The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation’s (NRAEF) is a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit organization and the philanthropic foundation of the National Restaurant Association.
Our Mission
- We are a purpose driven organization dedicated to changing lives and uplifting communities.
- We empower people from all backgrounds with the training and education they need to secure a better future.
- We do this through the limitless opportunities offered by the restaurant, foodservice, and hospitality industry.
Our Programs
Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA)
MFHA is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and an affiliate of the NRAEF. Dedicated to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) across the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry, MFHA was founded by MFHA President Gerry Fernandez in 1996. MFHA serves as a leading resource for companies large and small seeking to improve DEI and enhance culturally competency throughout their organization. MFHA provides tailored solutions and guidance that draw from a broad range of best practices, research, DEI partnerships and expertise in current and emerging social issues. MFHA members have access to products and services, including toolkits, workshops, webinars, research, programs and events. For more information, please see MFHA’s website at mfha.net.
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