🥜 Trail mix
🧀 Charcuterie cups

We hope everyone enjoyed the treats after a full day of hard work serving the community. Thank you to all the volunteers making a difference today! 💚

05/12/2026

🌟 Alumni Highlight! 🌟

We are so proud to celebrate Bert, a graduate of our Culinary Program who works at The Lobby - and continuing to shine in everything he does!

Mark your calendars! Bert will be featured on Good Morning Washington (WJLA-ABC) on Tuesday, May 19th at 10:00 AM, where he will be showcasing his incredible dancing on air! 🎥

From the kitchen to the dance floor, Bert continues to inspire us with his talent, dedication, and joy. We can’t wait to see him light up the screen! Be sure to tune in and cheer him on!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the incredible moms of our Culinary Program alumni! 💐

Your love, encouragement, support, and sacrifices help make our graduates’ success possible. Thank you for cheering them on, believing in them, and standing beside them every step of the way.

Today we celebrate and appreciate all that you do. Wishing you a wonderful Mother’s Day filled with love and appreciation! 🌸🤍

05/07/2026

🍽️ CALLING ALL SOUTHERN MARYLAND FOOD SERVICE & HOSPITALITY BUSINESS OWNERS! 🍽️

Are you hiring?!

The Culinary Program at End Hunger in Calvert County is connecting local businesses with talented graduates who are READY for entry-level work in restaurants, catering, hospitality, food prep, customer service, and more.

📧 Reach out today:
[email protected]

Why inclusive hiring matters:

⭐ Employees with learning differences often have higher retention rates and lower absenteeism than the general workforce.

⭐ Hospitality research shows inclusive hiring can improve team morale, customer satisfaction, and workplace culture.

⭐ Studies show many employers report positive experiences hiring people with learning differences, including dependable performance and strong workplace commitment.

Our graduates are eager to learn, dependable, hardworking, and excited to contribute to the community.

Let’s build a more inclusive workforce together. 🤍

04/28/2026

We are incredibly grateful to Sheriff Ricky Cox for joining us at graduation and honoring our students with the Sheriff’s Salute!

A heartfelt thank you to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for your continued commitment to keeping our community safe and for your meaningful engagement with our program. Your presence helps make moments like graduation even more special for our students and their families.

We truly appreciate your support!

📸: Cara Lynn Photography