2025 Keep the Table Set – Bridge the Gap for Second Chances

Even When Life Changes Everything, Our Table Stays Set for Second Chances

Last December, my life—and Carabelle’s Legacy—changed in an instant. A kitchen accident severed every tendon and nerve in my dominant hand, leaving me with nearly two years of recovery and the reality that I’ll never regain full function. As a chef, a leader, and a survivor, I’ve faced setbacks before—but this one struck at the heart of how I serve my community.

Because of this injury, I haven’t been able to pursue the catering events that keep Carabelle’s Legacy thriving. As a result, our nonprofit is now $100,000 behind our 2025 growth goals. For a grassroots, survivor-led organization, that’s a huge gap—but not an impossible one, if our community comes together.

Here’s what your support keeps alive, even through adversity:

5 apprentices earned their ServSafe certifications this year

4 apprentices are graduating from Belle’s Kitchen, ready for new beginnings

2 team members earned their ServSafe, building skills and confidence

Families in crisis received meals, housing, and hope when they needed it most

Carabelle’s Legacy is more than one person’s hands—it’s a movement for second chances, justice, and healing. Our table is set for every woman, every family, and every neighbor who needs a fresh start. But right now, we need your help to keep it that way.

Your gift will:

Bridge our $100,000 gap so we can continue culinary training, job placement, and wraparound support for justice-impacted women and fire-affected families

Fund stipends, tools, and case management for our apprentices

Ensure our Micro Café, catering, and emergency meal programs keep running

Keep our doors open, our ovens warm, and our mission alive—no matter what life throws our way

Every dollar helps keep the table set for someone’s second chance. Whether you can give $25, $100, or become a monthly supporter, you are the reason hope still lives here.

Will you help us bridge the gap and keep the table set for Tulsa’s most resilient women and families?

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With gratitude and hope,  

Maria Morris  

Executive Director & Chef, Carabelle’s Legacy Inc.

Because of you, the table stays set. Because of you, second chances are possible.