Our Story

A diverse group of neighbors coming together to make a difference in Spokane.

Our Mission.

Feast Collective empowers Immigrants and former Refugees as leaders, using international cuisine to foster economic resilience, holistic growth, and cultural exchange. Our vision is for all former Refugees and Immigrants to feel a deep sense of belonging in Spokane and have the opportunities to build healthy, flourishing lives.

  • The program fosters community connections while supporting economic resilience for Immigrant and Refugee families in Spokane.

  • Chefs in the program use their earnings to save for home purchases, further their education, or invest in their own businesses.

  • Over 90% of each dining dollar goes directly to the Immigrant or Refugee chef preparing the meal.

Get a sense of what we do! This short video shares recent stories about our work - check it out

The Beginning

A Shared Passion for Food & Community

Before Feast Collective was born, Dan Todd, Maisa Abudayha, and Ross Carper each pursued their own food ventures in Spokane. Dan ran Inland Curry, a weekly pop-up, while Maisa, an asylum seeker from Jordan, launched a Middle Eastern and Mediterranean catering business. Just a few blocks away, Ross operated The Compass Breakfast Wagon, a neighborhood food trailer. Despite their separate paths, they shared a deep commitment to food and cross-cultural friendships.

Building Connections

From Friendship to Collaboration

Through their work—Dan’s refugee-chef dinner series, Maisa’s role as a bilingual specialist in Spokane Public Schools, and Ross’s involvement with First Presbyterian Church’s (FPC) Good Neighbor Teams—they built meaningful relationships with Spokane’s Immigrant and Refugee communities. When FPC purchased a vacant restaurant space in early 2019, Dan and Ross saw an opportunity to create something bigger: a nonprofit that combined their love of food with their passion for community. Maisa quickly stepped into a leadership role, testing her recipes in Ross’s food trailer and working alongside a growing collective of international chefs.

The Opening

The Launch of Feast Collective

By summer 2019, after months of planning, dreaming, and assembling a diverse leadership team, Feast Collective officially came to life. With FPC offering the building at a discounted rate, the nonprofit took shape as a hub for immigrant chefs to share their culinary traditions, build financial stability, and connect with the Spokane community. Over the years, Feast has supported nearly 100 families, expanded into catering and product wholesaling, and navigated challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, always staying true to its mission of empowerment and cultural exchange.

More Than Food

Growing Support & Opportunities

Feast Collective is more than just a restaurant—it’s a network of support. While chefs gain income and career skills, the organization also fosters leadership and belonging within the immigrant community. Beyond food, Feast now runs “Table Time,” a program offering practical support with job applications, resumes, paperwork, and resource navigation. With every meal served and every connection made, Feast continues to be a place where Spokane’s Immigrant and Refugee communities can thrive.

This video shares a bit of Feast’s story at our beginnings through the lens of Abou, Maisa, and Ross - check it out:

Ways You Can Help

Fill in this volunteer form and join the unfolding story of Feast World Kitchen! (you’ll get a monthly email)

  • Join us by donating to help sustain our work!

  • COME EAT in our restaurant any Wednesday - Sunday for lunch or dinner!