Talent is everywhere in Tampa Bay’s kitchens. Tuition money isn’t.
The Culinary Legacy Foundation raises money and builds partnerships so aspiring chefs from Tampa Bay high schools can afford culinary school, and walk in ready to make their mark.
Our story
Robert Paredes founded TCLF in [YEAR] after [one line on his background]. He kept meeting young cooks with real talent who couldn’t see a way to pay for culinary school, and he wanted to change that. Today we partner with high schools across Tampa Bay to find those students, fund their scholarships, and connect them with chefs and restaurants who can open doors. Our events through the year bring that community together and pay for it.
Our board
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Robert Paredes
Founder · [Title]. [One line on his background and why he started TCLF.]
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[Board member]
[Role] · [Day job or restaurant]
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[Board member]
[Role] · [Day job or restaurant]
What your support has done
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[#] students
awarded culinary scholarships since [YEAR]
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[$ total]
given in scholarships, tools and books
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[#] partner schools
across Tampa Bay, where we find and support young cooks
Our Values
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Opportunity
Opening doors to education and life changing possibilities.
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Excellence
Supporting quality education and the pursuit of culinary mastery.
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Community
Building meaningful connections that strengthen the culinary world.
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Integrity
Upholding transparency, trust, and accountability in all we do.
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Legacy
Creating a lasting impact for generations to come.
Help the next student get to culinary school
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Donate
Your gift pays for tuition, knife kits, uniforms and books for students starting culinary school.
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Volunteer
Help at events, mentor a student, or judge our cooking competition.