Westbrook’s partnership with Why Not? Foundation and Little Kitchen Academy improves access to culinary literacy
Los Angeles, California / ACCESSWIRE / May 21, 2024 / little kitchen academy The leading Montessori-inspired culinary school is pleased to announce that NBA All-Star and entrepreneur Russell Westbrook has joined the company as both an investor and advisory board member. His collaboration with Why Not? This exciting partnership with the Foundation marks a significant milestone for Little Kitchen Academy, supporting its efforts to bring culinary education, food literacy and practical life skills to children in more underprivileged communities.
California native Russell Westbrook is a true role model on and off the court. Westbrook made his NBA debut in 2008 and is a nine-time NBA All-Star. He holds the record for most regular-season triple-doubles in an NBA career and is the only player to average a triple-double in four different seasons.
Westbrook's off-the-court contributions are just as important as his professional accomplishments. In 2012, Westbrook and his wife Nina founded his Why Not? A foundation that builds paths of empowerment for underserved children. Over the years, their team has partnered with many like-minded organizations and nonprofits to expand their impact in communities in Los Angeles and beyond. Why not? The Foundation is committed to resilience in underserved communities by implementing structured educational opportunities, workforce development, and accessible mental health resources. Masu.
As an advisory board member, Mr. Westbrook works with the founders of Little Kitchen Academy to support their commitment to empowering children through culinary education while increasing access to programs in underrepresented communities. plans to support the mission of Westbrook is committed to community work through “Why Not?” The Foundation plays a vital role in helping Little Kitchen Academy continue to inspire and educate young people around the world.
“Our family loves Little Kitchen Academy. Nina and I have taken our kids there and seen firsthand the impact their program has had on kids. That's why I… We want to give access to their great programs to kids who might not otherwise have access to them,” Westbrook said. “I am excited to join the advisory board and work with their team. Their programs combine culinary education with practical life skills to foster creativity, curiosity, and independence, and to help build success in and out of the kitchen. I will lead you to.”
“We are thrilled to have Russell Westbrook join the Little Kitchen Academy family as an investor and advisory board member,” said Brian Currin, CEO and co-founder of Little Kitchen Academy. Ta. “We are inspired by his commitment to empowering young people, along with his wife Nina. Together, our families are committed to providing access to practical life skills and food literacy. We will continue to impact thousands of children, change lives from the ground up, and create a more educated, independent and healthy society.”
Stay tuned for more exciting announcements this summer about how Russell Westbrook and Little Kitchen Academy will impact co-living.
About Little Kitchen Academy
Little Kitchen Academy is for families looking for educationally enriching activities for their children ages 3 to 18 to learn practical life skills, confidence, independence, and lifelong healthy eating habits. A leading Montessori-inspired culinary academy that provides a safe and empowering environment for students. The concept was created with a vision to become a world leader in teaching children practical life skills and food literacy to promote a more educated, independent and healthier society. . True to its mission, LKA empowers children to make independent choices, empowering them to make a difference in their own lives and the lives of those around them. Part of its mission includes enabling students to learn how they can make the world a better place. How Can I Help by Little Kitchen The Academy, LKA's flagship philanthropic program, supports Crisis Text Line, The Global FoodBanking Network, Kids Help Phone and One Tree Planted. In addition to philanthropic partnerships, LKA has strategic global brand partnerships with AeroGarden, BIRKENSTOCK, ChefWorks, ChopValue, Emeco, Iron Chef Cat Cora, Küssi, PRIZE Inc., and Welcome Industries. Little Kitchen Academy's flagship locations are in Los Angeles, California and Vancouver, British Columbia.
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About “Why Not?” Foundation
Founded in 2012, the Russell Westbrook Why Not? Foundation aims to create pathways to support underserved populations. The foundation is committed to the survival of underserved communities through structured educational opportunities, workforce development, and the introduction of accessible mental health resources. “Why Not?” is a personal motivation for Russell Westbrook, and the Foundation aims to instill this mindset in young people and provide resources for the continued success of children and their communities. For more information, please visit https://whynotfoundation.org/.
For media inquiries, please contact Erica Upshur at pr@littlekitchenacademy.com.
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