Community Kitchen Program

Community Kitchen Cafe!
Two different days. Two different groups. We would love for you to join us for both events — or at least one of them. Thank you so much for your love and support!

Community Kitchen Cafe is finally OPEN! 🎉🍳☕🥞

After almost two years of hard work, prayers, challenges, and faith, we are so excited to officially open our doors to serve Monroe and the surrounding community!

Come enjoy amazing breakfast, brunch, lunch, fresh coffee, and great hospitality — all made with love and purpose.

📍 811 N Charlotte Ave, Monroe, NC 28110
🕖 Open Monday–Saturday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Thank you to everyone who supported, prayed for us, and believed in this vision. Glory to God for bringing us this far! 🙏❤️

🌍 Community Kitchen is proud to serve our diverse community!
We provide training and support in English 🇺🇸, Amharic (Ethiopia) 🇪🇹, Eritrean/Tigrinya 🇪🇷, and Spanish 🇪🇸.

📚 Need ServSafe Certification at a reasonable price?
We offer online classes in every state across the USA 🇺🇸💻 — plus in-person support when available.

Please contact us — we’re here to help you succeed! 🙏💙

We are exploring opportunities to partner with local businesses in support of the Community Kitchen project. While we are still determining the best ways businesses can be involved, we would be honored to welcome sponsorship support.

In recognition of each partner’s generosity, Community Kitchen would proudly feature their name and logo within our restaurant, on our media platforms, and across our promotional materials.

This is simply an initial idea, and we would truly value your thoughts, suggestions, and guidance on how we can work together in a meaningful way.

Hi team, we’re launching a campaign to support the CLA project! Please create an account and start sharing it to help spread the word. You’re also welcome to make a donation if you’d like to contribute.

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👟 Charlotte, let’s run for change! 👟
The 4th Annual Share the Harvest 5K Run/Walk is almost here! 🌿

📅 Saturday, September 6, 2025
📍 McAlpine Creek Park, Charlotte NC

Together, we’ll raise funds for the Community Kitchen Program—providing free culinary training for immigrants, refugees, and neighbors in need.

👉 Register today: https://runsignup.com/ckp

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Get Ready for the 5K Run/Walk!

It’s almost race day! Make sure you’re prepared:
👟 Test your shoes
👕 Lay out your running clothes
💧 Stay hydrated
📍 Plan your route

💡 Runner Tip: A short practice run this week helps break in your shoes and makes race day smoother.

⚠️ Register in advance to secure your spot!
✨ Every step you take supports a 10-week culinary course, giving refugees, immigrants, and underserved neighbors the chance to gain ServSafe® certifications and real job skills. 🍴💼

Your participation is more than a run—it’s a path to opportunity and a new beginning. ❤️

Sign up today ➡️ https://runsignup.com/ckp

Tag your friends and share this poster to spread the word!

✨ This is where YOUR support goes! ✨
👉 Every step in our 5K Run/Walk helps fund a 10-week culinary course, giving refugees, immigrants, and underserved neighbors the chance to gain ServSafe® certifications and real job skills. 🍴💼

Your participation is more than a run—it’s a path to employment and a new beginning. ❤️

Be the change today ➡️ https://runsignup.com/ckp