Make A Difference

Would you like to make a meaningful difference in the lives of tomorrow’s foodservice leaders? Or perhaps you are passionate about “doing good”—and want to give back to your local communities. Whatever inspires you, we offer fun opportunities to get more involved—such as volunteering at competitions, mentoring students or participating in events. 

Why I Got Involved in ProStart

FEEDING DREAMS & BUILDING FUTURES
Want to get involved? Don’t take our word for it! Hear why WRA members choose to get involved and donate their gift of time and talent to the next generation of foodservice superstars.

"It really reminds me why I chose this industry, and all the opportunities it has offered me."
- Lea Culver, Culver's Foundation

Promote Industry at Schools

• Be a guest speaker in the classroom
• Conduct a hands-on demo for students
• Offer a field trip to your place of business
• Participate in Career Fairs

Be a ProStart Mentor

• Coach a student competition team
• Provide real-world experience to an enthusiastic workforce
• Gain access to a qualified, interested pool of employees
• Make a lasting impact on students’ lives

Volunteer at Events

• Assist with student culinary and management competitions
• Attend student career and industry events
• Volunteer and assist with fundraising events
• Attend ProStart Career & Industry Expo

Help inspire tomorrow’s chefs, managers, operators, suppliers and foodservice educators by getting involved in Wisconsin’s ProStart® program. Your support helps build the next generation of hospitality industry employees.

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Looking to become a partner?
​We have several sponsorship opportunities available.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Also, there are countless ways to make meaningful contributions to the restaurant industry as a volunteer.

Volunteer