Mission
theAt Chefs Feeding Kids, our mission is to Feed, Educate, Train, and Employ. We combat childhood food insecurity by providing nutritious meals and fostering healthy eating habits. Through collaborative efforts with communities, chefs, and partners, we aim to empower food-insecure children and young adults, including those within the autism community, by offering access to nutritious, affordable meals and equipping them with culinary skills. Our goal is to not only alleviate hunger but also pave the way for a brighter future by creating career pathways and opportunities, ensuring these individuals have the foundation for sustained well-being and success.
What We Do
CFK is committed to supporting food-insecure kids and families by providing monthly meals through their network of National Chef Ambassadors.
Collaborating with local organizations that share the same mission ensures efficient distribution and outreach to those in need.
Sharing tips on healthy eating habits alongside meal distribution is crucial to promoting long-term well-being.
Providing easy-to-follow recipes on the website is a practical way to empower people with the knowledge and skills to prepare nutritious meals at home.
Offering culinary training opportunities to kids and adults in need at the CFK Culinary Center is a fantastic way to help them gain valuable skills.
Partnering with culinary kitchens nationwide expands the reach of training programs, increasing access to career opportunities in the food service industry.
By feeding, educating, and training individuals, CFK is not only addressing immediate hunger but also creating a pathway to independence and employment in the food service industry.
This approach has the potential to benefit the culinary industry by providing it with a well-trained and enthusiastic workforce.
TheOpportunity
An Unmet Need: The latest estimates suggest that about 13 million children in the U.S are hungry. This means that 1 in 5 children are currently living in food-insecure households. Simultaneously, the restaurant industry is looking for the next generation of food service professionals to take the industry well into the 21st century.
TheSolution
CFKCC will offer hands-on culinary classes to children, through partnering with local non-profit organizations like the YMCA, Junior League, and Autism Speaks. These classes will be sponsored and paid for by donations to CFK.
TheCompany
Chefs Feeding Kids (“CFK”) is the inspired collaboration between Chefs Glenn Cybulski and Billy Manzo. These men met and competed at the Citta Di Napoli Pizza Competition in Naples, Italy during 2007 and 2008. Once back in the States, the former competitors formed Chefs Feeding Kids 501c3 (“CFK”) in 2009. CFK soon started plans to open Chefs Feeding Kids Culinary Center (“CFKCC”), a brick and mortar facility, with Chef Glenn Cybulski heading up the initiative and becoming the Executive Director.
Meet Our People
Glenn CybulskiExecutive Director, Chef, Restauranteur
Glenn has over 40 years of experience in the food industry, with particular expertise in restaurant operations, training, and recipe ideation. Glenn has won 43 Culinary awards, published in 8 industry magazines, been featured on 12 National and regional network television shows, and has been speaking at the International Pizza expo for over 15 years. Glenn has also opened and operated 28 restaurants, created the “Thin Crust Delite” pizza crust for Papa Murphy’s Take n Bake, and has extensive experience in the retail Manufactured Food Industry.
Pete LachapelleFormer Tradeshow Executive, Int’l Pizza Expo
Pete, with over 40 years of experience in sales and marketing advice for the food industry, has spearheaded the growth of numerous successful trade publications, shows and conferences, including Emerald Exposition’s Pizza Today, International Pizza Expo, and Cocina Sabrosa. Now, he's branching out as an independent consultant, recently contributing to the launch of Chefs Feeding Kids. Pete's also a Boston College Carroll School of Management graduate, currently restoring a historic farmhouse in New England's coastal area, where he indulges in sailing, kayaking, cycling, and hiking.
Matt CatherincchiaVice President of Sales, Bellisimo Foods
Matt is a highly accomplished professional in the food service industry, renowned for his extensive experience and expertise in both manufacturing and distribution. With over 25 years of dedicated service, Matt has made significant contributions to the industry, particularly in his role as the Vice President of Sales for Bellissimo Foods.
Throughout his career, Matt has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence and a strong culinary-driven focus. His deep understanding of the industry, coupled with his exceptional leadership skills, has enabled him to drive sales growth and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners.
In addition to his professional achievements, Matt is a compassionate individual with a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of others. He shares this passion with his wife of 23 years, as they jointly run a non-profit organization called Santinos Voice. The organization is named after their youngest son and aims to raise funds and awareness for the autism community.
Matt Catherincchia's remarkable journey in the foodservice industry, combined with his commitment to philanthropy, exemplifies his exceptional character and leadership. His expertise, passion, and dedication continue to make a lasting impact on the industry and the lives of those he serves.