“True success is measured not by what we achieve alone, but by how we lift others along the way.”
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“True success is measured not by what we achieve alone, but by how we lift others along the way.”
At Sisu Guidance, we go far beyond supporting our clients’ career development and job success. We care deeply about their livelihood, their well-being, and their ability to thrive, especially in today’s challenging climate of shifting policies, funding changes, and widespread layoffs. We recognized that there had to be something more we could do for our community. That’s when we leaned into the true meaning of Sisu.
Sisu...a word that embodies courage, resilience, grit, and the relentless determination to keep moving forward, even in the face of adversity. Here, we live by this principle every day. Real impact comes from nurturing growth not just within ourselves, but within the communities we serve. Every action is guided by compassion, intention, and a commitment to making a meaningful difference.
In that spirit, Sisu Guidance has proudly partnered with Divergent Staffing to help build and fundraise this event, a collaboration rooted in shared purpose and community care.
At Divergent, we partner with companies that make everyday life better for people. Whether you’re building your brand, launching a new revenue stream, or growing your team, we provide the strategy, structure, and support you need to focus on what matters most, creating real impact.
Together, we stand united in our mission: to help the helpers, empowering the visionaries, creators, and change-makers whose purpose is to improve the human condition.
This Thanksgiving, Sisu Guidance is honored to join the Harvest to Hope campaign, a united effort to bring warmth, nourishment, and connection from the East Coast to the West Coast. Together with Chef Levar, Martha’s Kitchen, Loaves & Fishes, and Divergent Staffing, we are working tirelessly to provide as many hand-cooked meals as possible to those who might otherwise go without.
Our mission is simple, yet profound: feed our community, one plate at a time. Every meal served is more than food, it is a gesture of care, a spark of hope, and a reminder that everyone deserves a place at the table and a sense of belonging.
Harvest to Hope is about more than Thanksgiving, it is a celebration of unity, compassion, and action. It reminds us of the true meaning of community: care, inclusion, and the shared joy of giving.
DONATE
Your generosity makes this possible. Every contribution helps feed another person in need, and every act of kindness ripples outward.
VOLUNTEER
If you’d like to get involved in an even deeper way, our partner organizations are always welcoming volunteers to serve meals, organize drives, or help expand their programs.
We’re proud to stand alongside The Chef Levar Foundation, Loaves & Fishes, and Martha’s Kitchen, extraordinary organizations dedicated to nourishing bodies, empowering individuals, and fostering hope across the country. Through shared purpose and collaboration, we bridge coasts and communities to ensure that no one is left unseen, unheard, or unfed.
Together, we’re doing more than serving meals, we’re building connections, inspiring growth, and creating lasting change. Every act of service, every volunteer hour, and every donated meal is a step toward a stronger, more compassionate community.
Based in New York, transforms the power of food into a force for change. Guided by Chef Levar’s extraordinary culinary talent and heart for service, the foundation blends nourishment with opportunity, using the kitchen as a classroom, a gathering place, and a catalyst for community growth. Through hands-on outreach, mentorship, and professional training, Chef Levar and his team don’t just feed families in need; they ignite hope and open doors for youth and aspiring culinary professionals to build confidence, refine their craft, and pursue fulfilling, sustainable careers. Every meal served and every lesson shared reflects the foundation’s belief that true empowerment begins with compassion and connection. The work of The Chef Levar Foundation goes far beyond the plate, it’s about restoring dignity, sparking ambition, and helping individuals rise to their fullest potential, one meal, one lesson, and one opportunity at a time.
Based in San Jose, California, serves warm, nutritious meals with compassion and dignity while leading expansive food distribution programs across the Bay Area. What began with a few peanut butter sandwiches in a garage has grown into a powerhouse of community care, providing over 200,000 meals each month to neighbors in need. Through its inclusive meal services, grocery programs, and support for pet-owning families, Martha’s Kitchen meets people where they are with empathy and respect. Volunteers and staff foster human connection at every touchpoint, offering not just food, but a sense of belonging and hope. The work at Martha’s Kitchen goes beyond the plate, restoring dignity, uplifting spirits, and reminding every guest that they are seen, supported, and never alone.
Serving Santa Clara and surrounding counties, provides daily meals in a safe, welcoming environment, no questions asked. With roots in faith and service, the organization prepares and delivers thousands of nutritious meals each week to families, veterans, seniors, and unhoused individuals. Their impact extends beyond the dining room through mobile meal programs, pantry services, and culinary job training that empowers guests to regain independence. Every meal served is a gesture of care, and every interaction reinforces their commitment to feeding not just the body, but the whole person. The work at Loaves & Fishes goes beyond the plate, creating pathways to stability, rebuilding self-worth, and helping individuals rewrite their stories with dignity and hope.
These organizations depend on donations and volunteers all year long from preparing meals and serving food to organizing drives and events that remind people they’re not alone.
At Sisu Guidance, our mission extends beyond coaching and career growth it’s about building a world rooted in empathy, service, and shared strength. When we come together to lift others, we remind ourselves what resilience truly looks like.
Your kindness can fill a plate - and a heart - this Thanksgiving.