National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

OUR MISSSION As the philanthropic foundation of the National Restaurant Association, the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation’s (NRAEF) mission of service to the public is dedicated to enhancing the industry’s training and education, career development and community engagement efforts. The NRAEF and its programs work to Attract, Empower and Advance today’s and tomorrow’s restaurant and foodservice workforce.?NRAEF programs include: ProStart® – a high-school career and technical education program; Restaurant Ready – partnering with community based organizations to provide “opportunity youth” with skills training and job opportunities; Military – helping military servicemen and women transition their skills to restaurant and foodservice careers; Scholarships – financial assistance for students pursuing restaurant, foodservice and hospitality degrees; and the Restaurant & Hospitality Leadership Center (RHLC) – accredited apprenticeship programs designed to build the careers of service professionals. NRAEF is a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit organization. We are a purpose driven organization dedicated to changing lives and uplifting communities. We empower people from all backgrounds with the training and education they need to secure a better future. We do this through the limitless opportunities offered by the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry.