About Us
Rise Through Culture CIC connects people through food and culture.
Kitchen Academy is a programme by Rise Through Culture CIC that uses food as a tool for learning, wellbeing, and connection.
Through hands-on sessions, participants gain practical cooking skills while building relationships in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Our Amazing Journey
Rise Thru Culture was built on a simple but powerful idea:
Bringing people together through food, culture, and shared experiences can change lives.
The organisation was founded by Ntido Sampson, whose passion for food and culture has always been about more than just enjoyment—it’s about connection, identity, and community.
Where It Started
In January 2025, the idea for Rise Thru Culture began to take shape.
Ntido saw something missing. Adults in the community—especially those navigating challenges, transitions, or uncertainty—often didn’t have spaces where they felt comfortable, valued, or inspired. There were services available, but very few that felt human, creative, and culturally relevant.
At the same time, he recognised the natural power of food and culture to bring people together. Conversations flow differently around a table. Ideas are shared more openly. Barriers come down.
What started as a simple idea—creating spaces where people could connect through food and culture—quickly grew into something bigger.
By April 2026, Rise Thru Culture was officially born.
Why It Matters
Food and culture are universal. They cross boundaries, spark curiosity, and create a sense of belonging.
Through these shared experiences, we create spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued. From there, real change can begin.
This isn’t just about activities—it’s about creating moments where:
- Someone finds their voice
- Someone builds confidence
- Someone discovers a new direction
What Drives Us
Rise Thru Culture is about people first.
We work with adults aged 18+ who may need support, direction, or simply a space to reconnect—with themselves and with others.
Many of the individuals we engage with have untapped potential but lack the right environment to explore it.
Our approach is different because it’s built around real connection.
We use food, culture, and shared experiences as a starting point to:
- Bring people together
- Build trust and confidence
- Encourage open conversations
- Share knowledge, skills, and ideas
- Create pathways into personal growth and opportunity
Our Vision
We want to see stronger, more connected communities where people support each other, share ideas, and grow together.
Rise Thru Culture exists to turn simple moments—like sharing food or stories—into powerful opportunities for change.
Because when people come together with purpose,
they rise together.