Taste of New Futures 2023

On behalf of the team at New Futures, thank you for making our Taste of New Futures rooftop celebration an incredible night! Thanks to our generous sponsors, donors, and guests, we raised over $18,000 to help fund the next generation of Scholars. We are thrilled by the outpouring of support.

It was wonderful to connect with so many people who believe in our mission. The food, drinks, and views were spectacular, and the chance to gather and build community made the evening even more special. A huge thank you to our sponsors: Rebecca Rice and Lionel Dripps, Kim Vinick, Friends of Monica, Susan Krause Bell and Robert Bell, Erika Gray, Mike Kershow and Marianne Keler, Tom Karr, and Hollyn Randolph.

We hope you enjoyed learning more about the incredible alumni entrepreneurs showcased at this year’s event, and that you were inspired by their creativity, talent, and passion for their craft.

Thank you to our featured alumni:

• Walfer Hernandez, executive chef at Barrel

• Devonte Howard, chef/owner at Vonte’s Kitchen

• Natasha Rodriguez, founder/owner at JourneyMom, LLC

• Umanda Weerasinghe, owner/operator at World Lotus Tours

Taste of New Futures would not have been possible without our planning committee, which included members from the New Futures Associate Board and Alumni Advisory Board. A special shoutout to Associate Board co-chairs Adele Navarrete and Hollyn Randolph for their leadership.

Thank you to everyone who helped make Taste of New Futures memorable! We’re so grateful for our community!