Culinary Academy of Las Vegas

At the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas, opportunity is more than a promise—it’s a pathway. Every year, we serve more than 3,000 Southern Nevadans—many facing barriers like housing instability, limited English proficiency, or financial hardship—and equip them with the skills, confidence, and support needed to secure family-sustaining careers in the hospitality industry. Through hands-on training, industry-recognized credentials, and direct connections to more than 50 employer partners on and off the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown.  our graduates don’t just find jobs—they launch careers, often starting at or above Nevada’s living wage and with family sustaining benefits. With an 85% program completion rate and 84% job placement rate, your investment supports our mission to deliver measurable, life-changing outcomes for individuals and families across our community.

When you give, you are helping build a stronger workforce, a more resilient community, and a future where economic mobility is within reach for all.