HATCH

06/07/2026

Cohort 25 is off to a sweet start! All thirteen students took their ServSafe Food Handler's exam and passed with flying colors!

The next 7 weeks of programming will take them through skills training, team building, and a path toward reaching their professional goals. We hope you'll follow along on their journey. If you recognize someone here, give them a shout out in the comments!

05/26/2026

Shout-out to Hatch graduate Teayania for recently being named Employee of the Week at her new job! We love celebrating the successes of both our current students and alumni.

This summer, Teayania interviewed for and accepted a position at the Bar Harbor Inn in Bar Harbor, Maine. She has applied the training she received at Hatch, along with experience gained through our partners at Yedla Hotels, to spread her wings and pursue new opportunities.

Special thanks to all of our employment partners, including the recently added Witham Family Hotels in Maine, for the experience and mentorship you offer!

Congratulations, Teayania!

Photo courtesy of Witham Family Hotels

05/17/2026

Congratulations to Xavier! Please support those who support us and enjoy some pizza at Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment.

05/08/2026

What a special evening celebrating five years of HATCH!

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate this milestone with us. HATCH truly takes a village, and we are so grateful for the partners who make this program possible — our restaurant partners, employment partners, referral partners, guest speakers, community supporters, and everyone who continues to believe in our students and our mission.

A very special thank you to our amazing HATCH staff, who show up every day to run this program with heart, excellence, and dedication.

We were also honored to present Mel Bradford with an award recognizing his five years of dedicated service to HATCH. Mel has steadfastly and continuously volunteered every Thursday during the program to drive our students on field trips, helping make those experiences possible year after year.

We also want to thank Woody Anderson Ford— not only for providing the van for those field trips, but most importantly for providing the space where HATCH operates at the dealership. Their support has been foundational to our program.

It has been an amazing five years, and we cannot wait to see what the next five years bring. Thank you for being part of the HATCH village!

05/04/2026

Want to join HATCH? Here’s how:

1. Apply online at www.hatchhsv.com
2. Confirm in your in-person interview
3. Come ready to interview—and potentially step into your next opportunity! 🐣

Upcoming cohorts:
✨ June 2, 2026
✨ August 11, 2026
✨ October 13, 2026

We’d love to meet you! Let’s hatch into new career skills and opportunities!

05/01/2026

The room was full—in every sense of the word. ❤️

Full of elevated cooking.
Full of intention.
Full of love.

Cohort 24 prepared a beautiful Leadership Lunch, featuring Teres major steak, roasted potatoes, broccolini, French onion soup, a homemade strawberry shortcake tiramisu, and a refreshing spirit-free lime-orange mojito. Every detail was thoughtful. Every plate carried pride.

Moments like this remind us that it’s never just about the food—it’s about growth, confidence, and the care poured into serving others.

C-24, you’ve been something special. We’re so proud of you and excited to see you step into externships next week. Keep showing up with this same heart—you’re ready. 🐣

04/30/2026

We’re so grateful for our partners at United Way of Madison County in Huntsville Alabama! Thank you for your amazing partnership with us.
From Ride United (transportation assistance) to serving various needs, you truly care for our community and our Hatchlings. Thank you!

GENEROSITY GIVE-BACK LUNCHEON by HATCH
"Full hearts, Full plates, and a Full day of purpose" 💝🍽️✨

Last Thursday's Generosity Give-Back Luncheon was extra special here at United Way of Madison County. We had the honor of having students from HATCH prepare and serve lunch for us - - made from scratch chicken lasagna, green leaf salad and savory garlic bread. Every bite was made with love and intention.

HATCH is an 8-week job training program that combines life skills workshops and industry-standard culinary and hospitality training to empower opportunity youth to lead self-sufficient lives.

Sincere thanks to HATCH and continued success to all of you! We appreciate the honor and are proud to serve you and our community.

04/23/2026

Full hearts, full plates, and a full day of purpose 💝🍽️✨

Today’s Generosity Give-Back Luncheon was extra special as our students had the honor of serving United Way—not only a valued partner of HATCH, but a cornerstone in our community providing critical resources, support services, and wraparound care for individuals and families. From financial assistance to education, health, and stability initiatives, United Way of Madison County in Huntsville Alabama is truly on the front lines of helping people thrive.

Our students brought the love to the table—preparing a delicious chicken lasagna with fresh, from-scratch pasta, paired with a crisp salad and flavorful garlic bread. Every bite was made with intention, pride, and a spirit of giving back.

And the day didn’t stop there…

We explored the creative heartbeat of our city at Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, where students experienced a wide range of artistic expression and even enjoyed tea at Piper and Leaf Tea Co.. 🍃

To close it out on a sweet note, we visited Pizzelle's Confections, where students got to witness firsthand the artistry and craftsmanship behind some of the most beautiful (and delicious!) chocolates around 🍫✨

From serving our community to being inspired by it—today was a reminder of what’s possible when purpose meets passion.

04/17/2026

As Week 4 comes to a close, we’re excited to see our C-24 students pushing toward the finish line—they’re halfway there! 💥

This week’s field trip was a full day of exposure and opportunity—all sites where students can extern:

📚 Huntsville-Madison County Public Library — highlighting the countless free resources available to support their growth
☕ HATCH Café — experiencing hospitality in action and seeing our mission come to life
🏥 Huntsville Hospital — real-world insight into workplace expectations and career pathways
💐 Huntsville Botanical Garden — exploring job pathways and opportunities within their environment

Grateful for partners across our city who continue to open doors for our students—onward to the next half 🚀

04/13/2026

Are you ready to break out of your shell and step into new skills, confidence, and career opportunities? 🐣

At HATCH HSV, you can earn up to $1,250 while gaining real-world culinary and hospitality experience, certifications, and job connections.

We’re gearing up for our next cohorts—and spots are filling fast.

🐣 2026 Cohort Start Dates
C-23 → January 13 🐥
C-24 → March 24 🐥
C-25 → June 2 ☀️ (SUMMER COHORT – APPLY NOW)
C-26 → August 11
C-27 → October 13

✨ Ages 18–24 eligible
✨ Hands-on training + externships
✨ Real pathways to employment

Don’t wait—your next opportunity starts here.
Apply today at www.hatchhsv.com