Summary:
The Temple in Salina receives state and community grants to transform its commercial kitchen into an Innovation Kitchen hub.
Upgrades include new appliances, epoxy flooring, and painting to create a modern, professional facility for culinary growth.
This project aims to support local farmers, food entrepreneurs, and small businesses by providing high-quality kitchen access.
The initiative strengthens the local food system and fosters collaboration, education, and entrepreneurship in central Kansas.
Additional donations are sought for lighting and electrical improvements to maximize the kitchen's potential.
A Historic Landmark's Culinary Transformation
The Temple, a historic landmark in downtown Salina, is thrilled to announce that its Innovation Kitchen – More Than a Kitchen project has secured funding through two key grants: the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Equipment-Only Grant and the Greater Salina Community Foundation Capacity Building Grant. This marks a significant step in revitalizing a community asset for culinary and entrepreneurial growth.
Unlocking Potential in a 1,500-Square-Foot Kitchen
One of The Temple's most valuable assets is its 1,500-square-foot commercial kitchen, which holds immense potential for the region. With rising demand for culinary innovation and local food production, The Temple is transforming this space into The Innovation Kitchen – not just a kitchen for hire, but a community-focused resource designed to serve local farmers, food entrepreneurs, culinary professionals, and educational events.
Grant-Funded Upgrades for Modernization
Funding from these grants will enable The Temple to purchase all new commercial kitchen appliances, install a new epoxy floor, and complete interior painting. These upgrades will significantly enhance both the functionality and safety of the kitchen, elevating it into a modern, professional facility that supports economic development and culinary growth throughout Salina and central Kansas.
Empowering Local Businesses and Entrepreneurs
“The Innovation Kitchen will provide access to high-quality kitchen facilities for small businesses and local producers who otherwise may not have the resources to grow,” said Mary Landes, Executive Director of The Temple. “This investment strengthens our local food system and creates new opportunities for collaboration, education, and entrepreneurship.”
Additional Support Needed for Full Potential
In addition to the grant-funded improvements, The Temple is seeking additional donations to support further upgrades, including lighting and electrical improvements, to fully realize the kitchen’s potential.
For information on how to donate or support the Innovation Kitchen project, contact Executive Director Mary Landes at: 785.201.3132 or happining@salinatemple.com
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