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Who we are
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History
Common Threads was founded by Chef Art Smith, artist Jesus Salgueiro and Linda Novick O’Keefe in 2003. After Chef Art and Jesus spent time cooking for New York families impacted by 9/11, they were inspired by the power of food to heal and bring people together to celebrate traditions and culture while enjoying the benefits of healthy, nutritious meals.
Soon, the nonprofit Common Threads was launched, with the first class offered in a church basement in Chicago in March 2004. The organization soon expanded beyond the Windy City to include expansion to Miami (2009), New York City (2014), Austin and Pittsburgh (2015), and San Antonio, Houston, Dallas-Ft. Worth, El Paso and Erie (2018). Today the organization reaches more than 30,000 children, parents and educators annually through its virtual and in-person cooking and nutrition education programs.
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– Chef Art Smith, Co-Founder[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Solution, Mission & Vision” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_blur=”36px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.1)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”OUR SOLUTION” _builder_version=”4.20.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#6f6f6f” text_line_height=”33px” header_2_font=”|||on|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]
Our Why
It’s something many of us enjoy but aren’t always able to do: having the time, basic knowledge, or all the “right things” to cook simple, healthful meals and snacks to enjoy with family. As we eat, we are not only nourished by the food itself, but also by the conversation shared over the table with loved ones. Yet for too many families in America, cooking a healthy meal with fresh ingredients seems too expensive, time-consuming, or simply too overwhelming for a variety of reasons. One of our goals is to take away those notions and provide real solutions.
Common Threads takes an innovative approach through both in-person and on-demand virtual cooking and nutrition education classes taught by trained chefs, as well as providing training on our curriculum to caregivers, educators, and healthcare professionals.
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Mission
To champion improved community health through the power of food and nutrition.
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Vision
We envision a world where people are empowered, nourished, and equipped to cultivate healthier futures for themselves and their communities.
[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”VALUES” module_class=”our_values” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#c93636″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”-45deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”#bb3164 0%|#722160 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#bb3164″ background_color_gradient_end=”#722160 ” disabled=”on” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#ffffff” header_2_font_size=”36px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]
Values
[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”COMMITMENT” image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/icon_commitment.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Rubik|500||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#ffffff” body_line_height=”24px” border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” global_colors_info=”{}”]We are committed to teaching children and families about selecting ingredients to cook meals and snacks that are nutritious; bringing joy to families; and celebrating our diversity of culture with a global perspective on recipes and food. We design programs that create multi-generational nutrition ambassadors.[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”RESULTS” image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/icon_results.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Rubik|500||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#ffffff” body_line_height=”24px” border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” global_colors_info=”{}”]We invest in research and evaluation that demonstrates our programs’ influence and impact in schools and communities. Our research builds evidence that identifies our contributions toward improving quality of life outcomes for children and their families.[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”RESPECT” image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/icon_respect.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Rubik|500||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#ffffff” body_line_height=”24px” border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” global_colors_info=”{}”]We embrace diversity, act with humility, and celebrate the strengths, creativity and perspectives of all individuals.[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”HONESTY & INTEGRITY” image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/icon_integrity.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Rubik|500||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#ffffff” body_line_height=”24px” border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” global_colors_info=”{}”]We always engage others in the ways we would like to be treated ourselves, whether sharing a meal or a story. We practice the important components of building genuine relationships: trust, honesty, and integrity in action.[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT” image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/icon_improvement.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Rubik|500||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#ffffff” body_line_height=”24px” border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” global_colors_info=”{}”]We continuously improve our strategies and decision-making based on the data we collect and our interactions with participants and partners.[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”TEAMWORK” image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/icon_teamwork.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Rubik|500||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#ffffff” body_line_height=”24px” border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” global_colors_info=”{}”]We are a team of individuals who bring a variety of strengths and perspectives, working together toward a common goal. We support and celebrate one another, working every day to build a culture that fosters personal happiness and professional fulfillment.[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”VALUES” module_class=”our_values” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”-45deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255,255,255,0.9) 0%|rgba(255,255,255,0.9) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(255,255,255,0.9)” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0.9)” background_image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/values_bg.jpg” border_width_bottom=”3px” border_color_bottom=”#36b37d” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”VALUES” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” text_line_height=”24px” header_2_font=”|||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#4387ad” header_2_font_size=”36px” text_orientation=”center” max_width=”999px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]
Values
Common Threads is a passionate team of problem solvers and learners driven by the desire to help build healthy, self-sustaining communities. Our approach is earnest, but not always conventional. We are intentional, but also entrepreneurial. Our work is experiential, with a desire for our lessons to complement and enhance learning. We are proud of our work, and humbled to be a part of communities across the country.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Diversity” image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/icon_commitment.png” alt=”commitment” icon_placement=”left” admin_label=”DIVERSITY” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Rubik|500||on|||||” header_text_color=”#272727″ header_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#272727″ body_line_height=”24px” border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” global_colors_info=”{}”]We celebrate diversity of culture with a global perspective on food, act with humility, and embrace the strengths, creativity and differences of all individuals.
[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Impact” image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/icon_results.png” alt=”Result” icon_placement=”left” admin_label=”IMPACT” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Rubik|500||on|||||” header_text_color=”#272727″ header_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#272727″ body_line_height=”24px” border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” global_colors_info=”{}”]We invest in research and evaluation to build evidence of our programs’ influence and contributions within the communities we serve.
[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”INNOVATION” image=”https://beta.commonthreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/icon_improvement.png” alt=”Improvement” icon_placement=”left” admin_label=”INNOVATIONS” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Rubik|500||on|||||” header_text_color=”#272727″ header_font_size=”20px” body_font=”Rubik|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#272727″ body_line_height=”24px” border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” global_colors_info=”{}”]We are continuously improving our strategies, programs and decision-making based on the data and feedback we receive.
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Meet Our CEO & Co-Founder
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Linda Novick O’Keefe is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Common Threads. Under her leadership, Common Threads has grown its in-school, after-school, teacher and provider training, and family programming to more than 750 schools and community partner sites in 10 major U.S. cities, teaching 600,000 children, parents and educators what it means to cook for life.
From Common Threads’ inception, Linda prioritized developing nutrition education programs designed to achieve real behavior change. She is a champion of rigorous evaluation and external collaboration with academic experts. By creating a scaled and sustainable program, Linda has provided a platform for innovation in nutrition education.
Linda has been a Kellogg School of Management Board Governance Fellowship Mentor and served on the Building a Healthier Chicago Task Force. She was the recipient of the Anti-Defamation League’s Rising Star Award, was featured by Today’s Chicago Woman as one of 100 Women Making a Difference, was included as one of Clean Plates Moms on a Mission and was a 2018 SWSX Community Service Award Honoree.
She currently serves on the Smithsonian’s Kitchen Cabinet and as a Babson College Social Innovation Fellow. Linda has her Executive Education Certificate, Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Management, from Harvard University; her master’s degree in Public Service Management from DePaul University; and her bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Arizona State University. She resides in Austin with her husband Nick and two children, Zachary and Julia.
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“Cooking is a joyful way to improve our relationships with food no matter what age you are. Common Threads has integrated healthy eating into schools and communities taking an innovative approach to culturally responsive cooking and nutrition education. After all, food and family are the common thread that ties us all together.”
– Linda Novick O’Keefe, CEO & Co-Founder of Common Threads
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Common Threads Leadership Team
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Common Threads provides live and on-demand cooking and nutrition education programs throughout the U.S. through our digital resource hub, Common Bytes. Our team is located in 12 markets, where we also offer in-person programming to families, schools and nonprofit partners.
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