Grafted Whiskey & Wine Bar, located at The Village at Rancharrah, is excited to announce the launch of their new nonprofit organization, ‘Grafted Kitchen,’ aimed at providing culinary education to at-risk youth aged 15-19 years old. Owners of Grafted, Jade and Chad Bogan, are opening up a new 2,500 square foot culinary training facility on Oddie Boulevard in Sparks. The nonprofit will give these young people the opportunity to participate in a one year paid internship where they will receive culinary, business, and hospitality training.
“Our hope is that Grafted Kitchen can create a safe and supportive space for youth in our community to learn new skills and be empowered to change the trajectory of their lives,” said Jade Bogan, owner of Grafted Whiskey & Wine Bar. “On top of culinary mentorship, this internship will also give wrap-around services including GED and education support, mental health support, and other needs determined by on-staff social workers.”
Grafted Kitchen embraces a set of core values guiding their mission to empower and uplift individuals in their community: Restore, Equip, Dream, Bridge, and Graft. They aim to restore dignity and purpose, provide essential skills for success, inspire bold dreams, build bridges to meaningful employment, and support growth and transitions.
Grafted Whiskey & Wine Bar is hosting an informational night on June 6 at 6 p.m. to introduce the nonprofit to the community, with all proceeds supporting Grafted Kitchen’s equipment and program startup costs. For general information and tickets, visit their website at graftedkitchen.com.
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About The Village at Rancharrah
The Village at Rancharrah is accessible to North and South-bound traffic, with a Kietzke lane entrance located near US HWY 395 ramps. The Village features a variety of shops, restaurants, and events throughout the year for the public to enjoy. Additional information about The Village at Rancharrah can be found at www.villageatrancharrah.com.
About Grafted Whiskey & Wine Bar
Grafted Whiskey and Wine Bar opened their doors in 2021 to offer good food, fine wine and whiskey, and a beautiful space to gather. ‘Grafting’ is the act of joining things together so they can continue to grow, and Grafted wants to be your spot to sip, savor, and connect. Enjoy a good meal and laughter over a carefully curated list of wines, spirits and craft cocktails designed to elevate the flavors of your food. Whether you’re stopping by for happy hour and charcuterie, or a luxurious dining experience, Grafted invites you to show up and love well. Please visit graftedwhiskeywine.com for more information.
About Grafted Kitchen
Grafted Kitchen is a non-profit organization founded by Jade and Chad Bogan, owners of Grafted Whiskey & Wine Bar. Located in Sparks, Nevada, Grafted Kitchen aims to provide culinary education and mentorship to at-risk youth aged 15-19. Through a one-year paid internship program, participants receive comprehensive training in culinary skills, business management, and hospitality. Additionally, Grafted Kitchen offers wrap-around services including GED/education support, mental health assistance, and personalized guidance from on-staff social workers. For more information about Grafted Kitchen and their mission, please visit graftedkitchen.com.
