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Innovative After-School
Programming for Your
Community

We’re a non-profit organization that creates innovative after-school programs for rural communities in Iowa. We believe the key to success is to get youth excited about academics by engaging them in developing culinary and valuable life skills.

History

The Test Kitchen Education Foundation was established in 2015 in Fort Madison, Iowa. It was created to provide area students and educators with a comfortable place to engage in academic activities while enjoying a nutritious meal prepared by area chefs and students. Learning how to create tasty, healthy, and affordable meals while engaging in academic sessions resulted in increased attendance and improved the lives of the students.

Humble Beginnings

Kumar arrived in the United States in 1986 from his native country of Sri Lanka. He was fortunate to meet George and Jean Alton...

Inception

The Test Kitchen Education Foundation, a non-profit organization, was conceived with Kumar as the founder and executive director in 2015.

Expansion

In 2020, with the overwhelming growth of the program, the Test Kitchen Education Foundation added a second location and called it the Test ...

New Direction

Due to the growing demand, The Test Kitchen Education Foundation is looking to branch out and serve communities across Iowa. We would love to work with you to create a Test Kitchen in your community that is tailored to the unique strengths and needs of your town.