09/19/2026
After a long-distance move, Project HOPE helped get Zahari Davis back on track to finish high school - and changed the way he thought about his education.
The stability of Project HOPE helped Davis get back on track with his school work. He found it easier to concentrate and said teachers were always available. As he found success in his core classes, Davis was able to focus on his Culinary Arts Program, excelling in a variety of competitions and the 2024 Odyssey de Culinaire, where he was paired with Chef Kevin Lee, leading to a part-time position at Birdie, one of Lee's restaurants.
After graduating, Zahari attended the Culinary Institute of America in New York, where is culinary journey is only just getting started.
Read more on the blog - https://www.francistuttle.edu/blog/project-hope-30th-zahari-davis