Common Threads is a national nonprofit that provides children and families cooking and nutrition education to encourage healthy habits that contribute to wellness. We equip under-resourced communities with information to make affordable, nutritious and appealing food choices wherever they live, work, learn, and play. We know that food is rooted in culture and tradition so we promote diversity in our lessons and recipes, encouraging our participants to celebrate the world around them.

Cooking

Health & Wellness

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Common Threads

Common Threads' headquarters in Austin, TX, United States

This department oversees the strategic direction and oversight of the organization through its board of directors.

Board Governance

The Education and Training Team at Common Threads develops and delivers cooking and nutrition education programs for children and families in under-resourced communities. This team of chef instructors, nutrition educators, and program managers creates culturally diverse and accessible lessons and recipes to encourage healthy eating habits and foster a celebration of global culinary traditions. They work to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to make affordable and nutritious food choices in their daily lives.

Education and Training Team

The Program Management team at Common Threads is responsible for overseeing and executing the organization's cooking and nutrition education initiatives. This includes coordinating with schools and community centers to implement programs, managing project timelines and deliverables, and analyzing program data to measure impact and ensure continuous improvement. The team also works on tailoring programs to reflect cultural diversity and make them accessible and relevant to under-resourced communities nationwide.

Program Management

This department oversees the organization's strategic direction and decision-making processes.

Executive Leadership

This department focuses on enhancing employee skills and knowledge through training and development programs.

Learning and Development

This department focuses on providing education and resources related to nutrition and healthy eating.

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