ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Foodlink announced an investment from KeyBank to grow their Culinary Apprenticeship Program on Friday.

KeyBank invested $300,000 in grant money to help support the growth and expansion of the culinary apprenticeship program. This was done as part of KeyBank’s commitment to invest $40 billion in the local communities that they serve.

Julia Tedesco, the President & CEO of Foodlink said, “With this investment, we are able to create more opportunities for individuals seeking to reach their culinary goals and build healthier communities.”  

Foodlink said that this investment will help increase the number of Fellows and graduates, expand upon recruitment efforts, and provide more support services.